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Smart #5 vs Toyota bZ4X (2022-2025)
Selected trimFWD 71.4kWh · 2022-25Change trim321 mi · 71.4 kWh · £41,950
At a glance
In this comparison, Smart #5 leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed, while the Toyota bZ4X leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Smart #5 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Toyota bZ4X (2022-2025) if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota bZ4X leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSmart
Smart
6.4
Toyota
5.9
Motorway RangeToyota
Smart
2.7
Toyota
5.9
FamilySmart
Smart
9
Toyota
7.4
ChargingSmart
Smart
5
Toyota
3.5
Cost Per MileToyota
Smart
1.6
Toyota
7.6
City DrivingToyota
Smart
3.2
Toyota
4.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Smart #5
Pro
- £2,150 cheaper
- 178 litres more boot space
- 100 kW more power
- 1.5s quicker 0-62 mph
- 850 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Smart #5Pro | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £39,800 (better) | £41,950 |
| Official range | 288 miles | 321 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 630 L (better) | 452 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.9 sec (better) | 8.4 sec |
Size Comparison
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Smart #5
Toyota bZ4X
Length
Smart #54,695mm
Toyota bZ4X4,690mm-5mm
Width
Smart #51,920mm
Toyota bZ4X1,860mm-60mm
Height
Smart #51,705mm
Toyota bZ4X1,650mm-55mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Smart #5Pro | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,695 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,920 mm | 1,860 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,169 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 480 mm spare | 540 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Smart #5Pro | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 630 L (better) | 452 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1530 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 47 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,600 kg (better) | 750 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Smart #5
- Boot space of 630 L is bigger than 90% of SUVs we track.
- One of 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Toyota bZ4X
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Smart #5 Pro |  Toyota bZ4X FWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.70m | 4.69m-5mm |
| Width | 1.92m | 1.86m-60mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.17m | Not available |
| Height | 1.71m | 1.65m-55mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.85m-50mm |
| Ground Clearance | 190mm | 177mm-13mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 630L (better) | 452L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1530L | Not available |
| Frunk | 47L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,200kg | 1,975kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,600kg (better) | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 76kWh (better) | 71.4kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 288 mi | 321 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £39,800 (better) | £41,950 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2022–2025 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Smart #5Pro | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 288 miles | 321 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 202 miles | 267 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Energy consumption | 185 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 76 kWh (better) | 64 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Smart #5Pro | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.9 sec (better) | 8.4 sec |
| Power | 250 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Torque | 373 Nm (better) | 269 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Smart #5
Pro
Toyota bZ4X
FWD 71.4kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Smart #5 Pro
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users84%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Toyota bZ4X FWD 71.4kWh
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist91%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Smart #5Pro | Toyota bZ4XFWD 71.4kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Smart #5
Pro
Owners love
- Exceptional interior space with comfortable rear legroom, reclining seats, and 630 litres of boot space
- Outstanding acceleration (3.8 seconds 0-62mph) and impressive 800V fast charging (10-80% in 18 minutes at optimal conditions)
- Advanced infotainment with three screens, superb conversational voice control, and premium materials (Alcantara, vegan leather)
Watch out for
- High energy consumption significantly impacts real-world range compared to competitors despite 335-mile WLTP rating
- Design is polarizing and divisive; frequently compared unfavorably to the Nissan Cube with questionable styling details
- 335-mile WLTP range underwhelming for a 100kWh battery and not class-leading compared to rivals
Owner tips
- Test drive the rear-wheel drive base models which offer better steering feel, more dynamic handling, and additional frunk space compared to all-wheel drive variants
- Visit dealerships in person to confirm driver's seat comfort if over 6 feet tall and test voice assistant behavior to ensure it suits your driving style
Toyota bZ4X
FWD 71.4kWh
Owners love
- Owners praise the enormous rear legroom and comfortable seats.
- The ride is comfortable and the car is easy, quick and grippy to drive.
- The warranty of up to 10 years, kept going by yearly Toyota servicing, is a big draw, and owners report services at about £150-£230.
Watch out for
- Real-world range falls well short of WLTP, especially in winter and on the motorway (around 150-230 miles on long runs).
- Early cars were slow to rapid charge in the cold and limited how many rapid charges they took in a day.
- The top of the steering wheel hides part of the driver display for some drivers.
Owner tips
- Sit in the car before buying to check you can see the whole driver display past the wheel.
- Precondition the battery through the built-in navigation before a rapid charge.
Buying options
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Smart #5
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Toyota bZ4X
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Smart #5
No active listings.
Toyota bZ4X
- £19,2992022Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Toyota bZ4X worth the extra £2,150 over the Smart #5?
The Toyota bZ4X costs £2,150 more than the Smart #5. For that premium it adds 33 miles more WLTP range. The Smart #5 is not just cheaper - it also offers 178 litres more boot space, 100 kW more power and a 1.5s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota bZ4X comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Smart #5 or the Toyota bZ4X?
The Smart #5 is £2,150 cheaper to buy. The Toyota bZ4X is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 a year versus £200 for the Smart #5, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Smart #5 comes out roughly £1,910 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Smart #5 and Toyota bZ4X like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 202 miles for the Smart #5 and 267 miles for the Toyota bZ4X - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Toyota bZ4X goes roughly 65 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Smart #5 or the Toyota bZ4X?
The Toyota bZ4X is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 60 mm narrower than the Smart #5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 540 mm of total clearance for the Toyota bZ4X and about 480 mm of total clearance for the Smart #5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Smart #5 or the Toyota bZ4X?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Smart #5 and 84% for the Toyota bZ4X. That gives the Smart #5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Smart #5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Toyota bZ4X's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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