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Cupra Tavascan vs Smart #5
Selected trimV1Change trim353 mi · 77 kWh · £47,340
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Tavascan leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Smart #5 leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Tavascan 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
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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Cupra Tavascan leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSmart
Cupra
5.9
Smart
6.4
Motorway RangeCupra
Cupra
7
Smart
2.7
FamilySmart
Cupra
8.4
Smart
9
Charging
Cupra
4.6
Smart
5
Too close to call
Cost Per MileCupra
Cupra
8.1
Smart
1.6
City DrivingCupra
Cupra
4.6
Smart
3.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra TavascanV1 | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £47,340 | £39,800 (better) |
| Official range | 353 miles (better) | 288 miles |
| Boot space | 540 L | 630 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Tavascan
Smart #5
Length
Cupra Tavascan4,644mm-51mm
Smart #54,695mm
Width
Cupra Tavascan1,861mm-59mm
Smart #51,920mm
Height
Cupra Tavascan1,597mm-108mm
Smart #51,705mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra TavascanV1 | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,644 mm | 4,695 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,861 mm (better) | 1,920 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,169 mm |
| Height | 1,597 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 539 mm spare (better) | 480 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra TavascanV1 | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 540 L | 630 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1530 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 47 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,600 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Cupra Tavascan
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Smart #5
- Boot space of 630 L is bigger than 90% of SUVs we track.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Tavascan V1 |  Smart #5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.64m | 4.70m+51mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.92m+59mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.17m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.71m+108mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.90m+130mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 190mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 540L | 630L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1530L |
| Frunk | Not available | 47L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,178kg (better) | 2,200kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,600kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 77kWh (better) | 76kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 353 mi (better) | 288 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 135kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £47,340 | £39,800 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Cupra TavascanV1 | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 353 miles (better) | 288 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 294 miles (better) | 202 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 135 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 185 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 77 kWh (better) | 76 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra TavascanV1 | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
| Power | 210 kW | 250 kW (better) |
| Torque | 545 Nm (better) | 373 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Cupra Tavascan
V1
Smart #5
Pro
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cupra Tavascan V1
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Cupra TavascanV1 | Smart #5Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Cupra Tavascan
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Smart #5
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Cupra Tavascan
- £28,7032026Car360View
Smart #5
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Cupra Tavascan worth the extra £7,540 over the Smart #5?
The Cupra Tavascan costs £7,540 more than the Smart #5. For that premium it adds 65 miles more WLTP range. The Smart #5 is not just cheaper - it also offers 90 litres more boot space and 40 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Cupra Tavascan comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Cupra Tavascan or the Smart #5?
The Smart #5 is £7,540 cheaper to buy. The Cupra Tavascan 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 £7,300 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Cupra Tavascan and Smart #5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 294 miles for the Cupra Tavascan and 202 miles for the Smart #5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Cupra Tavascan goes roughly 92 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Tavascan or the Smart #5?
The Cupra Tavascan is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 59 mm narrower than the Smart #5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 539 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Tavascan and about 480 mm of total clearance for the Smart #5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Cupra Tavascan or the Smart #5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Cupra Tavascan and 90% for the Smart #5. 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 Cupra Tavascan'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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