VehiclesApril 28, 2025

Tip #5: The basic Pro version has been removed; all models are charged at 800 volts

Stefan Leichsenring

The Smart #5 received an update this summer. The base Pro version with 400-volt technology was removed, the Pro+ is now available in a special Black Collection edition, and the Pulse was replaced by the new Premium AWD version. We provide an overview of this series for you.

The Smart #5 is available for ordering since April 2025. Initially, six versions could be configured. The base Pro version with a 250-kW rear drive system and a 74.4 kWh (net) LFP battery offering 465 km of WLTP range is no longer available. This confirmed our suspicion. The cheapest option now is the Pro+ with a 267-kW rear drive system and the larger 94-kWh battery. As a result, the starting price rose from 45,900 euros (Pro) to 51,400 euros (Pro+).

Image Gallery: Smart #5 (2025)

Exterior

At 4.70 meters in length, the Smart #5 belongs to the mid-size SUV category. It is significantly longer than the Smart #3 (4.40 meters) and similar in height to the Smart #1. Its dimensions and design resemble those of the Mercedes EQB, with proportions similarly angular like those of the GLB. Smooth exterior surfaces are a distinctive feature.

The lighting design, with its eight horizontal bars on the front, is completely different from that of the #1 and #3 models. Smart states that the new model should appear more sophisticated. Two of the horizontal bars on each side are thicker and appear to form the headlights. The tail lights are designed in a similar manner. Another unique feature is the frameless side windows.

Length

Width without mirrors

Height

Wheelbase

Smart #5

4,695 mm

1,920 mm

1,705 mm

2,900 mm

Mercedes GLB

4.732 mm

1.861 mm

1.687 mm

2.889 mm

Interior

The Smart #5 unlocks automatically when approached. If the key is in the pocket, the door handles extend automatically. The vehicle does not have a start button. It is sufficient to place the lever on the right side of the steering wheel in the “D” position while keeping the foot on the brake. The mirrors must be adjusted via the touchscreen and the steering wheel controls. Otherwise, there are only a few physical control elements inside the cabin.

The Smart #5 also comes standard with a 10.25-inch instrument display and a 13.0-inch touchscreen in the center. The premium version adds an additional 13.0-inch passenger monitor as well as a head-up display. A voice assistant enables control of the navigation, audio system, and climate control. Thanks to AI support, it can also answer almost any question. During our test of the Smart #5 Brabus, the car was even able to recite a poem by Lord Byron. Leo serves as the new avatar guiding through the system — a lion.

Image source: InsideEVs.de

The regenerative braking can be adjusted, but only via the touchscreen. There are Low, Medium, and Strong modes, plus a “s-Pedal” mode for one-pedal driving until complete stop. Adaptive regenerative braking is missing.

Image source: InsideEVs

The trunk has a capacity of 630–1,530 liters; the load floor can be set at two different heights. Additionally, there is a frunk area with 72 liters in rear-wheel-drive models and 47 liters in all-wheel-drive models.

Powertrains and Battery

The Smart #5 is based on Geely’s Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA), which supports both 400 and 800 volts. The 400-volt Pro version has since been discontinued. In the new 2027 model year, there are now five versions, with the Pro+, Pro+ Black Collection, and Premium variants having identical technical specifications. This leaves only three technically distinct versions:

Smart #5

RWD 267 kW

Smart #5

AWD 432 kW

Smart #5

AWD 475 kW

Drive Type

RWD 267 kW

AWD 432 kW

(165+310 kW)

AWD 475 kW

Torque

373 Nm

643 Nm

710 Nm

0-100 km/h / Top Speed

6.5 seconds / 200 km/h

4.9 seconds / 200 km/h

3.8 seconds / 210 km/h

WLTP Fuel Consumption

18.4 kWh/100 km

19.9 kWh/100 km

Battery Capacity (net / gross)

94.0 / 100.0 kWh

WLTP range

590 km

540 km

Max. towing capacity

1,600 kg

Interestingly, the all-wheel-drive versions have an asynchronous motor in the front rather than a permanent magnet motor like the Smart #1 and #3. All versions use energy-saving silicon carbide technology, but only in the rear of the all-wheel-drive versions on the more powerful motor — which makes sense, as the ASM is likely to activate only when full power is needed, and efficiency isn’t as critical in that case.

Smart #5

RWD 267 kW

Smart #5

AWD 432 kW

Smart #5

AWD 475 kW

Max. charging power

AC / DC

22 / 400 kW

DC charging time

10–80 %

18 min

DC charging speed.

10–80 %

3.7 kWh/min

Average DC charging power

10–80 %

219 kW

Recharging

10–80 %

22.9 km/min

21.0 km/min

The Smart #5 comes standard with up to 22 kW AC charging and up to 400 kW DC charging. This is designed to complete a full charge in 18 minutes. The charging speed is calculated as 94 kWh × 0.7 / 18 min = 3.7 kWh/min. Multiplying this value by 60 min/h gives the average charging speed in the 10–80 percent SOC range. Similarly, we calculated values for range recharging (e.g., 590 km × 0.7 / 18 min = 22.9 km/min).

In unofficial tests, the Smart #5 can charge from 10% to 80% in just 15 minutes. This capability was demonstrated live to us at the test event in May 2025. However, Smart prefers more conservative figures to avoid disappointing customers. The Smart #5 also supports two-way charging.

Technical specifications available as PDF for download

Prices and features

Prices now start at 51,400 euros, but Smart still offers discounts, as indicated in the footnote below the configurator:

"... when purchasing a smart #5 Premium, Premium AWD, or BRABUS, the special discount is 6,000 € (5,042.02 € on the net list price for private customers and 6,000 € on the net list price for business customers). When purchasing a smart #5 Pro+ or Pro+ Black Collection, the special discount is 4,000 € (3,361.34 € on the net list price for private customers and 4,000 € on the net list price for business customers). Not applicable to leasing."

In our table, we show both the regular prices and the discounted prices:

Smart #5

RWD 267 kW

Smart #5

AWD 432 kW

Smart #5

AWD 475 kW

Pro+

51,400 Euro

(discounted to 47,400 €)

—

Pro+ Black Collection

52,000 Euro

(discounted to 48,000 €)

—

Premium

55,900 Euro

(discounted to 49,900 €)

—

Premium AWD

—

58,400 Euros

(discounted to 52,400 €)

—

Brabus

—

63,100 Euros

(discounted to 57,100 €)

The base Pro+ version already comes fully equipped. It standard features 19-inch aluminum wheels, LED lighting with high-beam assist, rain sensor, electrically adjustable, heated, and folding exterior mirrors with memory function, a glass roof with electrically operated sunroof, two-zone automatic climate control, a navigation system, synthetic leather seats, electrically adjustable front seats with memory function, seat and steering wheel heating, keyless entry, and an electrically operated trunk lid. It also includes twelve parking sensors, a rearview camera, automatic parking assist, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and blind spot warning as standard.

The Premium version includes 20-inch wheels, a sensor-controlled trunk lid, tinted windows, a heat pump, illuminated stainless steel footplates, seat covers in genuine leather/leatherette, front seat ventilation and rear seat heating, a passenger monitor, a head-up display, a Sennheiser audio system, and wireless charging for two smartphones.

The Brabus model features 22-inch wheels, an artificial engine sound, and in addition to the Premium equipment, it also has sport pedals, seat covers with suede-like texture, and an Alcantara steering wheel.

The competitors of the Smart #5 include the 800-volt SUVs Zeekr 7X, Volvo EX60, BMW iX3, Mercedes GLB, Audi Q6 e-tron, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Xpeng G6. The 400-volt alternatives are the Tesla Model Y and the Skoda Enyaq.

More about the Smart #5:

In summary

The Smart #5’s model lineup is becoming simpler. There is now only one rear-wheel-drive version and two all-wheel-drive versions with different power outputs. All three variants use the same battery. The Smart #5 remains good at fast charging, but based on official figures, it no longer ranks among models with the fastest charging speeds.

Last updated on October 19, 2026: Changes from the new model year have been incorporated, and the model overview has been expanded.