The Legend Returns: Smart #2 Officially Unveiled

November 07, 2026, 09:00

Serhii Ivanov – reviewer for autocentre.ua. He specializes in covering major events in the global automotive industry and reviewing new models. An expert in automotive history, he is the author of numerous publications and books on this topic.

The smart brand announced the official launch of the completely new electric urban hatchback, smart #2 Premium. The presentation of this iconic two-seater vehicle took place at a special event in the Chinese city of Guangzhou. This new model represents a modern technological reincarnation of the classic concept of an ultracompact urban city car, which was the origin of the brand’s history.

The exterior and interior of the new model were developed by Mercedes-Benz Global Design Team, a global team of designers. The vehicle retains its iconic recognizable silhouette but features a modern, premium aesthetic. At its core lies the specially developed ECA (Electric Compact Architecture), which enables efficient use of interior space while maintaining unique urban maneuverability — with a turning radius of just 6.95 meters from curb to curb.

The electric car features a motor located at the rear, rear-wheel drive, and an independent five-link rear suspension, which is a unique setup for a Class A vehicle. Power is supplied by a battery with a capacity of 35.8 kWh. This is sufficient to provide a combined range of up to 290 km according to the European WLTP cycle. Passive safety is addressed through the new generation’s reinforced Tridion Cell Evo body structure.

First customer deliveries of the smart #2 Premium will begin in China within the coming weeks, as mass production at the factory has been fully launched. The arrival of this new model in the European market is scheduled for 2027.

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