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Smart Confirms #2 Electric Two-Seater for Late-2026 Debut

Mercedes leads design with Geely building in China for Europe, targeting at least a doubled range over the Fortwo as development nears completion.

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Smart bringt den Fortwo als #2 zurück
Der #2 kommt: Smart bestätigt Fortwo-Nachfolger

Overview

  • Smart officially announced the ultracompact #2 as the Fortwo successor, with a premiere planned for the end of 2026 and market entry expected no earlier than 2027.
  • The model is a fully electric two-seater aimed at the A-segment and Europe-first markets, previewed with shadowed teaser images.
  • Design is being handled by Mercedes‑Benz while production will take place at Geely facilities in China under the 50/50 joint venture.
  • The car is in its final design and development phase on a new Electric Compact Architecture created for small EVs.
  • Executives target at least double the Fortwo’s last rated range of about 130 km, and pricing is signaled in the lower €20,000s though some reports project closer to €25,000.