smart Concept #2 Debuts at Global Brand Event with “Change of Perspectives”
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The smart Concept #2 makes its global debut with unconventional design aesthetics, previewing the reinvention of the iconic two-seater city car.
The world premiere of the production model smart #2 is planned to take place in the European metropolis Paris this October.
At its Global Brand Event 2026 in Beijing, the brand also presents the smart #6 EHD as its first-ever premium fastback sedan with advanced long-range Electric Hybrid Drive technology for the Chinese market.
April 22, 2026, Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany. smart, the contemporary premium EV brand, marked a new chapter in its evolution at the smart Global Brand Event held in Beijing today. Spotlighted by the highly anticipated global debut of the smart Concept #21 and the world premiere of the smart #6 EHD2, the event under the motto “Change of Perspectives” showcased how smart is actively accelerating its expansion planning. With a design-focused exhibition and presentation, the international executives of the brand emphasized the strategic growth of its product portfolio from three to five models this year on a global scale.
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Alongside the acclaimed smart #1, #3, and #5, the entire portfolio seamlessly blends smart's intelligent premium engineering with the signature styling of the Mercedes-Benz Global Design Team. Distinct in character yet united in spirit, every model in the smart family embodies the brand's core DNA. With an open invitation to a change of perspectives, smart is inspiring a global community to break free from the traditional constraints of urban mobility and redefine an open-minded lifestyle with convenience, independence and sustainability.
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Unconventional. Again. smart Concept #2 Debut
In an exciting global first, smart unveiled the smart Concept #2, the first physical expression of the highly anticipated all-electric smart #2. Guided by the brand's overarching design philosophy of "Love, Pure, Unexpected," the Concept #2 is exclusively styled by the Mercedes-Benz Global Design Team. Adopting a unique "Function becomes Fashion" lens, it elevates the city car beyond mere utility. Reduced to its essence, the pure and compact silhouette serves as an effortless canvas for individuality. This is consistently brought to life through generous volumes, a striking matte white and warm gold two-tone palette, and fine leather hardware, while hidden, unexpected details playfully emerge beneath translucent surfaces. Engineered on smart's all-new, self-developed proprietary Electric Compact Architecture (ECA), the upcoming series-production model smart #2 will represent the reinvention of the ultimate two-seater city car.
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For me personally, it is a very special moment to present the smart Concept #2 as the first concrete outlook on the reinvention of our iconic two-seater. The Global Brand Event marks an important starting point for this new chapter of smart, which will culminate in a strong peak in Europe this autumn. The Concept #2 combines the creativity and passion of our Mercedes-Benz design team and provides a clear vision of the future qualities of the smart #2. It is a vehicle shaped by the way European smart customers truly live and move — effortless, agile, and efficient.
Wolfgang Ufer, CEO smart Europe
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We believe a city car should be more than a problem solver; it should spark joy. Carrying the heritage of the fortwo's iconic design, the Concept #2 translates our bold personality into a new era where 'Function becomes Fashion.' It is not only about clever practicality but serves as a true extension of personal identity.
Kai Sieber, Mercedes-Benz Design, Head of Design smart
Beyond its iconic aesthetic, the Concept #2 was created to illustrate how to deliver uncompromised urban capability. The design concept model features smart's signature "wheels-at-the-corners" setup, brilliantly maximizing interior space within just 2,792mm of total length. The smart Concept #2 also showcases unmatched agility with a tight 6,95-meter turning circle for effortless city manoeuvring.
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The unconventional statement for creativity is designed to be powered by smart’s advanced and newly developed ECA platform, which will set new standards for modern electric performance. With the Concept #2, the brand envisions an electric range of up to nearly 300 kilometres3 and DC fast-charging that would charge from 10% to 80% power in under 20 minutes. Also part of the design concept model are innovative Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capabilities that keep modern urban lifestyles fully charged on the go. Highly anticipated by urban drivers around the globe, the production model of the smart #2 as the new fortwo is set to make its world premiere at the Paris Motor Show in October 2026.
A Segment Trendsetter for China: smart #6 EHD World Premiere
Marking smart’s first entry into the premium fastback sedan segment, the #6 EHD made its world premiere at the Global Brand Event 2026, and will be launching exclusively in China. Created by the Mercedes-Benz Global Design Team, the smart #6 EHD pairs executive-level spaciousness with a sleek, aerodynamic silhouette inspired by a shark, delivering a presence that is elegant at rest and razor-sharp in motion.
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Styled by Mercedes-Benz in Europe and intelligently crafted in China, smart now brings its contemporary premium NEV vehicles to 40 markets globally. This rapid expansion is driven by the brand's advancing technological capabilities, a diversified product portfolio, and a seamless network of trusted partners. Building on a strong presence in China and global markets, the customer service brand smart care will launch across Europe from mid-year, delivering reliable, convenient, and mindful service to all customers. With this confident global footprint, smart continues to inspire people worldwide to embrace a Change of Perspectives.
The smart press conference at Auto Beijing 2026 is scheduled for 11:40–12:00 on April 24 at Booth E404. Visitors will be able to experience the expanded smart lineup and explore the brand’s vision for a new era of premium NEV mobility.
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