The all – electric smart #2 Premium officially launches in China at an immersive event in Guangzhou, bringing together smart customers, fans, and lifestyle partners to celebrate the return of the iconic two – seater, reimagined for a new electric era.
After its World Premiere at the Paris Motor Show, customers have now sold out the exclusive smart #2 Couture Edition in China and in all European markets where it is offered to date. With series production underway, the company expects the first smart #2 customer deliveries in China in the coming weeks, with European deliveries planned for 2027.
Key Highlights:
- Official China Launch & Customer Deliveries: The smart #2 Premium made its official China debut in Guangzhou, bringing together smart customers, fans and lifestyle partners. China will be the first market to receive customer deliveries, with the first vehicles expected to reach customers in the coming weeks.
- Strong Demand Following Paris World Premiere: Following its World Premiere on October 12, the exclusive smart #2 Couture Edition sold out in China and across all European markets where it was offered to date, while the production team has already begun series production of the smart #2.
- An Iconic Two-Seater Reimagined for the Electric Era: The Mercedes-Benz Global Design Team styled the smart #2, which builders constructed on the newly developed Electric Compact Architecture (ECA) platform and equipped with the new-generation Tridion Cell Evo body structure. With a 6.95-metre curb-to-curb turning circle, rear-wheel drive, and five-link rear suspension, a first in its class, engineers designed it for agile urban driving and confident handling. The European-market smart #2 includes a 35.8 kWh battery with a target combined WLTP range of 290 km.
smart #2 two -seater city car
Mr. Tong Xiangbei, Global CEO of smart, said: “As the pioneer of the two -seater city car, smart has always explored new possibilities for urban mobility.
With the all – electric smart #2, we are reinventing the concept that helped define our brand. It carries forward three decades of smart heritage while setting new expectations for the ultra – compact segment.”
“For smart, premium has never been defined by size. Our iconic two -seater is what made smart famous, and with the all – electric smart #2. We are bringing it back better equipped than ever. It stays true to the character and driving joy that people love. While introducing modern technology, greater comfort, and thoughtful details for a new generation.”
Beyond the product launch, the Guangzhou event brought together smart customers. As well as fans and cross – industry lifestyle partners in an immersive urban setting. Through creative collaborations and shared experiences, the event brought smart’s “open your mind” brand claim to life, celebrating the spirit of co- creation and the diverse lifestyles of the smart community.
From Paris to Production:
Meeting Customer Demand Following its World Premiere at the Paris Motor Show on 12 October. The smart #2 has attracted strong customer interest in China and Europe.
Series production is now underway, following the first production smart #2 rolling off the assembly line.
Developed through close collaboration between smart’s engineering teams in China and Europe. The smart #2 combines international expertise with intelligent manufacturing in China.
The vehicle follows smart’s unified global quality standards , supported by an extensive programme of testing and validation. From winter testing in sub -zero temperatures to demanding summer conditions The smart #2 has undergone rigorous evaluations of driving dynamics, durability, safety, and everyday usability.
The Iconic Two – Seater Reinvented
The Iconic Two – Seater Reinvented for a New Electric Era Styled by the Mercedes- Benz Global Design Team. The all- electric smart #2 reinterprets the unmistakable character of smart’s iconic two -seater. Guided by the brand’s overarching “Love, Pure, Unexpected” design philosophy.
At its heart is the newly developed Electric Compact Architecture (ECA) platform . Rather than adapting an architecture designed for a larger vehicle. ECA brings together intelligent use of space, advanced electric technology, and effortless urban agility.
Safety remains fundamental. The new – generation Tridion Cell Evo body structure builds on smart’s long -standing safety philosophy. Providing a robust protective structure around the passenger cabin without compromising the vehicle’s compact dimensions.
smart #2 engineering
- With a 6.95- metre curb – to- curb turning circle ,
- rear- mounted electric motor,
- rear- wheel- drive layout and five- link rear suspension, a first in its class ,
- engineered for responsive handling.
- And confident, composed driving in the city and on the highway
- Features a 35.8 kWh battery ,
- with a target combined WLTP range of 290 km¹.
China is the first to get the new vehicle
China Launch Marks the Next Step in Global Market Introduction China will be the first market to receive customer deliveries . With the first smart #2 vehicles expected to reach customers in the coming weeks. With market -specific pricing, specifications, equipment, and availability communicated locally. Stay tuned for more updates
Disclaimer ¹ –
the battery capacity and target combined WLTP range stated above relate to the European – market. The range figure is preliminary and subject to final EU homologation. Technical specifications may vary by market, with China – market specifications to be confirmed locally.