Surprisingly, it's actually cheaper than the #3! The #5 Premium is priced at RM 199,800, which is over RM 15,000 less than the #3 Premium (RM 215,000) . The Brabus is RM 249,800, about RM 5,000 cheaper than the #3 Brabus . Why? It's likely due to economies of scale and more competitive positioning against rivals like the Zeekr 7X, BYD Sealion 7, and Tesla Model Y . You're getting a bigger, more advanced car for less money . For buyers considering the smart #5, that matters because it affects how easy the car is to live with, whether for commuting, family use, long-distance driving or ownership costs. The useful way to read this is not as an isolated specification, but as a clue to how the car will feel in real daily use.