After major adjustments, smart brand continues to surprise. Recently, smart launched its first pure electric mid-size SUV. Its size impresses, and its “urban and wild” design stands out. The new car includes leading technologies, such as an 800V platform, 4C ultra-fast charging, and an AMD V2000 high-performance chip. These features attract many young consumers. This issue of “Car Buying Guide” provides tips for purchasing the new car.
Smart released four models of the Smart #5. Prices range from 239,900 to 368,000 yuan (50820$). The official launch includes various limited-time benefits. These benefits feature prices from 229,900 to 368,000 yuan (50820$). Customers can enjoy a maximum discount of 64,990 yuan (8970$) on the deposit. I. Model Description
The Smart #5 combines outdoor adventure with urban style. The front headlights stand out with a unique design featuring a matrix layout. Notably, higher trims offer an optional full-color laser projector, reaching 233 inches with 1080P display quality. The rear design is rounded and full, with a narrower top and wider bottom for a more stable appearance. The taillights echo the headlights and are highly recognizable. The new model measures 4705mm in length and has a wheelbase of 2900mm.
The base model features 19-inch StarTrace wheels with 245/50 R19 tires. The second-lowest and second-highest trims come with 20-inch Galaxy wheels and 255/45 R20 tires. The top model offers exclusive 20-inch CoreSpin wheels, also with 255/45 R20 tires.
All models, except the top trim, come with particle white body color as standard. The base model offers optional colors: silent black and cyber silver for an additional 5,000 yuan (690$). The second-lowest and second-highest trims can also add laser red, time green, amber brown, and flowing sand gold. The top trim features the exclusive secret green color.
The new car’s interior design differs from other models in the family. The all-digital instrument panel, the integrated screen for the center console and passenger side, and the AR-HUD head-up display significantly enhance the car’s tech feel. The car features a desktop-level AMD V2000 chip. This chip’s computing power is nearly double that of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295, resulting in much smoother operation.
The new car offers two versions: single motor and dual motor. The single motor versions have total powers of 250 kW and 267 kW. The dual motor version has a total power of 475 kW. The CLTC electric range reaches 570 km, 580 km, and 740 km.