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Toyota Proace City vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (20,800 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace City or smart #5?

Toyota Proace City vs smart #5: Key differences

Toyota Proace City

  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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smart #5

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

Proace City

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.

Toyota Proace City is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,544 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota Proace City is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.1 kWh/100km compared to 18.4 kWh/100km for the smart #5. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 247 km more than the Toyota Proace City.

#5

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 significantly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 510 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 Toyota Proace City takes 11.5 s. That’s about 7.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers considerably more torque with 710 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm more.

Proace City

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Toyota Proace City offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is significantly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 834 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Proace City offers clearly more boot space – 912 L compared to 630 L. That’s a difference of about 282 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries visibly more – 829 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 327 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.

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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
Toyota Proace City
smart #5

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota Proace City

The Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.

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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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Toyota Proace City
smart #5

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
343 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
0 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
641 - 912 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
-
Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
525 - 829 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
smart
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