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smart #5 vs Leapmotor B05 comparison

Compare performance (646 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (39,300 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #5 or Leapmotor B05?

smart #5 vs Leapmotor B05: Key differences

smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Leapmotor B05

  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Leapmotor B05 is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,428 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Leapmotor B05 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.4 kWh/100km for the smart #5. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 108 km more than the Leapmotor B05.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #5 offers considerably more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 428 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Leapmotor B05 takes 6.7 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers considerably more torque with 710 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Leapmotor B05 is markedly lighter – 1,775 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 425 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers significantly more boot space – 630 L compared to 295 L. That’s a difference of about 335 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #5 carries clearly more – 502 kg compared to 370 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 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.

from £39,300
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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

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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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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smart #5
Leapmotor B05

Costs and Consumption
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Price
23,900 - 27,300 £
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
15.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Electric Range
401 - 482 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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Curb weight
1,775 - 1,855 kg
Trunk capacity
630 L
Trunk capacity
295 L
Length
4,695 mm
Length
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Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 502 kg
Payload
363 - 370 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 s
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Torque
240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
Leapmotor
What drive types are available for the smart #5?

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

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