--- title: "Smart launches new-generation #1 in China, starting at about $22,100" type: "News" locale: "en" url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/295110494.md" description: "Smart, a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Geely, launched the new-generation Smart #1 in China. Priced from approximately $22,080, it is the brand's first model built on an 800-volt platform, enabling 10-80% charging in just 12 minutes. The vehicle features advanced driver-assistance systems, including LiDAR on the Ultra version, and positions itself as a luxury AI agile SUV to compete with rivals like Zeekr X and BYD Yuan Plus." datetime: "2026-08-06T13:00:41.000Z" locales: - [zh-CN](https://longbridge.com/zh-CN/news/295110494.md) - [en](https://longbridge.com/en/news/295110494.md) - [zh-HK](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/295110494.md) generator: "portal-rs" --- # Smart launches new-generation #1 in China, starting at about $22,100 New-generation Smart #1. Credit: Smart > - The new-generation Smart #1 is the brand's first model built entirely on an 800-volt platform across the lineup. > - The higher-end version can charge from 10% to 80% in just 12 minutes. Smart, a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Geely Auto (HKEX: 0175), launched the new-generation #1 on Thursday, aiming to tackle the fiercely competitive small all-electric SUV (sport utility vehicle) market with 800-volt fast charging and advanced driver-assistance features. The vehicle comes in two versions, the 535 Max and the 535 Ultra, with official prices of 152,900 yuan and 172,900 yuan respectively. Limited-time prices are 149,900 yuan ($22,080) and 169,900 yuan respectively. The model measures 4,270 mm long, 1,822 mm wide and 1,636 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2,750 mm. Join us on Telegram or Google News Smart said the new vehicle has more than 200 upgrades over the older model, positioning it as a "new luxury AI agile SUV." The new-generation Smart #1 is built on an 800-volt silicon carbide high-voltage platform, paired with a 16-in-1 integrated electric drive unit, making it Smart's first model to come with 800 volts as standard across the lineup. Its single rear motor has a peak power of 245 kW (329 hp) and peak torque of 320 Nm, allowing it to go from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. A 61.52 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery provides 535 km of CLTC range, and 6C ultra-fast charging allows the battery to go from 10% to 80% in just 12 minutes. Intelligence is another focus of the update. The Ultra version comes with a roof-mounted LiDAR, Nvidia's Orin Y chip and the Geely Afari Smart Driving (G-ASD) H5 assisted driving system. The version has 31 sensing components in total and 200 TOPS of peak computing power, supporting navigation assistance on urban roads and highways without relying on high-definition maps. Those features are optional on the Max version, with the G-ASD advanced assisted driving package offered at a limited-time half price of 14,000 yuan. The cabin has been upgraded with a 15.4-inch 2.5K center screen running the Flyme Auto system, deeply customized based on Smart OS. Smart is offering five limited-time benefits worth more than 25,000 yuan in total, including a 3,000 yuan cash deduction on the final payment, a half-price upgrade to the assisted driving package, and half-price options on 19-inch wheels and an official home charger. Customers trading in a Smart-brand vehicle can get an additional 10,000 yuan discount. The current Smart #1 is limited by its 400-volt platform and lags behind rivals in fast-charging efficiency. Direct competitors for the new model include the Zeekr X, the electric Mini Aceman and the Firefly EV from Nio Inc (NYSE: NIO). In a broader price range, Smart also faces value-oriented models including the BYD Yuan Plus and the Mona L03 from Xpeng (NYSE: XPEV). Smart puts #2 EV through global testing ahead of Paris Motor Show debut The all-electric 2-seater Smart #2 is undergoing global testing ahead of its world premiere at the Paris Motor Show in October. Smart #1 at a glance All-new generation · China-market lineup · RMB 149,900 – 169,900 · BEV · RWD 12 min 10-80% fast charge (6C) 328 hp Rear motor (245 kW) 535 Max Max RMB 149,900 535 km CLTC range ACC + LCC + parking suite · G-ASD H5 optional (+RMB 14,000) 535 Ultra Ultra RMB 169,900 535 km CLTC range G-ASD H5 standard · LiDAR + Orin-Y · city/highway NSP Launched on Aug 6, 2026. Prices shown are limited-time launch offers; list prices are RMB 152,900 (535 Max) and RMB 172,900 (535 Ultra). Standard across the range 4,270 × 1,822 × 1,636 mm · 2,750 mm wheelbase · 5 seats 61.52 kWh Aegis Golden Brick LFP battery · 800V SiC platform 6C fast charging: 10-80% in 12 min · AC 10-80% in 6.95 h Rear SiC motor · 245 kW (328 hp) / 320 Nm · RWD MacPherson front / five-link rear suspension 15.4-in 2.5K center display + 10.2-in cluster · Longying 6P (4 nm) chip 13-speaker Sennheiser audio · 256-color ambient lighting EEA 4.0 architecture with quantum security encryption 6 kW V2L + 6 kW V2V discharge ($1 = 6.7895 yuan) ### Related Stocks - [BYDDF.US](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/BYDDF.US.md) - [01211.HK](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/01211.HK.md) - [GELYY.US](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/GELYY.US.md) - [GELHY.US](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/GELHY.US.md) - [BYDDY.US](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/BYDDY.US.md) - [00175.HK](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/00175.HK.md) - [002594.CN](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/002594.CN.md) - [NVDA.US](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/NVDA.US.md) - [NIO.US](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/NIO.US.md) - [XPEV.US](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/XPEV.US.md) - [80175.HK](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/80175.HK.md) - [NVD.DE](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/NVD.DE.md) - [NIO.SG](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/NIO.SG.md) - [09866.HK](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/09866.HK.md) ## Related News & Research - [Geely recalls 93,000 vehicles over LiDAR defect that may disable driver assistance](https://longbridge.com/en/news/296624248.md) - [Geely Recalls Nearly 93,000 Vehicles; Report Says Affected Lynk & Co Models Equipped With ROBOSENSE LiDAR](https://longbridge.com/en/news/296725768.md) - [BYD starts Da Han EV pre-sales at about $36,800, range tops 1,008 km](https://longbridge.com/en/news/296566091.md) - [BYD to launch Sealion 08 on September 2 as Ocean lineup's flagship SUV](https://longbridge.com/en/news/296891117.md) - [Geely prepares revolutionary 500 Wh/kg solid-state EV battery that could beat diesel](https://longbridge.com/en/news/296495552.md) --- > **Disclaimer: This article is for reference only and does not constitute any investment advice.**