Global EV Comparison: Mercedes G 580 EQ vs Smart #5 Pulse
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) has a starting price of €142622, compared to the Smart #5 Pulse (2025-…), which starts at €55400.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes G 580 EQ | Smart #5 Pulse |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Austria | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €142622 | €55400 |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 7.9 |
Range and Efficiency
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.
| Property | Mercedes G 580 EQ | Smart #5 Pulse |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 473 km | 540 km |
| Range (GCC) | 396 km | 459 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 124 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 116 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 29.3 kWh/100 km | 20.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.41 km/kWh | 4.88 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.8 | 6.7 |
Charging
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 11 kW.
| Property | Mercedes G 580 EQ | Smart #5 Pulse |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 400 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Mercedes G 580 EQ | Smart #5 Pulse |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 432 kW | 432 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 579 hp | 579 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1164 Nm | 643 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 s | 4.9 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 6 |
Dimensions
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.
| Property | Mercedes G 580 EQ | Smart #5 Pulse |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4624 mm | 4695 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2169 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1931 mm | 1920 mm |
| Height | 1986 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
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 1600 kg, whereas the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Mercedes G 580 EQ | Smart #5 Pulse |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3085 kg | 2345 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 555 l | 630 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1990 l | 1530 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 47 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.6 | 7.4 |
