Global EV Comparison: Smart #5 Premium vs Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron RWD Performance
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) has a starting price of €55400, compared to the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2025-…), which starts at €71200.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Smart #5 Premium | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron RWD Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €55400 | €71200 |
| GCC Score | 7.9 | 7.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart #5 Premium (2025-…).
| Property | Smart #5 Premium | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron RWD Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 590 km | 656 km |
| Range (GCC) | 502 km | 558 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 94 kWh | 94.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.7 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.34 km/kWh | 5.88 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.9 | 9 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 400 kW, while the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2025-…) maxes out at 260 kW.
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2025-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Smart #5 Premium | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron RWD Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 400 kW | 260 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 10 | 8.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Smart #5 Premium | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron RWD Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 267 kW | 240 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 358 hp | 322 hp |
| Motor Torque | 373 Nm | 485 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 s | 6.6 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5 |
Dimensions
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2025-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Smart #5 Premium | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron RWD Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4695 mm | 4771 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2169 mm | 2193 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1920 mm | 1939 mm |
| Height | 1705 mm | 1665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2889 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Smart #5 Premium (2025-…).
| Property | Smart #5 Premium | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron RWD Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2260 kg | 2250 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 630 l | 511 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1530 l | 1373 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 72 l | 64 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.4 | 7.4 |
