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Smart Confirms #4 ForFour Successor as Brand Preps #2 City EV for Next Year

Both models use a new GeelyMercedes ultra-compact platform tailored for Europe.

Overview

  • Smart Europe CEO Dirk Adelmann confirmed the four-door #4 will follow the two-seat #2 and act as the successor to the discontinued ForFour.
  • The #2 is slated to launch next year, positioned below the £29,960 #1 at the premium end of the small electric car segment.
  • Adelmann said the Fortwo successor project began in 2019 and arrived three years later than planned due to cost and partner challenges.
  • Smart will deliver a major model-year update with hardware changes for the #1 and #3 in 2026, followed by a larger facelift in 2027.
  • Adelmann hinted at urban-focused hardware for the new EVs, including a possible dual-motor setup and a very small turning circle.