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VW Transporter Transporter vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Transporter or smart #5?

VW Transporter Transporter vs smart #5: Key differences

VW Transporter Transporter

  • marginally cheaper
  • a bit lighter

smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Transporter Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Transporter Transporter is marginally cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,827 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #5 is a bit more efficient: consuming 18.4 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VW Transporter Transporter. That’s a difference of about 3.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 259 km more than the VW Transporter Transporter.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Transporter Transporter takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the smart #5 is markedly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers clearly more torque with 710 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 295 Nm more.

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 Transporter Transporter is a bit lighter – 1,872 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 328 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries substantially more – 1,259 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 757 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 is far ahead 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.

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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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The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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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

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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
37,500 - 60,800 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
0 - 220 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Length
4,695 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
smart
Is the VW Transporter Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

The VW Transporter Transporter is available as Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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