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VW Passat vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (36,500 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Passat or smart #5?

VW Passat vs smart #5: Key differences

VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially 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

Passat

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 Passat is marginally cheaper – starting at 36,500 £ , while the smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,880 £.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 455 km more than the VW Passat.

#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 substantially more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 374 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 Passat takes 7.1 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers clearly more torque with 710 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

Passat

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Passat is visibly lighter – 1,573 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 627 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers barely more boot space – 690 L compared to 630 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries slightly more – 577 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 is clearly superior 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.

from £39,300
#5

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 Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Reviews VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Voller
28 May 2026, 16:12:12

That's just a Passat. Too expensive in my opinion, but it's up to each person to decide whether to throw their money into VW's maw. The car itself is somehow a legend.

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Sjaak
5 Dec 2025, 19:42:23

Spacious car that drives nicely and keeps its value for a long time.

Jack
5 Dec 2025, 15:24:16

Pleasant to drive, roomy and solid. The hybrid version is also very economical.

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
36,500 - 58,500 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 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
124 - 135 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
28 - 153 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
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
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Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,849 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
501 - 577 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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
122 - 272 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
smart
Is the VW Passat offered with different drivetrains?

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

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