# Smart #1 upgrades, #2 debut, and Argentina market return > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/smart-microcar-revival-in-europe > Updated: 2026-09-07T03:00:00.000Z. Sources: 88. Developments: 21. Smart is advancing its dual-model strategy through technical upgrades to the #1 electric crossover and the upcoming debut of the #2 two-seater. The refreshed #1 crossover has transitioned from a 400V to an 800V electrical architecture, utilizing Geely’s ‘Shield Gold Brick’ battery. This upgrade is expected to reduce 10% to 80% fast-charging times to just 12 minutes under optimal conditions. The vehicle also adopts the EEA 4.0 electronic architecture and features advanced driver assistance supported by a roof-mounted LiDAR sensor and an Nvidia Orin-Y chip. Preparations for the Smart #2, a spiritual successor to the Fortwo, have intensified. Regulatory filings and leaked patent documents reveal the vehicle is built on the Electric Compact Architecture (ECA) platform, a collaboration where Mercedes-Benz manages design and Geely provides the technical foundation. The #2 is slated for a world debut at the October 2026 Paris Motor Show, with a target market launch in Q2 2027. Following a seven-year absence, Smart has officially returned to the Argentine market via Prestige Auto, shifting its focus toward a premium electric SUV lineup. The initial offering includes the Smart #1, available in Pure, Pro, Pro+, and Brabus versions, and the Smart #3, a C-segment SUV coupé. Both models feature designs from the Mercedes-Benz Global Design Team and have earned five-star Euro NCAP safety ratings. In Argentina, the #1 Pure starts at $49,900, while the #3 Brabus reaches $75,900. The Brabus versions of both models deliver 428 CV, with the #3 achieving 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-07: Smart to launch #2 electric model in China this November Smart will launch the new Smart #2 electric compact car in China this November, featuring a 30 kWh battery and 60 kW motor. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-to-launch-2-electric-model-in-china-this-november ### 2026-09-04: Smart returns to Argentina with new electric SUV lineup Smart has returned to Argentina with the launch of its smart #1 and smart #3 electric SUV models, developed via a Mercedes-Benz and Geely joint venture. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-returns-to-argentina-with-new-electric-suv-lineup ### 2026-09-01: Smart returns to Argentina with new electric SUV lineup Smart returns to Argentina via Prestige Auto, launching a new premium electric SUV lineup featuring the #1 and #3 models, designed by Mercedes-Benz. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-returns-to-argentina-with-electric-1-and-3-suvs ### 2026-08-13: Smart #2 interior design leaked via Chinese patent filings Leaked patent filings reveal the interior of the upcoming Smart #2, featuring a modern cockpit designed by Mercedes-Benz and built on Geely's technical platform. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-2-interior-design-leaked-via-chinese-patent-filings ### 2026-08-09: Smart #2 images leaked via Chinese regulator Images of the Smart #2 two-seater have leaked via Chinese regulators, revealing design details and specs including a 60 kW motor and a 30 kWh battery. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-2-images-leaked-via-chinese-regulator ### 2026-08-09: Smart #1 to adopt 800V battery architecture for faster charging Smart is upgrading its #1 electric SUV with an 800V architecture, enabling 10-80% charging in 12 minutes. The update includes Geely’s Shield Gold Brick battery and AI-integrated electronic systems. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-1-to-adopt-800v-battery-architecture-for-faster-charging ### 2026-08-07: Smart announces Smart #2, a new two-seater electric city car Smart is returning to its compact roots with the Smart #2, a new 2-seater electric city car developed by Mercedes-Benz and Geely, featuring a 300 km range. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-2-electric-twoseater-to-debut-at-paris-motor-show-production-slated-in-china ### 2026-08-07: Smart rolls out upgraded #1 electric crossover and previews #2 model Smart upgrades its #1 electric crossover with 800‑V, 333 hp and LiDAR, while leaked specs reveal the upcoming #2 biplaza’s dimensions, 82 hp motor, 35.7 kWh battery and customization options. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-rolls-out-upgraded-1-electric-crossover-and-previews-2-model ### 2026-08-05: Smart #2 electric city car shown in murals before Paris debut Smart #2, the new electric two‑seater city car, was previewed in murals across Berlin, Paris, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Buenos Aires and Melbourne. Specs include a 35.7 kWh LFP battery, ~300 km range, 60 kW motor, + 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-2-electric-car-unveiled-via-global-mural-campaign ### 2026-08-03: Smart #2 electric city car previewed via global murals ahead of Paris debut Smart #2, an all‑electric two‑seater city car, is previewed via murals worldwide and will debut at the Paris Motor Show in October 2026, featuring a 300 km WLTP range and 35.7 kWh battery. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-2-electric-car-unveiled-through-global-mural-campaign ### 2026-07-26: Smart #2 electric city car enters final testing ahead of 2026 Paris debut Smart #2, a new two‑seat electric city car co‑owned by Mercedes‑Benz and Geely, is in final testing before its 2026 Paris Motor Show debut, featuring a 35.7 kWh battery, 300 km WLTP range and fast charging. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-2-electric-city-car-enters-final-testing-ahead-of-2026-paris-debut ### 2026-07-22: Smart unveils new electric model with 300 km range Smart launched a German‑made electric city car with a 300 km range, fast‑charging capability and advanced tech, aiming to boost its role in urban EV markets. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-unveils-new-electric-model-with-300-km-range ### 2026-07-22: Smart #2 electric city car enters global testing before Paris Motor Show debut Smart #2, the new electric city car from Mercedes‑Benz/Geely, is undergoing global pre‑production testing for agility, NVH refinement and durability ahead of its Paris Motor Show debut in October, with no US‑s​ 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-2-electric-city-car-enters-global-testing-before-paris-motor-show-debut ### 2026-07-20: Smart #2 electric city car begins global testing before Paris Motor Show debut Smart #2, a two‑seat electric city car, is undergoing global testing ahead of its October 2026 debut at the Paris Motor Show, featuring a 300 km range and fast charging. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-2-electric-city-car-begins-global-preproduction-testing-ahead-of-2026-paris-motor-show ### 2026-07-09: Geely expands European EV push with Smart #2 launch and EnBW charging deal Geely's Smart #2 electric two‑seater will launch in Paris with 2027 European deliveries, while the brand rolls out a German EnBW charging package offering free access and credits to mitigate EU tariffs. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/geely-expands-european-ev-push-with-smart-2-launch-and-enbw-charging-deal ### 2026-06-24: Mercedes‑Benz unveils Smart #2 all‑electric city car concept Mercedes‑Benz unveiled the Smart #2, a 100 % electric two‑seat city car with up to 300 km range, fast charging, €20k starting price, and a 2027 production target. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mercedesbenz-unveils-smart-2-allelectric-city-car-concept ### 2026-06-22: Smart launches #2 electric microcar with 300 km range and sub‑€20,000 price Smart unveiled the #2 electric microcar in Rome, offering 300 km range, fast charging under 20 min, and a price below €20,000, with sales slated for Europe in early 2027. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-launches-2-electric-microcar-with-300-km-range-and-sub20000-price ### 2026-06-22: Smart #2 electric microcar unveiled in Rome ahead of Paris show Smart unveiled the electric Smart #2 concept in Rome, highlighting its new ECA platform, tight turning circle and urban‑focused interior ahead of a Paris debut. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-2-electric-microcar-unveiled-in-rome-ahead-of-paris-show ### 2026-06-22: Smart #2 electric city car to debut at Paris Motor Show Smart will launch the all‑electric Smart #2, a 2.8 m city car with 300 km range and fast charging, produced in China and debuting at the Paris Motor Show, targeting Europe for release by early 2025 at about €24 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-2-electric-city-car-to-debut-at-paris-motor-show ### 2026-06-22: Smart #2 electric city car concept unveiled in Rome Smart revealed the electric two‑seat Concept #2 in Rome, featuring a 35.7 kWh battery, 300 km WLTP range, fast DC charging and a modular ECA platform, with a production debut slated for the Paris Motor Show. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-2-electric-microcar-unveiled-in-rome ### 2026-06-16: Smart to relaunch two‑seater microcar in 2026 as Europe‑focused EV, alongside Chinese Jaegoo 5 SUV debut Smart will relaunch its two‑seat electric microcar in 2026 at about £20,000, while Chinese brand Jaegoo launches the 402 km‑range Jaegoo 5 electric SUV in France at €32,490. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smart-to-relaunch-twoseater-microcar-in-2026-as-europefocused-ev-alongside-chinese-jaegoo-5-suv-debu --- Cite as: Smart #1 upgrades, #2 debut, and Argentina market return. 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