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Suzuki Vitara vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Vitara or smart #5?

Suzuki Vitara vs smart #5: Key differences

Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vitara

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Suzuki Vitara is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,771 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Suzuki Vitara is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 18.4 kWh/100km for the smart #5. That’s a difference of about 3.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 164 km more than the Suzuki Vitara.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 462 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 Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers clearly more torque with 710 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 403 Nm more.

Vitara

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is significantly lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 945 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers clearly more boot space – 630 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 255 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #5 carries slightly more – 502 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 77 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 is far ahead overall 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
#5

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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Suzuki Vitara

The Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.

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Reviews Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Jolanta
4 Feb 2026, 09:37:41

A very pleasant car for an affordable price. The only downside is poorly soundproofed doors and windows.

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Polet
14 Jan 2026, 00:08:10

Proven reliability — it’s sold on every continent, and a real pleasure as a 4x4.

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Alejandro
15 Nov 2025, 18:50:42

After trying both, I chose the Vitara for everyday use. In my view, its balance of performance, quality and price is superior.

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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Suzuki Vitara
smart #5

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
0 - 137 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
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Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
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Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
395 - 425 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
smart
Is the Suzuki Vitara offered with different drivetrains?

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

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