Global EV Comparison: Smart #5 Premium vs Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD
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General Info
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €55400. The Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2024-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €39900 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Smart #5 Premium | Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-2025 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China, Germany, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €55400 | €48990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €39900 |
| GCC Score | 7.9 | 7.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2024-2025).
| Property | Smart #5 Premium | Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 515 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 590 km | 600 km |
| Range (GCC) | 502 km | 500 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 78.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 94 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.7 kWh/100 km | 15 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.34 km/kWh | 6.67 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8 | 9.1 |
Charging
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2024-2025) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 400 kW, while the Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2024-2025) maxes out at 250 kW.
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2024-2025) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Smart #5 Premium | Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 400 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 10 | 7.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Although the Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) has more power, the Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2024-2025) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Smart #5 Premium | Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 267 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 358 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 373 Nm | 450 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 s | 5.9 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 217 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2024-2025).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Smart #5 Premium | Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4695 mm | 4751 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2169 mm | 2129 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1920 mm | 1921 mm |
| Height | 1705 mm | 1624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2024-2025) 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.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1600 kg).
| Property | Smart #5 Premium | Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2260 kg | 1959 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 630 l | 854 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1530 l | 2158 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 72 l | 117 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.4 | 7.7 |
