Premiere in Paris: This is how Smart brings back the microcar
With the new #2, the brand is bringing back the electric two-seater. It remains true to the Fortwo concept, but offers more range and an affordable entry price.
Paris. Smart is returning to its roots. After expanding its model lineup with increasingly larger vehicles in recent years, the brand is bringing back the classic two-seater that once symbolized the company. This decision was evident during the world premiere of the new Smart #2 at the Paris Auto Show (until October 18th). Two key figures who have profoundly shaped the brand's history, former Smart CEO Annette Winkler and Johann Tomforde, one of the Ur-Smart's intellectual fathers, attended the event.
Their appearance underscored the company's message: Smart intends to be more "Smart" again in some aspects. The electrically powered city dwarf, which only features exclusively from 2024, closely follows the discontinued Fortwo, offering greater everyday practicality thanks to modern technology. Financially, Smart remains grounded, with the new model starting at 19,990 euros.
The new Smart adheres to the proven Fortwo concept: The #2 is a super-short two-seater with just two seats. At 2.75 meters in length, it's only slightly larger than its predecessor, providing significant benefits to users when searching for parking spots in narrow city quarters.
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