Verdict
The smart #5 costs RM209,800, RM19,140 more than the RM190,660 Volkswagen Tayron, but brings 358 hp, a 100 kWh battery, 590 km quoted range and 400 kW DC charging. Its 6.5-second 0-100 km/h time is 3.1 seconds quicker, and its 630-litre boot is far larger. The Tayron answers with seven seats, Malaysian CKD assembly and RM120 annual road tax against RM455. For families needing a third row, the Volkswagen is the sensible fit; five-seat EV buyers get far more performance and charging hardware from the smart.
#5
Pick the smart #5 if you want a five-seat EV with 590 km quoted range, 400 kW DC charging and much quicker 6.5-second acceleration.
Tayron
Pick the Volkswagen Tayron if you need seven seats, Malaysian CKD assembly and lower RM120 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: smart #5 RM209,800; Volkswagen Tayron RM190,660.
- 0-100 km/h: smart #5 6.5 seconds; Volkswagen Tayron 9.6 seconds.
- Seats: smart #5 5; Volkswagen Tayron 7.
- Boot space: smart #5 630 litres; Volkswagen Tayron 345 litres.
- Wheelbase: smart #5 2,900 mm; Volkswagen Tayron 2,790 mm.
- Wheel size: smart #5 20 inches; Volkswagen Tayron 18 inches.
#5
- 358 hp and 373 Nm rear motor
- 100 kWh battery with 590 km quoted range
- 630-litre boot and 20-speaker audio
- RM19,140 dearer and RM455 annual road tax versus RM120
- Five seats versus the Tayron's seven
Tayron
- Seven-seat layout with sliding second row and folding third row
- CKD assembly in Malaysia
- Ventilated, massaging front seats and a front centre airbag
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus 6.5 seconds
- 345-litre boot versus 630 litres
- No head-up display, which the smart #5 has
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM209,800 | RM190,660✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM455 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake valve timing with 48-volt MHEV assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 148 hp |
| Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 358 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 373 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 100 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 590 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 400 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,705 mm | 4,792 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,790 mm |
| Weight | 2,260 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 630 litres✓ | 345 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Hankook Ventus evoSUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Dynamic Chassis Control Pro |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front & Rear Side Bags, Curtain Airbags & Front Centre Airbag |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat and 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Front and Rear | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| 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 Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment | 40:20:40 Split-Folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-Folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| 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 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Sun Shade | Powered Sunroof Shade | Manual Rear Window Blinds |
| Audio | 13" Twin AMOLED Touchscreens with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Sennheiser Sound System | 12.9" Discover Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker Volkswagen 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 Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Yes, Powered with Kick Sensor | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty & 8-year/150000 High Voltage Components Warranty | — |
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 Tayron FAQ
Is the smart #5 or Volkswagen Tayron better?
The smart #5 is better for EV performance, quoted 590 km range and luggage space. The Tayron is better for a seven-seat family requirement, CKD assembly and substantially lower annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The smart #5 costs RM19,140 more than the Volkswagen Tayron.
Which one has more seats and boot space?
The Volkswagen Tayron has seven seats to the smart #5's five, but the smart has a 630-litre boot versus 345 litres in the Tayron.