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VW Arteon vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Arteon or smart #5?

VW Arteon vs smart #5: Key differences

VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly lighter
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smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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

Arteon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

smart #5 is moderately cheaper – starting at 39,300 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,939 £.

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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 significantly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Arteon is a bit faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the smart #5 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers significantly more torque with 710 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.

Arteon

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, VW Arteon is clearly lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 593 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers barely more boot space – 630 L compared to 590 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,632 L, about 102 L more than the smart #5.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries a bit more – 569 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 stands well ahead of its rival 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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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Reviews VW Arteon

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
133 - 195 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
590 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
4,866 mm
Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
467 - 569 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
smart
What drivetrain options does the VW Arteon have?

The VW Arteon is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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