Smart #3 Brabus

Overview

The 2025 Smart #3 Brabus is a firecracker of a compact electric SUV-coupe, sitting pretty as the top-dog performance trim. It’s gunning for those who want a stylish, quick, and tech-laden EV with a sporty kick. While not officially stateside, if it landed, expect a price tag north of $50,000 based on its European positioning, making it a premium niche player. Key draws are its blistering acceleration from its dual-motor all-wheel-drive system, and aggressive Brabus-specific styling that screams performance. It's a pocket rocket with surprising practicality for its size.

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, the Smart #3 Brabus essentially marks its grand entrance as the ultimate expression of this fresh model line. Think of it as "new" from the ground up, showcasing Smart's contemporary design language and Geely's potent electric architecture. Specifically for the Brabus, 2025 means getting the most powerful dual-motor setup delivering 422 hp, unique aggressive styling cues like sporty bumpers and a distinctive rear spoiler, plus a tricked-out interior with premium materials and Brabus branding right from its launch. It’s all about establishing this performance flagship from day one.

Design & Exterior

The Smart #3 Brabus flaunts a seriously sporty SUV-coupe silhouette, measuring 173.2 inches long, 72.6 inches wide (excluding mirrors), and 61.3 inches tall. It’s compact but makes a big statement. The Brabus treatment amps up the aggression with unique bumpers, a deeper front splitter, aero flicks, and a distinctive rear spoiler. Expect standout 20-inch alloy wheels, red exterior accents, and full LED lighting to complete its head-turning, racy look. This ain't your grandma's Smart car; it's a proper athletic machine with a premium vibe and that cheeky Brabus flair.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Inside, the Smart #3 Brabus gets a sporty makeover with lashings of microfiber suede, red contrast stitching, and Brabus logos on the headrests for its five seats. The cabin feels surprisingly airy for its class. Tech-wise, a large 12.8-inch central touchscreen and a 9.2-inch digital driver’s display are standard, likely paired with a premium Beats sound system. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are expected. Cargo is decent: 13.1 ft³ in the trunk, expanding to 41 ft³ with seats folded, plus a handy 0.5 ft³ frunk for charging cables.

Performance & Driving Experience

Hold on tight! The Smart #3 Brabus rockets from 0-60 mph in a blistering 3.5 seconds. This punch comes from its dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (one front, one rear) churning out a combined 315 kW (approximately 422 hp) and 400 lb-ft of torque to its all-wheel-drive system. This thing is properly quick! Expect sharp, engaging handling due to its AWD setup and Brabus-tuned suspension, offering a firm yet well-damped ride. Strong regenerative braking with multiple modes will help recoup energy while delivering confident stopping power.

Range, Battery & Charging

The Brabus packs a 62 kWh usable battery, delivering a Green Cars Compare calculated real-world range of 219 miles, with an efficiency of 3.53 mi/kWh. For US charging, it would likely adopt a CCS Type 1 port or NACS if officially sold here, though its native EU spec is CCS Type 2. It impressively features a standard 22 kW AC on-board charger, meaning a full 0-100% top-up could take around 3 hours. DC fast charging peaks at 150 kW from its 400V architecture, juicing the battery from 10-80% in about 30 minutes.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

While US NHTSA ratings are not yet available as the car isn't sold here, the Smart #3 achieved an excellent 5-star rating from Euro NCAP. The Brabus trim is expected to come loaded with a comprehensive suite of driver-assistance systems as standard. This typically includes adaptive cruise control with stop & go, lane keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, and a 360-degree camera. Smart's "Pilot Assist" system offers advanced semi-autonomous driving capabilities, enhancing safety and comfort on longer journeys.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

If the Smart #3 Brabus were sold in the US, warranty coverage would likely be competitive. Expect a basic vehicle warranty around 3-4 years/36,000-50,000 miles. The crucial battery warranty would probably span 8 years/100,000 miles, guaranteeing at least 70% capacity retention. Powertrain components might share this or have a similar term. Complimentary maintenance isn't a traditional Smart offering in the US. Built on Geely's established SEA platform, reliability expectations for its core electric components are generally positive, though it's a new model.