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Geely EX5 vs Smart #1
Selected trimProChange trim255 mi · 62 kWh · £33,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Geely EX5 leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Smart #1 leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Geely EX5 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Smart #1 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Geely EX5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Geely
5.9
Smart
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeGeely
Geely
4.7
Smart
1.9
FamilyGeely
Geely
6.2
Smart
5.4
ChargingGeely
Geely
4.7
Smart
2.9
Cost Per MileGeely
Geely
4.4
Smart
1.9
City DrivingSmart
Geely
5.1
Smart
6
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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Geely EX5
Smart #1
Length
Geely EX54,615mm
Smart #14,270mm-345mm
Width
Geely EX51,901mm
Smart #11,822mm-79mm
Height
Geely EX51,670mm
Smart #11,636mm-34mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Geely EX5Pro | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,615 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,901 mm | 1,822 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,025 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 499 mm spare | 578 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
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How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Geely EX5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Smart #1
- At 4,270 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Geely EX5 Pro |  Smart #1 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.62m | 4.27m-345mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.82m-79mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.02m |
| Height | 1.67m | 1.64m-34mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.75m | 2.75m |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 410L (better) | 313L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 976L |
| Frunk | Not available | 15L |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,740kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 62kWh (better) | 49kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 255 mi (better) | 193 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 130kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,990 | £29,960 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Geely EX5Pro | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 255 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 198 miles (better) | 133 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 20 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | 158 Wh/km (better) | 181 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 60.2 kWh (better) | 49 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Geely EX5
Pro
5.6/10
average across 5 reviews
- Auto Express3.5/5
- Parkers3.1/5
- Electrifying.com6/10
Smart #1
Pure
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Geely EX5
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Geely EX5Pro | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £22,050 | £22,900 |
| Average used price | £23,099 | £23,771 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 12 listings (better) | 10 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £10,891 below new | £6,189 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Up 4.3% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Geely EX5 Pro
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant86%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users83%
Safety Assist83%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Smart #1 Pure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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Geely EX5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Smart #1
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Geely EX5
- £29,9902026Cars2View
- £24,2902026Cars2View
Smart #1
- £23,7712024Car360View
- £23,9992024Car360View
- £22,9002024EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Geely EX5 worth the extra £4,030 over the Smart #1?
The Geely EX5 costs £4,030 more than the Smart #1. For that premium it adds 62 miles more WLTP range, 97 litres more boot space and lower energy use, 158 versus 181 Wh/km. The Smart #1 is not just cheaper - it also offers 30 kW faster peak rapid charging and 40 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Geely EX5 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Geely EX5 or the Smart #1?
The Smart #1 is £4,030 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £176 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Smart #1 comes out roughly £3,910 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Geely EX5 and Smart #1 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 198 miles for the Geely EX5 and 133 miles for the Smart #1 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Geely EX5 goes roughly 65 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 20 minutes in the Geely EX5 and 30 in the Smart #1, so the Geely EX5 loses less time at each stop. That makes the Geely EX5 the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Geely EX5 or the Smart #1?
The Smart #1 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 79 mm narrower than the Geely EX5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 578 mm of total clearance for the Smart #1 and about 499 mm of total clearance for the Geely EX5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Geely EX5 or the Smart #1?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Geely EX5 and 90% for the Smart #1. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
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See both cars in our rankings
EVcarsguide scores every verified EV on price, range, family use and running costs. Here is where this pair appears.
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Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
GuideBuying a Used Geely EX5 (2025 on): SE, Pro, Max or Ultra & What to Pay
A used Geely EX5 buyer’s guide: the four trims, the 2026 Ultra’s bigger battery, the 8-year warranty, heavily discounted new cars vs nearly new ones, real-world range, what owners report and a printable checklist.
GuideBuying a Used Smart #1 (2023 on): Pro+, Premium or BRABUS & What to Pay
A used Smart #1 buyer’s guide: the 66 kWh Pro+, Premium and BRABUS and the later 49 kWh Pure and Pro, the seat belt recall, the short car warranty but 8-year battery cover, real-world range, what owners report and a printable checklist.
Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .