Verdict
The smart #5 costs RM11,800 more at RM209,800, but the gap is substantial in hardware: its 100 kWh battery, 590 km range and 400 kW DC charging eclipse the Urban Cruiser’s 61.1 kWh, 426 km and 67 kW. It is also much quicker, at 6.5 seconds to 100 km/h versus 8.7 seconds, and carries 630 litres of luggage. The Toyota is the more compact choice for town use, measuring 420 mm shorter, 120 mm narrower and 70 mm lower, while its RM120 annual road tax is RM335 less.
Pick the smart #5 if you want far faster charging, 164 km more quoted range, a 630-litre boot and much stronger performance.
Pick the Toyota Urban Cruiser if you want a smaller SUV, lower annual road tax and an RM11,800 lower entry price.
Key differences
- Price: smart #5 RM209,800; Toyota Urban Cruiser RM198,000.
- Battery and range: smart #5 100 kWh and 590 km; Toyota Urban Cruiser 61.1 kWh and 426 km.
- DC charging: smart #5 400 kW; Toyota Urban Cruiser 67 kW.
- Performance: smart #5 358 hp, 373 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 6.5 seconds; Toyota Urban Cruiser 172 hp, 193 Nm and 8.7 seconds.
- Size and boot: smart #5 4,705 mm long with 630 litres; Toyota Urban Cruiser 4,285 mm long with 306 litres.
- Annual road tax: smart #5 RM455; Toyota Urban Cruiser RM120.
#5
- 400 kW DC charging and 22 kW AC charging
- 590 km range from a 100 kWh battery
- 630-litre boot, powered tailgate and 360-degree camera
- RM11,800 higher purchase price
- RM455 annual road tax versus RM120
- 420 mm longer and 472 kg heavier
Urban Cruiser
- RM11,800 lower purchase price
- More compact 4,285 mm length
- Five-year vehicle warranty and eight-year unlimited-mileage battery, inverter and PCU warranty
- 67 kW DC charging versus 400 kW
- 426 km range versus 590 km
- 306-litre boot versus 630 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM209,800 | RM198,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM455 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 358 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 373 Nm✓ | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 100 kWh✓ | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | 590 km✓ | 426 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 400 kW✓ | 67 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 seconds✓ | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,705 mm | 4,285 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 2,260 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 630 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Front and Rear | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto Levelling | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment | 40:20:40 Split-folding & Sliding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 13" Twin AMOLED Touchscreens with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Sennheiser Sound System | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Yes, Powered with Kick Sensor | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty & 8-year/150000 High Voltage Components Warranty | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery, Inverter and PCU |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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#5 vs Urban Cruiser FAQ
Is the smart #5 or Toyota Urban Cruiser better?
The smart #5 is the stronger all-round EV on performance, range, charging and luggage space. Choose the Toyota Urban Cruiser if a smaller body, lower annual road tax and lower upfront cost matter more than those advantages.
What is the price difference?
The smart #5 costs RM209,800 and the Toyota Urban Cruiser costs RM198,000, so the smart costs RM11,800 more.
Which charges faster?
The smart #5 charges far faster on paper, with 400 kW DC and 22 kW AC capability. The Toyota Urban Cruiser is rated at 67 kW DC and 7 kW AC.