The Smart brand has unveiled its new #5 model at a world premiere event in Byron Bay, Australia. The third vehicle in the brand’s all-electric portfolio, the #5 sees Smart enter the premium mid-size SUV segment.
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Alongside the #1 and #3, the Smart #5 offers a premium SUV experience equipped with electric drive, ADAS technologies and a ‘seamless, intelligent cockpit’.
Dirk Adelmann, CEO of Smart Europe said: “We are delighted to present our first-ever mid-size premium SUV, the all-new Smart #5, to the world. With this new vehicle, we are expanding into a new market segment, reflecting our commitment to quality, innovation, and addressing the evolving requirements of our customers. As we continue to broaden our product lineup, we remain focused on providing diverse mobility solutions that cater to different lifestyles and preferences in Europe and around the globe. This vehicle represents not only a new level of premium for Smart but also an opportunity to explore new possibilities in the realm of electric mobility.”
Smart is a JV between Mercedes-Benz and Geely (established in 2019). The cars are made in China on a Geely platform, but the plan is for them to be marketed globally with Europe identified as a key market.
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