On April 24, 2026, the smart brand showcased its latest vehicle lineup at the Beijing International Auto Show, including the Concept Car elf No. 2 and the all-new hatchback elf No. 6. The elf No. 6 was launched for presale starting at 189,900 RMB, marking smart’s debut in the hatchback market.
The elf No. 2 Concept Car, designed by the global design team at Mercedes-Benz, utilizes a “four-wheel four-corner” layout, maximizing interior space within a 2.79-meter vehicle size. This model is built on the new Electric Compact Architecture (ECA) exclusively developed by smart.
As smart’s first hatchback, the elf No. 6 expands smart’s product scope. Its streamlined fastback design marries Mercedes-Benz’s aesthetics with Geely Group’s new energy technology.
At this auto show, the smart booth showcased the brand’s unique personality and philosophy. Since the brand’s inception in the 1990s, smart has been dedicated to exploring solutions for future urban transportation. In 2019, Mercedes-Benz and Geely Holding Group jointly established the global smart brand company.
In terms of global market strategy, smart leverages support from shareholders Mercedes-Benz and Geely with a “New Joint Venture of Electric Luxury” approach, blending design with new energy technology.
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