Global EV Comparison: Smart #5 Summit Edition vs Cadillac Lyriq V
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General Info
The Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €56900. Although the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Smart #5 Summit Edition | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €56900 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 7.9 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) has a larger battery, the Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Smart #5 Summit Edition | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 459 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 540 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 459 km | 436 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 106 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 94 kWh | 102 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.5 kWh/100 km | 23.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.88 km/kWh | 4.27 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.7 | 5.5 |
Charging
The Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 400 kW, while the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) maxes out at 190 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW.
| Property | Smart #5 Summit Edition | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 400 kW | 190 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 10 | 8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Smart #5 Summit Edition | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 432 kW | 458 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 579 hp | 615 hp |
| Motor Torque | 643 Nm | 880 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 s | 3.5 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6 | 7 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) is longer and wider, but the Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…) is taller.
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Smart #5 Summit Edition | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4695 mm | 4820 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2169 mm | 2207 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1920 mm | 1977 mm |
| Height | 1705 mm | 1627 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 3094 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) 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 #5 Summit Edition (2025-…), but the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Smart #5 Summit Edition (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…).
| Property | Smart #5 Summit Edition | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2370 kg | 2713 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 630 l | 793 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1530 l | 1722 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 47 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1587 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.4 | 7.4 |
