EPISODE · Aug 9, 2026 · 7 MIN
Smart #2: Strategic Comeback
from eMotors: Electric Revolution · host eMotors Electric Revolution
Explore the revival of the quintessential urban microcar in this video covering the all-new Smart #2. After years of expanding into larger segments, Smart is returning to its roots with a two-seater electric vehicle designed for "uncompromised urban capability".This video analyzes the strategic shift and technical innovations behind the #2, including:Design & Heritage: Discover how the collaboration between Mercedes-Benz and Geely has produced a compact 2.75-meter frame that modernizes the classic ForTwo aesthetic.Performance for the City: Learn about the 80hp motor, the 30-35.7 kWh battery providing up to 186 miles (300 km) of range, and a class-leading turning circle of just 6.95m.Market Strategy: Understand how Smart plans to recapture its audience in China and Europe by targeting a price point below €22,500, positioning the #2 as a maneuverable and affordable electric alternative.
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