Smart #2 concept revives the spirit of the original ForTwo
Smart #2 concept brings the brand back to compact city cars
Smart #2 concept revives the spirit of the original ForTwo
Smart has unveiled the #2 concept, a compact city EV positioned as the spiritual successor to the ForTwo, with up to 300 km of range and fast-charging capability.
2026-04-22T17:26:02+03:00
2026-04-22T17:26:02+03:00
2026-04-22T17:26:02+03:00
Smart is returning to its roots with the unveiling of the Smart #2 concept, effectively the successor to the iconic ForTwo. Aimed squarely at urban use, the newcomer promises up to 300 km of range — more than double that of the previous generation.Smart returns to compact carsSince the brand came under the control of Mercedes and Geely, the Smart lineup has grown noticeably, expanding to include crossovers and even sedans. The new #2, however, revives the philosophy of the ultra-compact city car. It features a two-door body, short overhangs and familiar proportions that echo the original late-1990s ForTwo.Technology and capabilitiesThe Smart #2 rides on the new ECA electric platform and was conceived from the outset as an EV. Claimed range is around 300 km, which is more than twice the figure posted by the old EQ ForTwo.Fast charging is also expected, with a 10 to 80% top-up taking less than 20 minutes. The car also gets V2L functionality, allowing it to power external devices.Market position and outlookDespite the global shift toward larger SUVs, Smart is betting on the compact segment. The new #2 will be one of the smallest electric cars in Europe and is set to rival models such as the Renault Twingo and urban EVs from Chinese brands.The production version is due to debut in autumn 2026, with the car aimed first and foremost at dense urban environments.
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Smart #2 concept brings the brand back to compact city cars
Smart has unveiled the #2 concept, a compact city EV positioned as the spiritual successor to the ForTwo, with up to 300 km of range and fast-charging capability.
Michael Powers, Editor
Smart is returning to its roots with the unveiling of the Smart #2 concept, effectively the successor to the iconic ForTwo. Aimed squarely at urban use, the newcomer promises up to 300 km of range — more than double that of the previous generation.
Smart returns to compact cars
Since the brand came under the control of Mercedes and Geely, the Smart lineup has grown noticeably, expanding to include crossovers and even sedans. The new #2, however, revives the philosophy of the ultra-compact city car. It features a two-door body, short overhangs and familiar proportions that echo the original late-1990s ForTwo.
Technology and capabilities
The Smart #2 rides on the new ECA electric platform and was conceived from the outset as an EV. Claimed range is around 300 km, which is more than twice the figure posted by the old EQ ForTwo.
Fast charging is also expected, with a 10 to 80% top-up taking less than 20 minutes. The car also gets V2L functionality, allowing it to power external devices.
Market position and outlook
Despite the global shift toward larger SUVs, Smart is betting on the compact segment. The new #2 will be one of the smallest electric cars in Europe and is set to rival models such as the Renault Twingo and urban EVs from Chinese brands.
The production version is due to debut in autumn 2026, with the car aimed first and foremost at dense urban environments.
