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VW ID.7 vs smart #5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (340 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (46400 £ vs 39300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.7 or smart #5?

VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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smart #5

5 (3 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

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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 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39300 £, while the VW ID.7 costs 46400 £. That’s a price difference of around 7033 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.7: with 13.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s distinct more efficient than the smart #5 with 18.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.80 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.7 performs a bit better – achieving up to 708 km, about 118 km more than the smart #5.

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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 has a decisively edge – offering 646 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 306 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW ID.7 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the smart #5 performs slightly better – 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: smart #5 pulls minimal stronger with 710 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 31 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, VW ID.7 is hardly perceptible lighter – 2180 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

In terms of boot space, the smart #5 offers a bit more room – 630 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1586 L, which is about 56 L more than the smart #5.

When it comes to payload, smart #5 hardly perceptible takes the win – 502 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race?

The smart #5 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
smart #5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
  • Electric Range : 465 - 590 km
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VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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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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smart #5

5 (3 Reviews)
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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 VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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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.

Reviews smart #5

5 (3 Reviews)
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Stefan
4 Dec 2025, 21:11:24

Bis auf das noch hoffentlich bald verbesserte/reduzierte Gebimmel und die gruselig schlecht zu erreichende Stummschaltung der Geschwindigkeitswarnung ist das Auto wirklich der Hammer!
Sehr, sehr leise, komfortabel, extrem schnell (Brabus Version), tolle Verarbeitung, tolle Ausstattung!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46400 - 54200 £
Price
39300 - 52200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh
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
-
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
2180 - 2325 kg
Curb weight
2200 - 2378 kg
Trunk capacity
532 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
4961 mm
Length
4695 mm
Width
1862 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1535 - 1536 mm
Height
1705 mm
Max trunk capacity
1586 L
Max trunk capacity
1530 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
-
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
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
smart

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What drive types are available for the VW ID.7?

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

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