Mercedes G 580 EQ vs Smart #5 Premium

While the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. Although the Smart #5 Pulse (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Even though the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Smart #5 Pulse (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

The Smart #5 Pulse (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Smart #5 Pulse (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 400 kW, while the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) maxes out at 200 kW.

The Smart #5 Pulse (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

The Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Smart #5 Pulse (2025-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Smart #5 Pulse (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Smart #5 Pulse (2025-…), but the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

The Smart #5 Pulse (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 3527 lb, whereas the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.