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VW ID.7 vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (46,400 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.7 or smart #5?

VW ID.7 vs smart #5: Key differences

VW ID.7

4.1 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • barely lighter
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smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly 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

ID.7

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.

smart #5 is slightly cheaper – starting at 39,300 £ , while the VW ID.7 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,033 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.7 is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.4 kWh/100km for the smart #5. That’s a difference of about 4.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.7 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 708 km, about 118 km more than the smart #5.

#5

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #5 offers considerably more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 306 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW ID.7 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the smart #5 is slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW ID.7 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers barely more torque with 710 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 31 Nm more.

ID.7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.7 is barely lighter – 2,180 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers slightly more boot space – 630 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,586 L, about 56 L more than the smart #5.

When it comes to payload, the smart #5 carries very slightly more – 502 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 holds a decisive overall lead 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 ID.7

VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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Reviews VW ID.7

4.1 (5 Reviews)
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Mattis Everaert
6 Feb 2026, 07:59:02

Range is completely wrong compared to what’s shown. In reality you can only rely on about 60% of the distance. The boot only opens for whoever has the key? That’s a massive headache for my work.

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Boater Clareshin
2 Nov 2025, 12:59:15

It is a super comfortable car with a charging from 10-80% in less than 20 minutes. This car is also a very economic car as it is fully electric.

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
46,400 - 54,200 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
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
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,180 - 2,325 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
532 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
4,961 mm
Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,535 - 1,536 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,586 L
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
460 - 465 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
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
smart
What drivetrain options does the VW ID.7 have?

The VW ID.7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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