New Smart #2 gets 180-mile range and sub-£20k pricetag
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Pricing places it firmly in Renault Twingo and new Citroen 2CV territory
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George East
12 October 2026 · 2 min read
The Smart #2 has been unveiled at the Paris Motor Show, confirming a return to its city car origins and an all-electric range of 180 miles.
Measuring just 2746mm long, the Smart #2 is shorter than its third-generation Fortwo, which went out of production in 2024. Its styling is also clearly inspired by the original Smart from 1998. The new #2’s 6.95-metre turning circle matches that of its predecessor.
New Smart #2 battery and range
Under the skin, the new Smart #2 gets a rear-mounted electric motor, making it rear-wheel-drive (RWD). Its 35.8kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery has an official WLTP range of 180 miles and a maximum charging speed of 65kW. This translates into a 10%-80% top-up time of 20 minutes.
For reference, the previous electric Smart, the EQ Fortwo, had a 17.6kWh battery and a 90-mile range.
Smart has developed a dedicated set of underpinnings for the #2 called the Electric Compact Architecture, which includes a five-link rear suspension to allow for “sportier” handling and a smoother ride across Britain’s potholed roads.
The new #2’s structure is the latest version of Smart’s Tridion Cell Evo body, comprising 78% high-strength steel. When it comes to additional safety, cruise control, highway assist, and LED headlights are standard.
Interior and practicality
Inside, the strictly two-seater has a bench-style seat with storage space separating the driver and passenger. A 10.1-inch touchscreen sits in the centre of the dashboard, while the driver’s instrument binnacle is an 8.8-inch unit behind the three-spoke steering wheel.
In terms of practicality, the dashboard comes with a ‘smart pillar’ that the occupants can attach small gadgets to, while the generous 305-litre boot has an unusual split tailgate for ease of access.
New Smart #2 pricing
Pricing for the Smart #2 will start from £17,900 for the entry-level Pure trim, placing it firmly in Renault Twingo, Dacia Spring, and new Citroen 2CV territory. Standard equipment includes 15-inch alloy wheels, vehicle-to-load (V2L) capabilities, plus WiFi, Bluetooth, and 4G connectivity.
Next up is the mid-tier Premium model, which introduces 16-inch wheels, heated seats, a glass roof, a seven-speaker Sennheiser sound system, plus optional two-tone interior and exterior colour finishes.
The limited-run ‘Couture Edition’ pictured above sits at the top of the line-up, and adds bespoke white paint, a gold roof, along with a numbered interior badge. Just 999 Couture Edition models will be made.
Order books are set to open early next year, with pricing for Premium and Couture Edition-trim cars set to be confirmed soon.