Smart Launches #1 and #3 Electric SUVs in Australia, Price and Specs Detailed

Smart, once synonymous with tiny, fuel-efficient city cars, has relaunched in Australia with two new electric SUV offerings: the Smart #1 and Smart #3, with prices starting from $54,900 and $57,900 plus on-road costs respectively. Smart is targeting the entry level of the premium market and will compete with new entrants like Zeekr and more established brands like Mini.

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Developed through a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Geely (the parent company of Volvo and Polestar), they are built on a shared dedicated EV platform with other models, including Volvo's EX30 and the Zeekr X. Smart electric cars are designed in Germany and manufactured in China.

Both models will commence deliveries in September and are being distributed in Australia exclusively by LHS Auto and sold through existing Mercedes-Benz showrooms

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Smart #1 Pricing, Key Specs, Features

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The Smart #1 is a sub compact SUV focused on family driving in the city. It measures 4,270mm long, 1,822 mm wide and 1,636 mm high.

Built on the same dedicated EV Platform as the Volvo EX30 and Zeekr X (Geely SEA2), the Smart #1 will offer two powertrain options. All variants share a 66kWh NMC battery, capable of WLTP driving range of up to 420km.

It will be available in three variants:

• Pro+ – $54,900 before on-roads
• Premium – $58,900 before on-roads
• Brabus – $67,900 before on-roads

The Pro+ and Premium are powered by a single rear motor which produces up to 200kW of power and torque of 343 Nm. This helps propel it from 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The all-wheel drive Brabus variant adds an additional front motor producing up to 315kW of power and torque of 543 Nm. This propels it from 0-100 km/h in a rapid 3.9 seconds. The Brabus includes unique design elements in addition to the more powerful drivetrain.

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Smart #3 Pricing and Key Specs, Features

The Smart #3 is a small SUV, providing a bigger sportier alternative to the #1. It measures 4,440mm long, 1,844 mm wide and 1,556 mm high. It is similar in size to the incoming Zeekr X and popular BYD Atto 3.

It is built on the same dedicated EV Platform and offer two powertrain options. All variants share a 66kWh NMC battery, capable of WLTP driving range of up to 435km.

• Pro+ – $57,900 before on-roads
• Premium – $61,900 before on-roads
• Brabus – $70,900 before on-roads

The Pro+ and Premium are powered by a single rear motor which produces up to 200kW of power and torque of 343Nm. This helps this variant propel from 0-100 km/h in a brisk 5.8 seconds.

The all-wheel drive Brabus variants add an additional front motor producing up to 315 kW of power and torque of 543 Nm. This propels it from 0-100 km/h in a rapid 3.7 seconds.

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Smart #1 and #3 Features

Both Smart models mirror the same levels of features across three different trim levels.

Pro+

Pro+ includes:

• 12.8-inch centre touchscreen
• 9.2-inch driver instrument cluster
• 19-inch alloy wheels
• Six-way adjustable driver and front passenger seats
• Panoramic roof
• Advanced intelligent drive
• Drive modes
• Ambient lighting
• PU steering wheel
• Five-speaker sound system
• LED headlights
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Power tailgate

Premium

Premium adds:

• 10-inch head-up display
• Beats sound system
• Improved AC charging
• Matrix LED headlights
• Leather upholstery

Brabus

Brabus adds:

• Sports exterior body styling
• Brabus drive mode
• Red brake callipers
• Microfiber suede upholstery
• Alcantara steering wheel

Smart Warranty and Servicing

Smart EVs will have a 5 year / 150,000 kilometer car warranty and 8 year / 150,000 kilometer battery warranty.

Book a test drive or purchase a Smart EV here

zecar reporter Neerav Bhatt attended the Australia media launch of SMART #1 and SMART #3 electric cars in Queensland. Here's the full video of the presentation including Media Q&A.