Smart #1
Overview
ManufacturerSmart Automobile
Production2022–present[1]
AssemblyChina: Xi'an, Shaanxi[2]
DesignerYi Gao and Mohammad Aminiyekta[3]
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV (B)
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformSustainable Experience Architecture
Related
Powertrain
Electric motor1× or 2× permanent magnet synchronous
Power output
  • 200 kW (272 PS; 268 hp)
  • 315 kW (428 PS; 422 hp) (Brabus)
Transmission1-speed direct-drive
Battery66 kWh nickel-cobalt-manganese[4]
Electric range420–440 km (260–270 mi) (WLTP)
Plug-in charging22 kW (AC)
150 kW (DC)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,750 mm (108.3 in)
Length4,270 mm (168.1 in)
Width1,822 mm (71.7 in)
Height1,636 mm (64.4 in)
Kerb weight1,820 kg (4,012 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorSmart EQ Forfour

The Smart #1 (stylised as "smart #1") is a battery electric subcompact crossover SUV developed and produced by Smart Automobile, a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz Group and Geely Holding. It is the first vehicle produced by the joint venture. The model is based on the Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) electric vehicle platform developed by Geely.[5][6][7] In China, the model is marketed as the Smart Jingling #1 (Chinese: 精灵#1; lit. 'Elf #1').

Overview

The production version was unveiled on 7 April 2022.[8][9] It was developed under the codename HX11, with Mercedes-Benz providing the design while Geely handled engineering and production.[10][11]

Prices for the European market were announced in September 2022.[12]

#1 Brabus

A performance version with the Brabus branding was unveiled in August 2022. Exterior changes includes red accents on the bumpers, intakes, door sills, mirror caps, roof and improved brake calipers to handle the extra power, and a matte gray exterior finish and black emblems.[13][14] It is powered by an additional 115 kW (156 PS; 154 hp) electric motor in the front to form an all-wheel drive layout, producing a total output of 315 kW (428 PS; 422 hp) with a claimed 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) figure of 3.9 seconds. The range is decreased to 400 km (249 mi). It was released in Europe in September 2022.[15]

Safety

In autumn 2022, the Smart #1 was tested for automotive safety by Euro NCAP. It received five stars out of a possible five.[16]

Concept

The vehicle was previewed by the Concept #1, which was showcased at the 2021 International Motor Show Germany (IAA) in September 2021.[17][18]

References

  1. ^ Zhang, Phate (April 27, 2022). "Smart #1 launched in China, gets over 10,000 pre-orders in 24 hours". CnEVPost.
  2. ^ "Smart teases compact electric SUV to be built in China". Automotive News Europe. 2021-05-25. Retrieved 2022-02-11.
  3. ^ "008668594-0021". EUIPO. Retrieved 2022-04-08.
  4. ^ Panait, Mircea (2022-04-07). "smart #1 Revealed With Five Seats, 66-kWh Battery, 272 PS, RWD". autoevolution. Retrieved 2022-04-08.
  5. ^ Brodie, James (2022-02-10). "Smart #1 name confirmed for 2022 electric compact SUV". Auto Express. Retrieved 2022-02-11.
  6. ^ Bruce, Chris (2022-02-10). "Smart #1 Is Really The Name Of This New Crossover EV". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2022-02-11.
  7. ^ Page, Felix (2022-02-10). "New Smart #1 electric crossover confirmed for 2022 launch". Autocar. Retrieved 2022-02-11.
  8. ^ "New Smart #1 is 268bhp spearhead for brand's all-EV relaunch". Autocar. Retrieved 2022-04-08.
  9. ^ "smart celebrates the start of tomorrow's mobility today with the world premiere of the all-new compact SUV – smart #1". smart celebrates the start of tomorrow's mobility today with the world premiere of the all-new compact SUV – smart #1. Retrieved 2022-04-08.
  10. ^ "Geely Group future models - Lotus, Lynk & Co, smart and Proton". Just Auto. 2022-04-14. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  11. ^ "Smart #1 small EV signals Mercedes-Geely brand's reboot". Automotive News Europe. 2022-04-08. Retrieved 2022-08-15.
  12. ^ "Smart announces prices for the #1". electrive.com. 2022-09-28. Retrieved 2022-09-29.
  13. ^ "Smart #1 Brabus Shows Its Sporty Side Ahead Of August 26 Debut". Carscoops. Retrieved 2022-08-18.
  14. ^ "2023 Smart #1 Brabus Packs A 422 HP Punch Despite Subtle Looks". Carscoops. August 27, 2022.
  15. ^ "New Smart #1 EV SUV revealed in 428hp Brabus trim: price, specs and release date". carwow.co.uk. Retrieved 2022-09-29.
  16. ^ Stefan Leichsenring (2022-11-16). "EuroNCAP-Crashtests von Tesla Model S, Nio ET7 und vielen anderen". Insideevs.de. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
  17. ^ "Premiere of the smart Concept #1: preview of the first series-production model of the new smart generation". Smart. Retrieved 2022-02-11.
  18. ^ Padeanu, Adrian (2021-09-06). "Smart Concept #1 Arrives In Munich As Not-So-Small Electric Crossover". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2022-02-11.

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