The smart #2 has made its world premiere, bringing back the brand’s tiny two-seat city car as a battery-electric model. smart’s UK announcement puts it below £20,000 and says pre-orders are expected to open in spring 2027. The car is still going through type approval, so buyers should treat its technical figures as provisional until the final specification is confirmed.
What smart has announced for the UK
The UK range is currently planned around two trims, Pure and Premium, plus a limited Couture Edition. smart says the car is 2,746mm long and has a 6.95-metre turning circle. That compact footprint is the main point: it is designed as a two-seat urban runabout, rather than a small family hatchback.
The UK press release gives a target WLTP range of up to 180 miles from a 35.8kWh LFP battery. It also quotes 65kW DC rapid charging, with a 10-to-80% charge taking 20 minutes, and up to 11kW AC charging. Those are manufacturer figures for a car still awaiting homologation, not independently tested results.
Price and timing: what is firm and what is not
smart says the model is set to be available in the UK from less than £20,000, with full UK pricing due later in 2026 and pre-orders planned for spring 2027. That is a starting-price indication, not a confirmed on-the-road price for a particular trim. The company has not announced a firm customer-delivery date in its UK release.
The car is still in the type-approval process. smart says final technical details and equipment can change before approval is complete. Treat the current range and charging figures as targets, and check the final UK specification, warranty and order terms before paying a deposit.
Who should keep an eye on it?
The two-seat layout will suit some city drivers, but it rules the car out for people who regularly carry children or extra passengers. Before considering one, think about where you will charge, how much of your driving is motorway use and whether the available luggage space works for your routine. WLTP range is a comparison figure; cold weather, speed, heating and short journeys can reduce real-world distance between charges.
For now, compare it with electric cars that are already on sale and can be test-driven. Once smart publishes final prices and approval details, buyers will be able to make a more meaningful comparison of the #2’s real cost, range and equipment.
