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{{Short description|Battery electric subcompact crossover SUV}}
{{Use British English|date=August 2024}}
{{For|the European Space Agency satellite|SMART-1}}
{{Correct title|Smart #1|reason=#}}
{{Infobox electric vehicle
| name = Smart #1
| image = Smart ♯1 Premium – f 12022023.jpg
| caption = 
| aka = Smart Jingling #1 (China)
| manufacturer = [[Smart Automobile]]
| production = 2022–present<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://cnevpost.com/2022/04/27/smart-1-launched-in-china-gets-over-10000-pre-orders-in-24-hours/|title=Smart #1 launched in China, gets over 10,000 pre-orders in 24 hours|first=Phate|last=Zhang|date=April 27, 2022|website=CnEVPost}}</ref>
| assembly = China: [[Xi'an, Shaanxi]]<ref>{{cite web|date=2021-05-25|title=Smart teases compact electric SUV to be built in China|url=https://europe.autonews.com/munich-auto-show/smart-teases-compact-electric-suv-be-built-china|access-date=2022-02-11|website=Automotive News Europe|language=en}}</ref>
| designer = Yi Gao and Mohammad Aminiyekta<ref>{{cite web |title=008668594-0021 |url= https://euipo.europa.eu/copla/bulletin/data/detail/rcd/008668594_0021/2021_188|access-date=2022-04-08 |website=[[EUIPO]] }}</ref>
| class = [[Subcompact crossover SUV]] ([[B-segment|B]])
| body_style = 5-door [[SUV]]
| layout = {{ubl
  | [[Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive]]
  | [[Dual-motor, all-wheel-drive|Dual-motor, four-wheel-drive]] (#1 Pulse and Brabus)
  }}
| platform = [[Sustainable Experience Architecture]]
| related = {{ubl
  | [[Smart 3|Smart #3]]
  | [[Zeekr X]]
  | [[Volvo EX30]]
  }}
| motor = 1× or 2× [[permanent magnet synchronous]]
| powerout = {{ubl
  | {{convert|200|kW|PS hp|abbr=on|0}} (RWD)
  | {{convert|315|kW|PS hp|abbr=on|0}} (AWD)
  }}
| transmission = 1-speed direct-drive
| battery = 66 kWh [[Lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxides|NMC]]<ref>{{cite web |last=Panait |first=Mircea |date=2022-04-07 |title=smart #1 Revealed With Five Seats, 66-kWh Battery, 272 PS, RWD |url=https://www.autoevolution.com/news/smart-1-revealed-with-five-seats-66-kwh-battery-272-ps-rwd-185889.html |access-date=2022-04-08 |website=autoevolution |language=en}}</ref>
| electric_range = {{convert|400|–|440|km|mi|abbr=on}} ([[Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure|WLTP]])
| charging = 22 kW ([[Alternating current|AC]])<br>150 kW ([[Direct current|DC]])
| predecessor = [[Smart Forfour|Smart EQ Forfour]]
| wheelbase = {{convert|2750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4270|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1822|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1636|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|1820|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| sp = uk
}}

The '''Smart #1''' (stylised as "smart #1") is a [[Battery electric vehicle|battery electric]] [[subcompact crossover SUV]] developed and produced by [[Smart Automobile]], a joint venture between [[Mercedes-Benz Group]] and [[Geely Holding Group|Geely Holding]]. It is the first vehicle produced by the joint venture. The model is based on the [[Sustainable Experience Architecture]] (SEA) [[Skateboard (automotive platform)|electric vehicle platform]] developed by Geely.<ref>{{cite web|last=Brodie|first=James|date=2022-02-10|title=Smart #1 name confirmed for 2022 electric compact SUV|url=https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/smart/357322/smart-1-name-confirmed-2023-compact-electric-suv|access-date=2022-02-11|website=Auto Express|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=Bruce|first=Chris|date=2022-02-10|title=Smart #1 Is Really The Name Of This New Crossover EV|url=https://www.motor1.com/news/566703/smart-1-ev-name-debut/|access-date=2022-02-11|website=Motor1.com|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|last=Page|first=Felix|date=2022-02-10|title=New Smart #1 electric crossover confirmed for 2022 launch|url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-smart-1-electric-crossover-confirmed-2022-launch|access-date=2022-02-11|website=Autocar|language=en}}</ref> In China, the model is marketed as the '''Smart Jingling #1''' ({{zh|s=精灵#1|t=|p=Jingling Yihao|c=|l=Elf #1}}).

==Overview==
The production version was unveiled on 7 April 2022.<ref>{{cite web |title=New Smart #1 is 268bhp spearhead for brand's all-EV relaunch |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-smart-1-268bhp-spearhead-brands-all-ev-relaunch |access-date=2022-04-08 |website=Autocar |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=smart celebrates the start of tomorrow's mobility today with the world premiere of the all-new compact SUV – smart #1 |url=https://media.smart.com/eu/smart-celebrates-the-start-of-tomorrows-mobility-today-with-the-world-premiere-of-the-all-new-compact-suv--smart-1/ |access-date=2022-04-08 |website=smart celebrates the start of tomorrow's mobility today with the world premiere of the all-new compact SUV – smart #1 |language=en}}</ref> It was developed under the codename HX11, with Mercedes-Benz providing the design while Geely handled engineering and production.<ref>{{cite web |date=2022-04-14 |title=Geely Group future models - Lotus, Lynk & Co, smart and Proton |url=https://www.just-auto.com/features/geely-group-future-models-lotus-lynk-co-smart-and-proton/ |access-date=2022-04-23 |website=Just Auto |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |date=2022-04-08 |title=Smart #1 small EV signals Mercedes-Geely brand's reboot |url=https://europe.autonews.com/cars-concepts/smart-1-small-ev-signals-mercedes-geely-brands-reboot |access-date=2022-08-15 |website=Automotive News Europe |language=en}}</ref>

Prices for the European market were announced in September 2022.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-09-28 |title=Smart announces prices for the #1 |url=https://www.electrive.com/2022/09/28/smart-announces-prices-for-the-1/ |access-date=2022-09-29 |website=electrive.com |language=en-US}}</ref>
<gallery widths="200" heights="130">
File:Smart ♯1 Premium – h 12022023.jpg|Rear view
File:Smart ♯1 1X7A7032.jpg|Interior
</gallery>

=== Concept Car ===
The vehicle was previewed by the Concept #1, which was showcased at the [[International Motor Show Germany#2021|2021 International Motor Show Germany]] (IAA) on September 5 in Munich, with features like concealed electric door handles, frameless doors, and a floating halo roof.<ref>{{cite web |title=Premiere of the smart Concept #1: preview of the first series-production model of the new smart generation |url=https://media.smart.com/eu/premiere-of-the-smart-concept-1-preview-of-the-first-series-production-model-of-the-new-smart-generation/ |access-date=2022-02-11 |website=Smart |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last=Padeanu |first=Adrian |date=2021-09-06 |title=Smart Concept #1 Arrives In Munich As Not-So-Small Electric Crossover |url=https://www.motor1.com/news/531092/smart-concept-1-munich-reveal/ |access-date=2022-02-11 |website=Motor1.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=smart celebrates world premiere of the Concept #1 at IAA MOBILITY 2021 |url=https://media.smart.com/eu/smart-celebrates-world-premiere-of-the-smart-concept-1-at-iaa-mobility-2021/ |access-date=2025-02-21 |website=smart celebrates world premiere of the Concept #1 at IAA MOBILITY 2021 |language=en}}</ref> It has a drag coefficient of 0.29. The concept emphasized digitalization with extensive connectivity features and over-the-air updates.<ref>{{Cite web |title=First sneak peek at concept of new all-electric compact SUV |url=https://media.smart.com/eu/first-sneak-peek-at-concept-of-new-all-electric-compact-suv/ |access-date=2025-02-21 |website=First sneak peek at concept of new all-electric compact SUV |language=en}}</ref><gallery widths="200" heights="120">
File:Smart Concept No.1 IAA 2021 1X7A0181.jpg|Smart Concept #1 Front View
File:Smart Concept No.1 IAA 2021 1X7A0180.jpg|Smart Concept #1 Rear View
</gallery>

== First generation (2022) ==
The Smart #1 is equipped with a 12.8-inch touchscreen with a customizable user interface and ambient lighting. The vehicle offers connectivity through a dedicated app and an AI-based voice control system. It is powered by a {{Convert|200.|kW|hp PS|abbr=unit}} electric motor. Charging options include 22{{Nbsp}}kW AC charging and DC fast charging. Safety features include advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and a range of safety technologies.

'''Lines:'''

* Pure
* Pure+
* Pro
* Pro+
* Premium
* Pulse
* [[Brabus]]

=== #1 Brabus ===
A performance version with the [[Brabus]] branding was unveiled in August 2022. The edition offers a sportier driving experience with enhanced performance features. Exterior changes includes red accents on the bumpers, intakes, door sills, mirror caps, roof and improved brake calipers to handle the extra power, and a matte grey exterior finish and black emblems.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2022/08/smart-1-brabus-shows-its-sporty-side-ahead-of-august-26-debut/ |title=Smart #1 Brabus Shows Its Sporty Side Ahead Of August 26 Debut |publisher=Carscoops |date= |accessdate=2022-08-18}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.carscoops.com/2022/08/2023-smart-1-brabus-packs-a-422-hp-punch-despite-subtle-looks/|title=2023 Smart #1 Brabus Packs A 422 HP Punch Despite Subtle Looks|date=August 27, 2022|website=Carscoops}}</ref> It is powered by an additional {{convert|115|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} electric motor in the front to form an [[all-wheel drive]] layout, producing a total output of {{convert|315|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} with a claimed {{convert|0-100|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} figure of 3.9 seconds. The range is decreased to {{convert|400|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}. It was released in Europe in September 2022.<ref>{{Cite web |title=New Smart #1 EV SUV revealed in 428hp Brabus trim: price, specs and release date |url=https://www.carwow.co.uk/smart/news/5321/new-smart-ev-electric-eq-suv-price-specs-release-date |access-date=2022-09-29 |website=carwow.co.uk |language=en}}</ref>
<gallery widths="200" heights="150">
File:Smart Hashtag 1 Brabus IMG 9045.jpg|Smart #1 Brabus
File:Smart Hashtag 1 Brabus IMG 9050.jpg|Rear view
File:Smart 1 Brabus 005.jpg|Interior
</gallery>

== Feature Table ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Feature
!Pure
!Pure+
!Pro
!Pro+
!Pulse
!Premium
!BRABUS
|-
|Acceleration (0-100 km/h)
| colspan="4" |6.7s
|4.5 s
|6.7 s
|3.9 s
|-
|Range WLTP combined (km)
|{{convert|310.|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}
|{{convert|420.|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}
|{{convert|310.|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}
|{{convert|420.|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}
|{{convert|400|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}
|{{convert|440.|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}
|{{convert|400|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}
|-
|AC Charging Power up to
|7.4 kW
|22 kW
|7.4 kW
| colspan="4" |22 kW
|-
|DA Charging Power up to
|130 kW
|150 kW
|130 kW
| colspan="4" |150 kW
|-
|Drivetrain
| colspan="4" |RWD, 200 kW
|AWD, 315 kW
|RWD, 200 kW
|AWD, 315 kW
|-
|Parking Sensors
| colspan="2" |4 Rear
| colspan="2" |8 Front and Rear
| colspan="3" |12 Front and Rear
|-
|Parking Camera
| -
| -
| colspan="5" |360-degree
|-
|Parking Assist
| colspan="4" | -
| colspan="3" |Automatic Parking Assist
|-
|CyberSparks LED
| colspan="5" |With Automatic High Beam Assist
| colspan="2" |With Matrix Headlights and Adaptive High Beam
|-
| rowspan="2" |Seats
| colspan="2" |Fabric
| colspan="2" |Man-made Leather
| colspan="2" |Duo Leather
|Microfiber Suede Seats
|-
| colspan="2" | -
| colspan="4" |Electrically Adjustable, Heated Front Seats
|Electrically Adjustable, Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
|-
|Halo Roof
| colspan="2" | -
| colspan="5" |Panoramic Halo Roof
|-
|Logo Projection
| colspan="4" | -
| colspan="3" |Courtesy Lights with Logo Projection
|-
|Wireless Phone Charger
| colspan="2" | -
| colspan="5" |Wireless Phone Charger
|-
|Central Display
| colspan="7" |12.8<nowiki>''</nowiki> Screen with Navigation System
|}

==Safety==
{{Euro NCAP|year=2022|description=smart 1|adult_points=36.6|adult_percent=96|child_points=43.8|child_percent=89|pedestrian_percent=71|pedestrian_points=38.9|safety_points=14.1|safety_percent=88|reference=https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/smart/%231/48000|reference_name=Smart 1 Test Results|overall_stars=5}}

== Sales ==
{| class="wikitable"
!Year
!China
|-
|2024
|32,522<ref>{{Cite web |title=December, 2024 auto sales of smart _in China - Gasgoo |url=https://autonews.gasgoo.com/sales/article/75854.html |access-date=2025-02-21 |website=autonews.gasgoo.com}}</ref>
|}
{{clear}}

==References==
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==External links==
* [https://media.smart.com/eu/smart-officially-unveils-name-for-its-new-generation-of-all-electric-vehicles/ Official press release]

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