Smart 3
Battery electric compact crossover SUV
The Smart #3 (stylised as "smart #3") is a battery electric compact crossover SUV developed and produced by Smart Automobile, a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz Group and Geely Holding. It is the second vehicle produced by the joint venture. The model is based on the Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) electric vehicle platform developed by Geely. In China, the model is marketed as the Smart Jingling #3 (Chinese: 精灵#3; pinyin: Jingling Sanhao; lit. 'Elf #3').
01Overview
The Smart #3 debuted on 17 April 2023 at the Auto Shanghai show. The model had its European premiere at the IAA in September 2023, with sales there to begin in early 2024.
02Technology
The #3 is based on the Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) electric vehicle platform developed by Geely. The rear motor produces 200 kW (272 PS) and offers a torque of 343 Nm. The additional front motor, which is reserved for the Brabus version of the #3, produces 115 kW (156 PS). A nickel-manganese-cobalt battery with an energy capacity of 66 kWh enables a range of 415 to 455 km according to WLTP. The alternating current charging power of the onboard charger is 22 kW. Direct current charging is possible with a power output of up to 150 kW, allowing the vehicle to be charged from 10 to 80% in less than 30 minutes. A base model with a 49-kWh lithium iron phosphate battery and slightly lower charging performance was also introduced with a slight delay. In addition to a conventional trunk with 370 liters of storage space, the Smart #3, like some other electric car models, has a small front storage compartment (so-called frunk) with a capacity of 15 liters.
Technical specifications
| #3 | #3 Brabus | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Production period | since 06/2023 | ||
| Engine specifications | |||
| Engine type | Electric motor rear | Electric motor front and rear | |
| Motor design | Permanent magnet synchronous motor | ||
| Max. power | 200 kW (272 PS) | 315 kW (428 PS) | |
| Max. torque | 343 Nm | 543 Nm | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Drive configuration | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | |
| Transmission | Single-speed fixed gear | ||
| Battery | |||
| Cell chemistry | LFP | NMC | |
| Energy capacity | 49 kWh | 66 kWh | |
| Performance | |||
| Range according to WLTP | 325 km (202 mi) | 435-455 km (270-283 mi) | 415 km (258 mi) |
| Energy consumption per 100 km (WLTP, combined) |
17.2 kWh | 16.3-16.8 kWh | 17.6 kWh |
| Acceleration, 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | 5.8 s | 3.7 s | |
| Top speed | 180 km/h (112 mph) | ||
| Max. charging power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 22 kW | |
| Max. charging power (DC) | 130 kW | 150 kW | |
| Curb weight | 1,780 kg (3,924 lb) | 1,780-1,810 kg (3,924-3,990 lb) | 1,910 kg (4,211 lb) |
03Safety
| Test | Points | % |
|---|---|---|
| Overall: | ||
| Adult occupant: | 36.25 | 90% |
| Child occupant: | 42.13 | 85% |
| Pedestrian: | 52.98 | 84% |
| Safety assist: | 15.51 | 86% |
| Test | Points | % |
|---|---|---|
| Overall: | ||
| Adult occupant: | 36.3 | 90% |
| Child occupant: | 42.3 | 86% |
| Pedestrian: | 53 | 84% |
| Safety assist: | 15.4 | 85% |
04Sales
| Year | China |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 8,208 |
| 2024 | 9,538 |
| 2025 | 4,428 |
Sources and credits
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