If you want to keep the charging cables out of the load bay, there’s storage under the bonnet. There’s a capacity of 72 litres in rear-wheel drive cars, but the addition of an electric motor up front cuts the space to 47 litres, but that’s still plenty for a charging cable and the tyre repair kit.
Unlimited mileage warranty will give peace of mind, even though it’s only for three years
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The Smart #5 was awarded a five-star Euro NCAP rating in 2025, so it’s going to be a safe car in the event of a collision. In fact, the car will do its utmost to prevent that in the first place, with a comprehensive suite of sensors and cameras monitoring the #5’s surroundings at all times.
Of course, a lot of people want to turn off their cars’ driver-assistance tech, and this is relatively simple process in the #5. Much like in the Renault Scenic, drivers can set up a unique profile with their preferred settings for the ADAS suite, and activate it quickly using the customisable button on the steering wheel and confirming it on the touchscreen.
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| Euro NCAP safety rating | Five stars (2025) |
| Adult occupant protection | 88 per cent |
| Child occupant protection | 93 per cent |
| Vulnerable road user protection | 84 per cent |
| Safety assist | 92 per cent |
Warranty cover for the #5 is slightly above the basic, with an unlimited mileage limit for the three years that Smart’s new-car cover runs for. You also get roadside assistance for the same period, while the drive battery is covered for the obligatory eight years, but with an upper distance limit of 125,000 miles.
Even better, service costs are included in the purchase price, too, so the first three years of maintenance, including wear and tear items such as brake pads, wiper blades, brake fluid and pollen filter, are replaced free of charge, as long as you service at a Smart dealer.
The entry-level model is very well equipped and powerful enough, so we don’t think it’s worth paying extra for a higher-spec car that offers less range in exchange for even sharper responses. Having said that, the extra £4,000 for the Pro+ model is worth paying to benefit from a longer range.
Smart #5 alternatives
The Smart #5 is a mid-size electric SUV, which means it competes primarily against the Tesla Model Y, which now comes with a lower price courtesy of the latest entry-level variant. Of course, there are plenty of other rivals, including the Skoda Enyaq, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Renault Scenic, plus there’s the Kia EV5 and Citroen e-C5 Aircross to consider.
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The Smart #5 is comfortable, incredibly spacious and packed with technology, plus it handles remarkably well for a big family SUV. We like it, and hope that buyers appreciate its plus points, too.
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