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The Smart #1 brings Style and Refinement to Australian EV Drivers

Rear view of the Smart #1 EV in the Electric Car Advice Australia Blog post including the full specifications of the EV.

The Smart #1 is a German designed 100 percent battery electric small SUV perfect as a city run around but capable of the odd longer road trip or weekend away. Bought into Australia by LSH Auto and Smart Automobile Company, a joint venture (JV) agreement between Mercedes-Benz AG and Geely Holding Group. The Smart #1 wraps up a touch of luxury and refinement in a neat little EV package with the following specifications:

Powertrain and Performance

Pro+ and Premium model variants:
Single motor electric, rear wheel drive
Power: 200kW
Torque: 343Nm
0-100 km/h: 6.7 in seconds

Brabus model variant:
Dual motor electric, all wheel drive
Power: 315 kW
Torque: 543 Nm
0-100 km/h: 3.9 in seconds

Dimensions

Seating capacity: 5
Length: 4270 mm
Width: 1822 mm
Height: 1636 mm
Wheelbase: 2750 mm
Weight (fully loaded): 2,258 kg to 2,370 kg depending on model variant
Ground clearance: 182 mm
Cargo capacity: 313-323 litres (5 seats useable), 876-886 litres (2 seats useable) depending on model variant
Front boot or frunk under bonnet: 15 litres, small so only suitable for charge cable storage.

Battery, Range and Efficiency

Battery: 66 kWh lithium nickel cobalt manganese (NMC) battery chemistry for all model variants
Range: Pro+ model provides 420 km WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle) or approx. 375 km in real world conditions.
Premium model provides 440 km WLTP range
Brabus model provides 400 km WLTP or 355 km real world range

Efficiency: Pro+ model consumes 17 kWh/100km of energy under test conditions
Premium model 16.7 kWh/100km
Brabus model 17.9 kWh/100km

Charging

Ability: Pro+ model capable of a maximum 7.4 kW AC (Level 2) and 150 kW on DC rapid charging
Premium and Brabus models capable of a maximum 22 kW AC (Level 2) and 150 kW on DC rapid charging
Time: Pro+ model – AC fast charge 10-80% in approx. 7.5 hours, DC rapid charge in approx. 30 minuets
Premium and Brabus models – AC fast charge 10-80% in approx. 3 -4.5 hours depending on charge rate, DC rapid charge in approx. 30 minuets

Key Features

All models:
5 star NCAP rating
Advanced intelligent driving and Smart autopilot
Panoramic sunroof
Apple Car play and Android auto wireless connection
Powered Tailgate
Premium model includes these additions:
Illuminated door handles
Matrix Headlights
Illuminated stainless steel treadplates
Duo leather seats
10-inch head up display
Brabus model includes these additions/options:
Brabus drive/sport mode and body styling
Red painted brake callipers
Microfibre suede seat material

Note: Vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability is NOT available on the Australian model.

Price

The Smart #1 models are priced as below driveaway in January 2025:
Pro+: approx. $54,900
Premium: approx. $58,900
Brabus: approx. $67,900

Warranty

Australian model Smart hashtag 1 features a 5 year or 150,000 km vehicle warranty, whichever comes first and a 8 year/150,000 km traction battery warranty

Towing capability

Towing capacity: unbraked trailers 750 kg or 1,600 kg for braked trailers, caravans and boats for all Smart #1 models

Tyres and wheels

Nineteen (19) inch wheels are standard on all Smart #1 models with 235×45 R19 tyres fitted

Front view of the Smart #1 EV in the Electric Car Advice Australia Blog post including the full specifications of the EV.



Photo credits: Smart Automobile
Information is compiled from publicly available information from multiple sources. While attempts are made to be validate, accuracy is not guaranteed.

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