Josh Nevett
Why Smart doesn't want to be held down by its tiny car roots
Smart is veering away from tiny cars with its new range of electric SUVs, but the brand claims its DNA remains intact.
2 Years Ago
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Josh Nevett
Smart #5: Tesla Model Y rival launched with built-in bedding, cinema
Smart has unveiled its largest ever model, the new #5 – a mid-sized electric SUV built for the great outdoors.
2 Years Ago
Jordan Mulach
Smart debuting Model Y rival in Australia as it abandons tiny car roots
The Tesla Model Y-sized Smart #5’s unveiling will happen later this month in Australia, putting the brand’s tiny car history behind it.
2 Years Ago
Jordan Mulach
2025 Smart #1 and #3: Electric SUVs priced for Australia
The return of Smart to Australia will see the #1 and #3 electric SUVs offered in three variants each, ranging from $54,900 to $70,900.
2 Years Ago
William Stopford
Are Chinese EVs, PHEVs well-built? BYD, Zeekr star in quality study
Buyers of Chinese plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles are complaining more about their cars' infotainment and driver assist systems.
2 Years Ago
Max Davies
Smart's electric SUVs one step closer to Australia
Smart is returning to Australia this year with a pair of electric SUVs, and they've now been approved for sale in a range of different configurations each.
2 Years Ago
Max Davies
Smart #5 electric SUV is brand's largest, most powerful car ever
City car specialist Smart is venturing into new territory with a mid-sized electric SUV that'll offer up to 475kW of power.
2 Years Ago
Jordan Mulach
Quirky Smart brand confirms Australian return with electric SUVs
Smart cars haven't been sold in local showrooms since 2015, but the now-electric SUV maker confirmed its Down Under revival is coming soon.
2 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Off-road concept previews largest Smart ever
The Smart Concept #5 is an all-terrain mid-size crossover with plenty of off-road kit and a claimed range of more than 550km.
2 Years Ago
Eilidh McNaughton
Smart #3 electric SUV leaked in China
A Smart has never been so large, with the Mercedes-Benz EQA-sized #3 electric SUV leaked in China ahead of a 2023 reveal.
4 Years Ago
Jack Quick
2023 Smart #1 Brabus EV revealed with over 300kW
The Smart #1 Brabus Performance Edition continues ties with the German tuning firm and is powered by a dual-motor all-wheel drive setup.
4 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Smart #1 Brabus confirmed for August 26 reveal
Smart is continuing its ties with German tuning firm Brabus with a hotter version of its #1 all-electric crossover.
4 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Hotter Smart #1 EV with potential Brabus badging teased
A sporty version of the Smart #1 all-electric crossover has been teased making sporty electric sounds and having a number of red accents.
4 Years Ago
Vivek Shah
Smart: Where is it now?
Popularly known as a city car specialist and manufacturer of the tiny ForTwo, vehicles from Smart have evolved significantly.
4 Years Ago
Derek Fung
2023 Smart #1 unveiled
The Smart #1 crossover is the brand's first vehicle developed under the joint ownership of Mercedes-Benz and Geely.
4 Years Ago
Jack Quick
2023 Smart #1 teased ahead of April 7 reveal
Smart's first ever crossover will be globally revealed on April 7, 2022 and debuts a brand new design language.
4 Years Ago
