The Smart #2 is returning as the electric successor to the Fortwo. It has a range of 290 km and costs 19,990 euros.
On October 12, 2026, Smart unveiled the production version of model #2 at a show in Paris — the direct successor to the two-seater Fortwo. The car features a 35.8 kWh LFP battery, rear-wheel drive, and is targeted to achieve around 290 km of WLTP range. The European pre-order price is 19,990 euros, which is approximately 87,000 złoty.
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This marks Smart’s return to the format on which it built its entire brand. After Geely took over the company and production of the Fortwo ended in 2024, the manufacturer offered only larger models #1, #3, and #5. Now it is once again addressing the old question: how many cars are really needed in the city?
Still small, but no longer just for the city
The base Smart #2 is 2746 mm long, making it 51 mm longer than the latest Fortwo and 246 mm longer than the first Smart from the late 1990s. The Couture Edition measures 2764 mm due to additional bumper elements. It has a width of 1669 mm, a height of 1555 mm, and a wheelbase of 1875 mm.
The wheels are once again positioned almost at the corners of the body. The turning radius is 6.95 m, and the curb weight is around 1130 kg. There are still two pairs of doors, two seats, and a distinctive split trunk lid. Its lower section can be used as a seat with a load capacity of up to 120 kg after parking.
The styling was developed by the Mercedes-Benz team, but technically it is a car based on Geely’s Electric Compact Architecture platform. The vehicle will be produced in China by Zhejiang Haoqing Automobile Manufacturing.
Smart #2
Specifications
Length
2746 mm, 2764 mm wide in Couture Edition
Wheelbase
1875 mm
Weight
around 1130 kg
Drive type
Rear-wheel drive
Power
60 kW, 82 HP
Torque
130 Nm
Top speed
140 km/h
Battery
35.8 kWh LFP
Range
target 290 km WLTP
DC charging
65 kW, 10-80% in 20 minutes
Trunk space
305 liters
Turning radius
6.95 m
The engine at the rear axle delivers 60 kW and 130 Nm. The manufacturer uses MacPherson struts at the front and independent, five-link suspension at the rear. Such a setup is rare in urban cars of this size, though its advantages over a simpler beam suspension can only be determined after driving it.
Battery twice as large as that in the EQ Fortwo
The biggest issue with the predecessor wasn’t size or handling. The EQ Fortwo with a 17.6 kWh battery offered around 135 km of WLTP range, so even a short trip outside the city required planning.
The Smart #2 is equipped with an LFP battery with a capacity of 35.8 kWh. The cells are supplied by CATL, and the battery pack is assembled by Geely. The European target range is 290 km WLTP, more than twice that of the previous model. In China’s CLTC cycle, the car achieved 410 km, but these figures cannot be directly compared.
Some sources also mention 300 or even 332 km WLTP. However, Smart notes that the final European homologation has not yet been completed. As of now, the most reliable figure remains the declared target of 290 km.
DC charging is available at a power of up to 65 kW. The manufacturer claims it can charge the battery from 10% to 80% in about 20 minutes. This isn’t an impressive peak power, but with such a small battery, charging time is crucial. The vehicle also supports V2L, allowing external devices to be powered from the traction battery.
Two screens, advanced ADAS, and a limited Couture version
The cabin features a central 10.1-inch screen and an 8.8-inch driver display. Smart has adopted a sofa-style seating arrangement, circular air vents, and a Smart Pillar for attaching accessories. The trunk capacity is said to be 305 liters, which sounds surprisingly good given the vehicle’s length of less than 2.8 meters.
The higher trims will feature a glass roof, heated seats and steering wheel, synthetic leather upholstery, 256-color lighting, and a seven-speaker Sennheiser audio system. The list of assistance systems includes adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go function, Highway Assist, and remote parking. The manufacturer describes this package as level L2, meaning the driver remains responsible for monitoring the road.
A separate option is the Couture Edition, which comes with a matte white paint finish, golden roof, 16-inch wheels, and a numbered plaque. 999 units will be sent to China and Europe, totaling 1,998 units. In China, the edition costs 112,999 yuan, approximately 61,000 zł, with deliveries set to begin in 2026.
The European pre-order starts at 19,990 euros. Smart has not yet released the full pricing for the Pure, Pure+, Premium, and Couture versions nor the release dates for individual countries. However, the Brabus variant has already been announced. What remains most important is the price of the regular versions after the pre-order ends, as the small size won’t suffice if #2 starts costing as much as significantly larger electric vehicles.
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