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smart #5 vs Kia PV5 comparison

Compare performance (646 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (39,300 £ vs 32,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #5 or Kia PV5?

smart #5 vs Kia PV5: Key differences

smart #5

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia PV5

  • moderately cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia PV5 is moderately cheaper – starting at 32,800 £ , while the smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,522 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #5 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 18.4 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the Kia PV5. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 174 km more than the Kia PV5.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #5 offers significantly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 483 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Kia PV5 takes 10.6 s. That’s about 6.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers considerably more torque with 710 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia PV5 is somewhat lighter – 1,860 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia PV5 offers considerably more boot space – 1,330 L compared to 630 L. That’s a difference of about 700 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia PV5 carries visibly more – 790 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 288 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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smart #5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 465 - 590 km
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smart #5

The Smart #5 continues to build on the brand's legacy of compact and efficient urban vehicles, now infused with a more modern and stylish design. Its sleek appearance is complemented by a spacious interior, offering comfort without compromising its compact nature. This model is ideal for city dwellers seeking a blend of innovation, practicality, and style in their daily drives.

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Reviews smart #5

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Thomas
3 Sept 2026, 09:04:16

High tech practical SUV EV. Great stereo. Brabus super qui

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Sami
2 Sept 2026, 19:26:03

Nearly 20,000 km on the Smart #5 Brabus, and it has clearly exceeded expectations in terms of value for money. Luckily I didn't choose the Tesla Model Y back then.

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Stefan
31 Jan 2026, 22:25:16

I spent a weekend with the Brabus #5 and I’m thrilled! Extremely quiet, even at just under 220 km/h. Very good ride comfort, especially if, like me, you prefer a softer setup for better suspension comfort!
Brutal acceleration that only really hits from about 50 km/h and culminates in a 0–200 km/h sprint in 10.2 seconds… There are almost no cars up to roughly 1,000 hp that are faster!
The actual charging performance is, I believe, the best of any passenger car available in the EU (only Zeekr shows a little more on paper, but probably not in real life) — it charges at peaks up to 425 kW! 10–80% in 13 minutes and 5–100% in 28 minutes.
The fit and finish are in places better than the Mercedes E‑Class...

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Stefan
4 Dec 2025, 21:11:24

Apart from the hopefully soon improved/reduced chimes and the horrendously hard-to-reach mute for the speed warning, the car is really a knockout!
Very, very quiet, comfortable, extremely fast (Brabus version), great build quality, great equipment!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Price
32,800 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Electric Range
295 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Curb weight
1,860 - 2,145 kg
Trunk capacity
630 L
Trunk capacity
1,330 L
Length
4,695 mm
Length
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Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
475 - 502 kg
Payload
455 - 790 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Power HP
121 - 163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Power kW
89 - 120 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the smart #5?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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