Smart, the electric car subsidiary brand jointly owned by Mercedes-Benz and Geely, announced the arrival of a new member to its next-generation family of vehicles. For over a quarter century, smart has impressed the world and became an iconic brand of urban mobility. In the all-electric era, the smart #1 and #3 models look to the future, remain recognizably smart urban mobility solutions and explore more scenarios.
Today, smart is going beyond urban confines, exploring the great outdoors and unveiling the official nomenclature of its next model with a preview of the largest, boldest, boxiest smart ever – the Concept #5. With the arrival of the Concept #5, smart is sending a message to the world – go beyond urban confines and embrace the different possibilities of life!
The Concept #5 marks a bold departure from smart’s traditionally urban-centric design philosophy. Created for urban outdoor enthusiasts, the vehicle is a contemporary adventurer, inviting users to break free from the constraints of the city and explore the outdoors with confidence, style, and unparalleled comfort.
Built to boldly go beyond urban confines, the smart Concept #5 is a premium mid-size all-electric SUV, indicating the brand’s entry into a new market segment. An honest, boxy and bold design combined with outdoor-focused features and integrated equipment accessories enhance users’ enjoyment of nature, transforming excursions with the Concept #5 into luxurious experiences without sacrificing the essence of adventure. Imbued with purpose, the Concept #5 was made to encounter the unexpected.
Embodying the core of smart’s design philosophy—Love, Pure, Unexpected, the Concept #5 represents the boldest, most muscular smart car to date, while maintaining the brand’s hallmark of approachability. The dynamic design language of the vehicle communicates a harmony that is distinctly smart—modern, yet timeless. An unexpected and inspirational exterior design captures the essence of adventure, with strong bodywork complete with outdoor elements. Standing out as having a substantial street presence, with an outdoor inspired upright silhouette and distinct roof island, the vehicle’s bold and boxy stance is as much a declaration of capability as a practical statement of style. True to smart’s legacy, the Concept #5 cleverly maximizes interior space without further expanding the vehicle’s footprint, thanks to reduced overhangs at both the front and rear.
Before unveiling the production version of the #5 in the second half this year, the Concept #5 will celebrate its world premiere at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition on April 25. Stay tuned for more information about the Concept #5 and get ready to turn every outdoor excursion into a comfortable, stylish, and unforgettable experience.
