Global EV Comparison: Smart #1 Pure vs Volkswagen ID.5 Pro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Smart #1 Pure (2024-…) has a starting price of €34990, compared to the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2023-…), which starts at €48970.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Smart #1 Pure | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €34990 | €48970 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €31995 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart #1 Pure (2024-…).
| Property | Smart #1 Pure | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 310 km | 556 km |
| Range (GCC) | 264 km | 473 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 49 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 47 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.8 kWh/100 km | 16.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.62 km/kWh | 6.14 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.3 | 8.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 135 kW, while the Smart #1 Pure (2024-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Smart #1 Pure (2024-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Smart #1 Pure | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 130 kW | 135 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2023-…) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | Smart #1 Pure | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 200 kW | 210 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 268 hp | 282 hp |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | 545 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.2 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2023-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Smart #1 Pure (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Smart #1 Pure | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4270 mm | 4599 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2025 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1822 mm | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1636 mm | 1616 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Smart #1 Pure (2024-…), but the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the Smart #1 Pure (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Smart #1 Pure | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1855 kg | 2143 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 323 l | 549 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 986 l | 1561 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6 | 6.7 |
