Smart 5

The Smart #5 is comfortable and techie-focused inside the cabin. The interior design combines the contemporary digital screens with high-quality materials to provide an elegant environment.

The huge digital display system that controls the dashboard is one of the most conspicuous ones.

The main interior details are:

• Artificial leather or high quality upholstry
• Dual 13-inch OLED displays
• Wide screen digital dashboard design
• Five passenger seating
• The customizable ambient light

The seats are made to provide good support/comfort during the long drive, while the cabin layout maximizes legroom because the SUV has a long wheelbase. 

The back seats are also foldable that forms a sleeping section that facilitates the camping mode of the vehicle, which is designed to meet the needs of the adventure drivers. 

Safety & Driver Assistance

The Smart #5 also has a significant emphasis on safety, and it has a system of driver-assistance technologies.

Safety Features

• Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
• Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
• Blind Spot Monitoring
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Traffic Jam Assist
• 360-degree camera system
• Automatic parking assist

These systems are backed up by an array of sensors (12 Front & Rear parking sensors) and cameras such as the ultrasonic sensors and radar systems which are used to check the environment around. 

The Smart Pilot Assist system offers semi-autonomous driving assistance to travel on the highway to reduce the fatigue of the driver during long trips. 

The Smart #5 represents a radical design change for the brand. This SUV, in contrast to the compact and city-oriented Smart cars of the past, this EV has a rough but futuristic design language that is aimed to compete with the contemporary electric crossovers.

At the front, this SUV has unique LED headlights and a large panel shaped like a grill, which shows its electricness. The design takes into account sharp edges and strong proportions to set a confident posture on the road. 

Some of the main exterior features are:

• CyberSparks LED headlights that have automatic high beam.
• Aerodynamic body panels and flush door handles.
• Shaped bonnet and powerful shoulders.
• Aerodynamic alloy wheels
• Integrated LED taillights

The general body is heavier than all previous Smart models. The vehicle has a slight off-road look (or bold look) with the protective cladding around the wheel arches and the lower body while still maintaining the modern urban look. 

The Smart #5 does not resemble a niche city car anymore as it has such a strong appearance and dimensions. Rather, it poses as a complete-fledged midsize SUV that can be used in an urban setting and on extended trips.

Dimensions Overview

These dimensions put the Smart #5 squarely in the midsize electric SUV segment, and it has the room to compete with models such as the Tesla Model Y and Hyundai Ioniq 5. 

Another feature is cargo space.

This spacious luggage space makes the SUV useful when it comes to family traveling, commuting, or outdoor adventures. 

The interior is also characterized by a lot of storage space, helping to store every day item like electronics, bags, and travelling accessories.

The Smart #5 provides the smooth and quiet ride that is characteristic of the modern electric cars on the road.

The main driving characteristics are:

• Instant torque delivery
• Smooth acceleration
• Quiet cabin environment
• Stable highway handling

The SUV also has various driving modes including Eco, Comfort and Sport, which enables the drivers to adjust the performance to various driving conditions. 

Other terrain modes such as Snow, Sand, Mud and Rock also avail better traction to the adventure enthusiasts on their off-road journeys. 

The Smart #5 is built on a modern electric platform designed to deliver strong performance while maintaining efficiency.

Powertrain Specifications

This electric powertrain offers fast acceleration and even-handed torque application. The immediate reaction of EVs makes the Smart #5 lively in the city scenario and self-assured when passing the highway. 

Performance variants like the BRABUS can generate much more output and attain much faster acceleration.

The powertrain of the Smart #5 offers a fair level of efficiency and performance to UAE drivers who have to cover long distances between such cities as Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Battery Range & Charging

Electric range is one of the most important factors for EV buyers, and the Smart #5 performs well in this area.

Battery & Range

The Smart #5 has a 465 km WLTP driving range which means that it can comfortably make daily commuting to work and even longer distances without having to make frequent charging stops.

Charing performance is also amazing.

Charging Capabilities

Such charging rates render the Smart #5 convenient to the UAE drivers who expect to use the fast-charging stations in long-distance travel. 

Others trims of Smart #5 are also designed on an advanced 800-volt electrical platform, allowing very fast charging in optimal conditions. 

One of the biggest strengths of the Smart #5 is technology. The car combines various innovative systems that help to improve comfort and entertainment.

Key Technology Features

• Central infotainment screen is 13-inch OLED
• 10.25-inch HD Instrument Cluster
• Digital instrument cluster
• Wireless mobile phone charging
• Heads-up-display
• Voice assistant system
• Smart OS-operating system
• High quality sound system up to 20 speakers
• 256 colours ambient lighting
• Ventilated Driver and co-passenger seat 

There are also some models that have a 25.6-inch augmented-reality head-up display, displaying driving and navigation data on the windshield. 

The other distinct advantage is the inbuilt projector system which can convert the vehicle into a portable entertainment centre - very suitable during outdoor trips or even when camping. 

The Smart #5 will also be a good fit into the emerging ecosystem of EV in the UAE. As the government drives toward electric mobility and expands the charging network, the ownership of EV is getting more realistic.

The benefits of ownership are:

• High electric driving range.
• Quick fast-charging feature.
• Low running expenses, in comparison with petrol SUVs.
• Modern technology and safety measures.
• Premium interior quality

The car also comes with 5 years vehicle warranty, 8 years battery warranty, which offers confidence to the purchasers who have moved to the electric car. 

Pros & Cons

Strengths

• Long electric driving range
• Powerful electric motor and fast acceleration.
• Large interior and cargo space.
• High-end infotainment technology.
• Extensive safety systems.

Limitations

• High price relative to a few EV competitors.
• Perception could be influenced by brand change of micro cars.
• Infrastructure yet to be charged in other regions.

The Smart #5 is a new radical phase of Smart brand. Continuing to leave the compact city cars behind, the company has made a technology-oriented electric SUV that is oriented towards contemporary mobility.

The Smart #5 can compete in the emerging electric SUV market with its impressive range, sophisticated technology, roomy interior, and high-performance. It is both practical and innovative, which makes it convenient to use it in the city during commute and in more adventurous trips.

The Smart #5 is an attractive alternative to UAE buyers who want to purchase a stylish, high-tech electric SUV with good performance and utility.

Overall Rating: 8.8 / 10

It has managed to incorporate luxury, technology and electric efficiency into a package of a modern SUV to suit the future of mobility.