Verdict
The smart #5 costs RM77,110 less at RM209,800, yet brings a 100 kWh battery, 590 km EV range and up to 400 kW DC charging. Its 630-litre boot also beats the V60’s 529 litres. The Volvo V60 answers with much quicker 4.6-second 0-100 km/h pace, all-wheel drive and a petrol plug-in hybrid system for buyers unwilling to rely solely on charging. For Malaysian running costs, the V60’s annual road tax is RM365 against RM455, but its 49 km EV range is in another class from the smart’s 590 km.
Pick the smart #5 if you want the lower entry price, 590 km electric range, 400 kW DC charging and a larger 630-litre boot.
Pick the Volvo V60 if you prioritise 4.6-second acceleration, all-wheel drive and petrol plug-in hybrid flexibility beyond its 49 km EV range.
Key differences
- Price: smart #5 RM209,800; Volvo V60 RM286,910.
- EV range: smart #5 590 km; Volvo V60 49 km.
- 0-100 km/h: smart #5 6.5 seconds; Volvo V60 4.6 seconds.
- Driveline: smart #5 rear-wheel drive; Volvo V60 all-wheel drive.
- Boot space: smart #5 630 litres; Volvo V60 529 litres.
- DC charging: smart #5 400 kW; Volvo V60 no DC charging rate listed.
#5
- 100 kWh battery with 590 km EV range
- Up to 400 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging
- 630-litre boot and 3.3 kW V2L
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 6.5 seconds versus 4.6 seconds
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- Annual road tax is RM455 versus RM365
V60
- 4.6-second 0-100 km/h acceleration
- All-wheel drive with 316 hp petrol engine and 86 hp motor
- Five-year/120,000 km manufacturer warranty
- Costs RM77,110 more
- 49 km EV range is far shorter than 590 km
- No DC charging rate listed, while the smart #5 supports 400 kW
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM209,800✓ | RM286,910 |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM455 | RM365✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, supercharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 316 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 358 hp✓ | 86 hp |
| Motor Torque | 373 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 100 kWh✓ | 11.6 kWh |
| EV Range | 590 km✓ | 49 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 3.7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 400 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-Speed Geartronic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 46 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,705 mm | 4,761 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,872 mm |
| Weight | 2,260 kg | 2,041 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 630 litres✓ | 529 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 235/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 235/40R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 5-multi-spoke Two-Tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 5-multi-spoke Two-Tone Alloy |
| 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, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electric 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Front and Rear | Yes, with Pedestrian, Cyclist, Oncoming Vehicle and Large Animal Detection (4 to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Blind Spot Collision Mitigation, Rear Cross Traffic Collision Mitigation, Run-off Road Protection |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto Levelling | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB-C |
| 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 | — |
| Audio | 13" Twin AMOLED Touchscreens with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Sennheiser Sound System | 9" Touchscreen Sensus Connect Infotainment System with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (600 W) |
| 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 Knob Twist |
| 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 with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Yes, Powered with Kick Sensor | Powered Boot with Contactless 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 Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Park Assist Pilot with Parallel and Perpendicular Parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Boot Grocery Bag Holder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 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 V60 FAQ
Is the smart #5 or Volvo V60 better?
The smart #5 is the stronger electric choice with 590 km range, 400 kW DC charging and a 630-litre boot. Choose the Volvo V60 for its 4.6-second sprint, all-wheel drive and petrol plug-in hybrid system.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo V60 costs RM77,110 more than the smart #5.
Which has the more useful electric range?
The smart #5 has the decisive advantage at 590 km from its 100 kWh battery. The Volvo V60’s 11.6 kWh battery is rated for 49 km, although its petrol plug-in hybrid powertrain adds non-electric driving capability.