smart #5 Pulse AWD vs Honda Passport EX-L

Comparison winners

3 metrics
0-100 winner smart #5 Pulse AWD 4.9 s Runner-up: 7.2 s
Power winner smart #5 Pulse AWD 588 hp Runner-up: 285 hp
Cargo winner smart #5 Pulse AWD 630 L Runner-up: 577 L

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD against the 2026 Honda Passport EX-L. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a battery-electric powertrain and the other a petrol system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.9 seconds, compared with 7.2 seconds for 2026 Honda Passport EX-L. 2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD has the higher listed output at 588 hp; 2026 Honda Passport EX-L is rated at 285 hp, a difference of 303 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD at 643 Nm and 2026 Honda Passport EX-L at 361 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 630 litres versus 577 litres, a difference of 53 litres. 2026 Honda Passport EX-L carries the higher towing rating at 2,268 kg, while 2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD is listed at 1,600 kg. 2026 Honda Passport EX-L is 110 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification smart #5 Pulse AWD2026 Honda Passport EX-L2026
Performance
0-100 km/h4.9 s7.2 s
Top Speed200 km/h195 km/h
Power588 hp285 hp
Torque643 Nm361 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range540 km
Battery94 kWh
Fuel Tank68 L
Efficiency19.9 kWh/100km10 L/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km228 g/km
DC Charging400 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,695 mm4,805 mm
Ground Clearance197 mm206 mm
Cargo630 L577 L
Curb Weight2,345 kg1,890 kg
Towing1,600 kg2,268 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m
Starting MSRP$39,500

smart #5 Pulse AWD vs Honda Passport EX-L questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD or the 2026 Honda Passport EX-L?

2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.9 seconds, versus 7.2 seconds for 2026 Honda Passport EX-L.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD or the 2026 Honda Passport EX-L?

2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 195 km/h (121 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD or the 2026 Honda Passport EX-L?

2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD has more power at 588 hp, a 303 hp advantage over 2026 Honda Passport EX-L.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD or the 2026 Honda Passport EX-L?

2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD has more listed cargo space at 630 litres (22.2 cu ft), versus 577 litres (20.4 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD or the 2026 Honda Passport EX-L?

2026 Honda Passport EX-L has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,268 kg (5,000 lb), compared with 1,600 kg (3,527 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD or the 2026 Honda Passport EX-L?

2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD is heavier at 2,345 kg (5,170 lb), while 2026 Honda Passport EX-L is listed at 1,890 kg (4,167 lb).

Which is better, the 2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD or the 2026 Honda Passport EX-L?

2026 smart #5 Pulse AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.