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VW ID.5 vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (299 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or smart #5?

VW ID.5 vs smart #5: Key differences

VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • marginally lighter
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smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • significantly 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

ID.5

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.

VW ID.5 is barely cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,177 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.5 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.4 kWh/100km for the smart #5. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 19 km more than the VW ID.5.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 299 HP. That’s roughly 347 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers noticeably more torque with 710 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 165 Nm more.

ID.5

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 ID.5 is marginally lighter – 2,051 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 149 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries marginally more – 552 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 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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Reviews VW ID.5

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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
37,200 - 49,300 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
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Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
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Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
529 - 552 kg
Payload
475 - 502 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 299 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
smart
Is the VW ID.5 offered with different drivetrains?

The VW ID.5 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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