2026 Auto Show – Smart #2: The electric ForTwo returns with 290 km of range for less than 20,000 €!
The Smart ForTwo finally has a successor! Unveiled at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, the new Smart #2 returns to the brand’s core principles with two seats, a length of under 2.80 meters, and an all-electric powertrain. Good news: its starting price in France is set at 19,990 €.
A true Smart, just like before
Since shifting its strategy, Smart has focused primarily on vehicles that are much larger than those that built its reputation. With the new #2 unveiled for the first time today at the Paris Motor Show, the brand returns to what defined its historical identity: a tiny car designed primarily for urban use. Upon seeing it, there’s little doubt about its connection to the ForTwo. It features a very short silhouette, two doors, two seats, and a clearly defined central cockpit. However, its shapes are more rounded, with uniquely designed headlights, a friendly front end, and prominent wheel arches.
The new Smart #2 is only 2.75 meters long, 1.56 meters high, and 1.94 meters wide including mirrors, but its wheelbase of 1.88 meters is impressive for its size. These dimensions should allow it to retain one of its predecessor’s key advantages: easy maneuvering and parking in cities, while still offering satisfactory interior space. Smart also claims a turning radius of just 6.95 meters between curbs. Another interesting feature is that this compact electric vehicle features a five-link rear suspension, an unusually sophisticated setup for a vehicle of this size.
An 82 hp engine and an LFP battery
The Smart #2 doesn’t aim to impress with its power, waiting for a possible Brabus version. All launch versions are equipped with the same 60 kW electric motor, producing around 82 horsepower and 130 Nm of torque, all delivered to the rear wheels just like in the ForTwo. Smart claims a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 11.6 seconds and a top speed of 140 km/h. This makes it suitable for trips beyond city centers, though its natural environment will obviously remain urban settings.
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The small Smart is equipped with a 35.8 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery. The manufacturer states a combined energy consumption of 13.6 kWh/100 km and a range of 290 km according to the WLTP cycle. On paper, it seems perfectly suited to its intended use: covering urban and suburban trips without the need for daily charging.
Fast charging in 20 minutes
This is undoubtedly one of the most interesting advancements in this new Smart #2. Unlike its predecessor, and despite its compact size and relatively modest battery, it can connect to DC fast charging stations. The maximum claimed power is 65 kW, allowing the battery to go from 10% to 80% in 20 minutes. However, with AC charging, versions differ. The entry-level Pure model comes equipped only with a 7.4 kW single-phase onboard charger. The Pure+, Premium, and Couture Edition models feature a 11 kW three-phase charger.
Smart also announces a V2L function, which allows powering electrical devices using the car’s battery. However, its use will require a specific accessory sold separately, and it depends on the compatibility of sockets in different countries.
Two seats, but an impressive trunk
Inside, the Smart #2 remains true to its traditional design with just two seats. The manufacturer emphasizes a bench-style layout, although both occupants do have their own individual seats. The dashboard features a fairly minimalist horizontal design. It includes a 10.1-inch central touchscreen, digital instruments behind the steering wheel, circular air vents, and, worth mentioning, several physical controls, especially on the center console.
Despite its compact size, the trunk volume is 305 liters and can reach 527 liters when the passenger seat back is folded flat. The car also retains a two-part trunk lid, a feature familiar to previous ForTwo owners.
The technological features do not seem to have been compromised. Depending on the version, the Smart #2 may be equipped with an adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go function, lane-keeping assist, blind spot monitoring, a rear camera, and highway driving aids. The manufacturer also promises as many as seven airbags.
Smart #2: What are the prices for the four versions?
This is another pleasant surprise of this presentation. Smart lists a starting price of 19,990 € in France, allowing its new electric city car to remain below the symbolic 20,000 € mark. The range includes four trims, all equipped with the same 82 hp motor and the same 35.8 kWh LFP battery.
The Smart #2 Pure, priced starting at 19,990 €, serves as the entry-level model. It features a 65 kW DC fast charger, a 7.4 kW AC charger, 15-inch wheels, and a suite of driving assistance features including adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go functionality.
The Smart #2 Pure+, priced starting at 20,990 €, primarily adds a 11 kW onboard three-phase charger and a heated driver’s seat. For just an additional 1,000 €, it could thus represent a particularly attractive option for drivers with an appropriate charging setup.
The more refined Smart #2 Premium, announced at 24,490 €, focuses on comfort and customization. It features a fixed panoramic roof, heated seats made of synthetic leather, a heated steering wheel, customizable ambient lighting in 256 colors, and a Sennheiser audio system with seven speakers.
Finally, the Smart #2 Couture Edition costs 25,690 €. Limited to only 999 units in Europe, it stands out with a matte white body, gold-trimmed roof and details, as well as special 16-inch wheels.
However, note that the detailed prices by finish come from Smart’s German pricing scale. The manufacturer confirms a starting price of 19,990 € for France, but the final French prices for the other versions remain to be determined.
Orders available starting October 2026, deliveries in 2027
Smart does not intend to keep fans of its compact city car waiting too long. Following the global debut in Paris, pre-orders will open on October 13, 2026, in various European markets, including France, with deliveries scheduled for 2027, subject to the completion of ongoing European homologation.
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With this new #2 model, Smart returns to a formula that has become rare in the market: a true two-seater electric car, extremely compact, yet capable of offering an advertised range of nearly 300 km along with standard fast charging. Moreover, with a starting price below 20,000 €, it competes directly with the Renault Twingo equipped with DC charging. The difference is that the Renault model qualifies for the EU subsidy, whereas Smart breaks away from the tradition of manufacturing its predecessor in Hambach, Moselle, by shifting production to China.
