smart #5 Charging Cost in Malaysia
By mht-dev, Frontend Engineer & Creator
Estimate the cost and time to charge a smart #5 (full battery electric vehicle / BEV) in Malaysia, calculated from its battery capacity and local electricity rates, both at public DC fast charging and at home.
smart #5 specifications
- Usable battery capacity
- 100 kWh
- DC fast-charge power (peak)
- 400 kW
- AC charge power (onboard)
- 22 kW
- Manufacturer-claimed range
- 590 km (WLTP)
- Realistic range estimate
- 502 km
- Estimated efficiency
- 20 kWh/100 km
- Estimated charging cost per 100 km
- RM 8.86
- Battery chemistry
- NMC
A real-world estimate discounted from the manufacturer's claimed figure; actual distance depends on driving style, speed, and conditions.
Estimated from the realistic range, not a measured consumption figure; actual use varies with driving and conditions.
smart #5 charging cost & time
| Scenario | Energy | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public DC 20% → 80% | 60 kWh | 16 minutes | RM 84.00 |
| Public DC 0% → 100% | 100 kWh | 40 minutes | RM 140.00 |
| At home (AC) 20% → 80% | 60 kWh | 2 hours 44 minutes | RM 26.66 |
smart #5 charging time by charger power
How long the smart #5 takes to charge at different charger power levels, capped by its own onboard limits.
| Charger | Power | Charge | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard outlet | 2.2 kW | 0% → 100% | 45 hours 27 minutes |
| Home wallbox | 7 kW | 0% → 100% | 14 hours 17 minutes |
| Public AC | 22 kW | 0% → 100% | 4 hours 33 minutes |
| DC fast | 400 kW | 10% → 80% | 18 minutes |
AC rows assume constant charging power and a 0% to 100% charge. Real times vary with the onboard charger, temperature, and the charger you use.
The DC fast row (10% to 80%) is anchored to a measured charging time for this model, so it reflects the real charging curve. Times still vary with temperature and conditions.
Charging speed
Based on measured data, the smart #5 charges 10% → 80% on DC fast charging in about 18 minutes, peaking at around 400 kW. 800V; ~400 kW peak - extremely fast.
The smart #5 is estimated to charge from 20% to 80% on public DC fast charging in about 16 minutes (ultra-fast DC).
As of 2026-05-26
Battery care
This car uses an NMC battery. For daily use, charging to about 80% and topping up to 100% only before long trips helps it last longer; heat is the main thing that ages it.
Savings vs a petrol car
This charge adds about 301 km of range for RM 84.00. Driving the same distance on petrol would cost:
| Engine size | Petrol cost | You save |
|---|---|---|
| ≤ 1000 cc | RM 32.93 | -RM 51.07 |
| 1000–1500 cc | RM 38.92 | -RM 45.08 |
| 1500–2000 cc | RM 47.90 | -RM 36.10 |
| 2000–2500 cc | RM 56.89 | -RM 27.11 |
| > 2500 cc | RM 68.86 | -RM 15.14 |
Estimated from typical combined fuel use by engine size and RON95 (BUDI95) at RM 1.99/L. Charging at home saves the most; actual figures vary with driving and conditions.
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Compare with another car →Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge a smart #5 from 20% to 80%?
- Charging a smart #5 from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger costs about RM 84.00.
How long does it take to charge a smart #5?
- Charging a smart #5 from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger takes about 16 minutes.