Brabus variant of Smart #2 confirmed

Image: Smart (illustrative)

The introduction of a more powerful Brabus version of the new Smart #2 has been officially confirmed. Teaser images posted on social media reveal initial details of the upcoming city car. These images are captioned “More Brabus. Still unmistakably smart.”

The images released so far (Instagram) provide only limited insight into the final design. However, additional fins can be seen on the front bumpers, along with red accents in various parts of the electric vehicle. Such visual tweaks are consistent with the typical style of tuning specialists.

The Brabus variant is expected to offer higher performance compared to the standard version. The engine of the new model delivers 60 kW/82 hp in the regular version, with a torque of 130 Nm. This enables it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.6 seconds. The rear-wheel-drive electric mini features a five-link independent suspension at the rear axle, which is intended to improve driving dynamics.

No additional chassis modifications are expected for the Brabus version, as this is not the case either for the corresponding versions of #1, #3, or #5. Even for its predecessor, the ForTwo, there were optimized Brabus models available. Wolfgang Ufer, the brand’s European CEO, recently told Auto Express that the more powerful versions of other models are particularly popular.

For now, the regular #2 can be preordered starting at 19,990 euros. Its technical foundation is the new Electric Compact Architecture (ECA), designed specifically for two-seater vehicles by Mercedes-Benz and Geely’s Smart brands. An electric motor at the rear axle delivers 60 kW of power. The 35.8-kWh LFP battery is said to provide a WLTP range of 290 kilometers. DC fast charging is available at up to 65 kW, allowing the battery level to increase from 10% to 80% in just 20 minutes. AC charging is possible at up to 11 kW.

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