Smart 3


The Smart #3 is a Battery [electric vehicle|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 platform|Sustainable Experience Architecture] electric vehicle platform developed by Geely. In China, the model is marketed as the Smart Jingling #3.

Overview

The Smart #3 debuted on 17 April 2023 at the Auto Shanghai show. The model had its European premiere at the International [Motor Show Germany|IAA] in September 2023, with sales there to begin in early 2024.

Technology

The #3 is based on the Sustainable Experience Architecture electric vehicle platform developed by Geely. The rear motor produces 200 kW and offers a torque of 343 Nm. The additional front motor, which is reserved for the Brabus version of the #3, produces 115 kW. A nickel-manganese-cobalt battery with an energy capacity of 66 kWh enables a range of 415 to 455 km according to Worldwide harmonized Light [vehicles Test Procedure|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 with a capacity of 15 liters.