# Smart #1

> The Smart #1 is a battery-electric subcompact crossover SUV that marks the complete reinvention of the Smart brand. Developed as the first product of a 50:50 joint venture between Mercedes-Benz Group and Geely Holding, it swaps the iconic two-seater city car formula for a five-door family crossover built on Geely's SEA2 electric platform. With Mercedes designing the exterior and interior, and Geely handling engineering and production in China, the #1 delivers up to 440 km of WLTP range, a 12.8-inch touchscreen with AI voice assistant, and a 0-62 mph time as low as 3.9 seconds in the Brabus variant.

- **Created by:** Smart Automobile (Mercedes-Benz Group & Geely Holding Joint Venture)
- **Launched:** 2022
- **Platforms:** hardware
- **Pricing:** Paid - UK from £35,950 (Pro+), Premium from £38,950, Brabus from £43,450. Europe from €41,490 (Pro+). China from 194,200 yuan (Pure+). Entry-level Pro with 49 kWh LFP battery introduced in 2024 at lower price point.
- **Key features:** SEA2 Electric Platform, 66 kWh NMC Battery, 150 kW DC Fast Charging, 12.8-inch Touchscreen, AI Voice Assistant

## Features

- **SEA2 Electric Platform** — Built on Geely's Sustainable Experience Architecture 2, a dedicated EV platform shared with the Volvo EX30 and Zeekr X.
- **66 kWh NMC Battery** — High-voltage nickel-manganese-cobalt battery pack delivering up to 440 km WLTP range on Premium trim.
- **150 kW DC Fast Charging** — DC rapid charging capability enabling a 10-80% charge in under 30 minutes.
- **12.8-inch Touchscreen** — Large portrait-orientation central display with customizable UI and permanent climate control access.
- **AI Voice Assistant** — Voice control system featuring an animated fox avatar as a travel companion.
- **Frameless Doors & Flush Handles** — Premium design details including frameless windows and concealed electric door handles.
- **Panoramic Halo Roof** — Large glass roof available on higher trims, creating an airy cabin atmosphere.
- **Brabus Performance Variant** — Dual-motor all-wheel-drive version with 315 kW total output and 0-62 mph in 3.9 seconds.
- **5-Star Euro NCAP** — Achieved top safety ratings with 96% adult occupant protection and 94% safety assist scores.
- **Over-the-Air Updates** — Software updates delivered remotely, adding features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto post-launch.

## Achievements

- First vehicle from the Mercedes-Benz and Geely joint venture
- 10,000 pre-orders within 24 hours of China launch
- 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating
- 96% adult occupant protection score in Euro NCAP testing
- Named as one of the most distinctive EV designs in the compact crossover segment

## Latest updates

- **2024-04** — Entry-level Smart #1 Pro introduced with 49 kWh LFP battery, lowering the starting price.
- **2024-01** — Over-the-air update adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support.
- **2023-09** — Brabus variant launched in European markets with dual-motor AWD and 3.9s 0-62 mph.
- **2023-03** — Smart #1 deliveries begin across major European markets.
- **2022-09** — European pricing announced; UK Launch Edition limited to 100 units.

## Links

- Website: https://global.smart.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-automobile/
- Twitter/X: https://x.com/smart_worldwide
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@smart
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smart_worldwide/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smart

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Last updated: 2026-05-01