Smart is officially going back to what made the brand famous in the first place. The company has revealed the new Concept #2, a tiny electric city car that is set to become the spiritual successor to the iconic ForTwo.
For years, Smart built its reputation on creating some of the smallest and most practical cars for crowded cities. But after the brand became a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Geely in 2019, its models gradually became larger and more SUV-focused.
Now, Smart is returning to its roots with a car that once again puts compact dimensions at the center of the experience.
The new Smart #2 keeps the classic city-car formula alive with a length of around 2.7 meters, making it much smaller than most modern electric cars and even smaller than rivals like the new Renault Twingo.
Despite its tiny size, the design looks much more modern and confident than the old ForTwo. It features short overhangs, muscular wheel arches, and a futuristic look that still carries a noticeable Mercedes-Benz influence, even though the car is now being developed and built in China.
Unlike the old Smart models, the new #2 is built from the ground up as a fully electric vehicle using a dedicated EV platform.
One of the biggest complaints about the old EQ ForTwo was its limited range. Smart says the new #2 is targeting around 300 km on a full charge, which is more than double what the previous model offered.
Charging has also improved dramatically. According to Smart, the battery can go from 10% to 80% in under 20 minutes, making it much easier to live with in everyday city driving.
The Smart #2 will also support Vehicle-to-Load technology, meaning owners will be able to use the car to power small devices, electronics, or even outdoor equipment.
Most importantly, this is not just a concept car designed to grab attention. Smart has already confirmed that the production version will be revealed in October at the 2026 Paris Motor Show.
At a time when cars continue to get bigger, heavier, and more expensive, the Smart #2 feels like a refreshing reminder that small city cars still have a place. If Smart can keep the price reasonable, this tiny EV could end up becoming one of the most interesting urban cars on the market.
