Smart has launched the all-electric #2 Premium in China, with a limited-time starting price of RMB99,900 (approximately RM60,000). The two-seat electric city car offers up to 410km of CLTC range, with first customer deliveries expected in the coming weeks.
The launch took place in Guangzhou on 5 November, following the model’s global premiere at the Paris Motor Show on 12 October. Its official guide price is RMB102,900 (approximately RM62,000), while the introductory price remains available until 30 November.
The limited-run Couture Edition, priced at RMB112,999 (approximately RM68,000), has already sold out in China and European markets where it was offered. The edition is limited to 999 units.
Compact Electric Architecture
The #2 is the first model built on Smart’s new Electric Compact Architecture (ECA). Developed specifically for the car, the platform was designed by engineering teams in China and Europe.
Styled by Mercedes-Benz’s global design team, the electric city car measures 2,751mm long, 1,669mm wide and 1,555mm tall. It has a 1,875mm wheelbase and a kerb-to-kerb turning circle of 6.95 metres.
Power comes from a rear-mounted electric motor producing 60kW and 130Nm. The rear-wheel-drive model accelerates from 0–50km/h in 3.8 seconds and has a top speed of 140km/h.
Smart also uses a five-link rear suspension setup and claims a 50:50 weight distribution.
Battery And Charging
The #2 uses a 35.8kWh lithium iron phosphate battery supplied by CATL. It provides a claimed range of 410km under China’s CLTC testing cycle.
For European models, Smart targets a WLTP range of 290km. The battery supports 10–80% charging in approximately 20 minutes.
Energy consumption is rated at 9.8kWh per 100km.
Interior And Safety Equipment
The cabin features a 12.8-inch central touchscreen and an 8.8-inch digital instrument display. Other equipment includes a seven-speaker Sennheiser sound system and heated front seats.
Luggage capacity starts at 305 litres and increases to 527 litres in its maximum configuration. The lower section of the split tailgate can also fold down into a shelf or seat, with a load capacity of 120kg.
Safety equipment includes a Tridion Cell Evo structure and seven airbags. Its driver assistance systems use five cameras and 12 ultrasonic sensors.
These systems support adaptive cruise control, lane centring and remote parking.
China Launch Offers
Smart’s launch offers run until 30 November. They include a RMB10,000 (approximately RM6,000) trade-in subsidy for existing Smart owners and RMB5,000 (approximately RM3,000) for repeat buyers.
Customers can also receive a RMB3,000 (approximately RM1,800) order incentive. A five-year financing plan with 0% interest for the first two years is also available.
Production is handled by Geely’s Zhejiang Haoqing Automobile Manufacturing facility. The model is intended for China, Europe and other export markets, with European deliveries planned for 2027.
