smart #1 pairs electric front seats with a useful head-up display

The smart #1 keeps its SUV footprint compact, making its size relevant to Hong Kong's tight parking spaces. At 4.27 metres long, it leaves useful scope for fitting into shorter bays, although its 1.82-metre width still calls for care when leaving room to open the doors.

Everyday convenience is a clear strength of the cabin. Electric adjustment for both front seats helps occupants find a suitable seating position, while dual-zone climate control lets the driver and front passenger choose their own temperatures. Rear air vents also give passengers a direct supply of cooled air. For the driver, the head-up display brings driving information closer to the forward line of sight, and wireless phone charging keeps a charging cable out of the routine.

The electric motor's 203kW and 343Nm give this variant a performance brief that extends beyond low-speed commuting. Its official 6.7-second 0–100km/h time makes it a relevant option for buyers who want acceleration to be part of their everyday EV's appeal, alongside its practical SUV format.

Five seats give the smart #1 the seating capacity for family journeys or taking friends along. Its 2,750mm wheelbase provides a useful foundation for passenger accommodation within a compact SUV, making everyday passenger carrying a central part of its appeal.

The safety package addresses both collision avoidance and occupant protection. Automatic emergency braking and front cross-traffic braking can intervene in potential hazards ahead, while lane-keeping assistance helps with lane positioning. Front and side airbags, curtain airbags and a front centre airbag provide protection in several directions. Child-seat mounting points add a practical benefit for families fitting a child restraint.

An official WLTC range of 440km gives this electric SUV useful scope for combining commuting with other journeys between charges. For Hong Kong buyers, that makes it suited to planning charging around a regular home or workplace routine. Actual distance between charges varies with traffic, air-conditioning use and driving conditions.