Car Buyer's Guide

smart #5 Premium vs Brabus

smart #5 Premium

smart #5 Premium

smart #5 Brabus

smart #5 Brabus

Verdict

At RM209,800, the smart #5 Premium is the better buy for most Malaysian drivers: its 590 km range is 50 km ahead of the Brabus, while annual road tax is RM455 rather than RM1,740. Both retain the 100 kWh battery, 400 kW DC charging, 630-litre boot and the same 20-speaker Sennheiser system. The RM50,000 jump to the RM259,800 Brabus buys a second motor, all-wheel drive and a huge 637 hp/710 Nm output, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 6.5 to 3.8 seconds. Pay it only if that pace matters.

Premium

Pick the smart #5 Premium if you want the longer 590 km range, far lower RM455 annual road tax and nearly all of the same cabin and driver-assistance kit.

Brabus

Pick the smart #5 Brabus if you want 637 hp, 710 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 3.8-second 0-100 km/h time enough to justify RM50,000 more.

Key differences

  • Price: smart #5 Premium RM209,800; smart #5 Brabus RM259,800.
  • Motors and driveline: Premium one motor, rear-wheel drive; Brabus two motors, all-wheel drive.
  • Motor output: Premium 358 hp and 373 Nm; Brabus 637 hp and 710 Nm.
  • Acceleration and top speed: Premium 0-100 km/h in 6.5 seconds and 200 km/h; Brabus 3.8 seconds and 210 km/h.
  • Range and road tax: Premium 590 km and RM455/year; Brabus 540 km and RM1,740/year.
  • Wheels and rear seats: Premium 20-inch alloys with sliding 60:40 rear seats; Brabus 21-inch alloys with power-reclining rear seats and a boss switch.

Premium

  • 590 km EV range from the 100 kWh battery.
  • RM50,000 cheaper to buy and RM1,285 cheaper in annual road tax.
  • Same 400 kW DC charging, 20-speaker Sennheiser audio and 630-litre boot as the Brabus.
  • 358 hp and 373 Nm trail the Brabus's 637 hp and 710 Nm.
  • Rear-wheel drive and 6.5-second 0-100 km/h performance versus all-wheel drive and 3.8 seconds.
  • Misses the Brabus's sports suspension, 21-inch wheels and power-reclining rear seats with boss switch.

Brabus

  • Two-motor all-wheel drive with 637 hp and 710 Nm.
  • 3.8-second 0-100 km/h time, 2.7 seconds quicker than the Premium.
  • Sports suspension, 21-inch alloys and power-reclining rear seats with boss switch.
  • RM50,000 higher purchase price.
  • 540 km range is 50 km shorter than the Premium's 590 km.
  • RM1,740 annual road tax is RM1,285 higher, and kerb weight rises from 2,260 kg to 2,378 kg.
Price & overview
PriceRM209,800RM259,800
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentCompact ExecutiveCompact Executive
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM455RM1,740
Powertrain
Engine Tech800V architecture800V architecture
FuelElectricElectric
Number of Motors12
Motor Horsepower358 hp637 hp
Motor Torque373 Nm710 Nm
Battery Capacity100 kWh100 kWh
EV Range590 km540 km
Charging Rate (AC)22 kW22 kW
Charging Rate (DC)400 kW400 kW
V2L3.3 kW3.3 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h6.5 seconds3.8 seconds
Top Speed200 km/h210 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,705 mm4,705 mm
Width1,920 mm1,920 mm
Height1,705 mm1,705 mm
Wheelbase2,900 mm2,900 mm
Weight2,260 kg2,378 kg
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space630 litres630 litres
Front Tyre255/45R20255/40R21
Rear Tyre255/45R20255/40R21
Factory TyresContinental EcoContact 7Continental EcoContact 7
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)China (CBU)
Front SuspensionDouble WishbonesDouble Wishbones
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels20" Alloys21" Alloys
Rear Wheels20" Alloys21" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesSports Suspension
Safety
AirbagsDriver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain AirbagsDriver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockElectronic for Rear DoorsElectronic for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer SeatsAvailable On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, Front and RearYes, Front and Rear
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto LevellingLED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto Levelling
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsDriver and Passenger Powered SeatsDriver and Passenger Powered Seats
Rear Seats60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment60:40 Split-fold with Power Reclining and Boss Switch
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear AC VentsRear AC Vents
SunroofPanoramic Glass RoofPanoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights & Ambient LightingMap Lights & Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadePowered Sunroof ShadePowered Sunroof Shade
Audio13" Twin AMOLED Touchscreens with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Sennheiser Sound System13" Twin AMOLED Touchscreens with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Sennheiser Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless (Depress Brake Pedal)Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal)
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam AssistAdaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationYes, Powered with Kick SensorYes, Powered with Kick Sensor
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, With 360-degree CameraYes, With 360-degree Camera
Auto ParkingYesYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimitedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer4 years4 years
Warranty Notes8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty & 8-year/150000 High Voltage Components Warranty8-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.

Premium vs Brabus FAQ

Is the smart #5 Premium or smart #5 Brabus better?

The smart #5 Premium is better for most buyers because it costs RM50,000 less, reaches 590 km and has the same battery, charging capability and core cabin equipment. Choose the Brabus for its 637 hp all-wheel-drive performance.

What is the price difference?

The smart #5 Brabus costs RM50,000 more than the smart #5 Premium.

Does the smart #5 Brabus charge faster than the Premium?

No. Both use 800V architecture, a 100 kWh battery, 22 kW AC charging and 400 kW DC charging. The Premium instead has the longer claimed range: 590 km versus 540 km.

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