For many of us, the word “Smart” once brought to mind the original Fortwo – a tiny two-seater city car designed for parking convenience above all else. It was clever and efficient, but it never inspired performance or presence.
Today, that image has completely shifted.
The Smart #3 BRABUS represents a new era for Smart – powered by the strategic Mercedes-Benz x Geely partnership that blends German design DNA with cutting-edge EV engineering. What we now get is a compact, premium, and powerful electric performance crossover that feels right-sized for Singapore streets and genuinely exciting to drive.
As an EV driver and automotive content creator in Singapore, witnessing this transformation is nothing short of fascinating.
Smart #3 BRABUS Specifications
Drivetrain: Dual-Motor All-Wheel Drive
Peak Power: 315 kW (428 hp)
Peak Torque: 543 Nm
0-100 km/h: 3.7 seconds
Top Speed: 230 km/h
Battery: 66 kWh
Range (WLTP): 415 km
DC Fast Charging: Up to 150 kW
AC Charging: Up to 22 kW
Wheels: 20-inch BRABUS Alloy Wheels
The Mercedes-Benz x Geely Influence
The new Smart is co-developed by two giants:
- Mercedes-Benz contributes design language, interior quality, and brand positioning.
- Geely provides the advanced EV platform, battery technology, and large-scale engineering know-how.
This combination results in a car that feels both premium and technically mature. The exterior carries clean, confident lines with a strong European design identity, while underneath sits a modern electric architecture capable of delivering both efficiency and serious performance.
The BRABUS variant adds a further layer of motorsport-inspired tuning and visual aggression, turning the #3 into the most performance-oriented Smart ever built.
Exterior Design
The Smart #3 BRABUS looks nothing like the tiny Smarts of the past.
It is:
- Wide and low-slung
- Muscular in stance
- Fitted with 20-inch BRABUS wheels
- Accented by red brake calipers and sporty aerodynamic details
The coupe-SUV silhouette gives it a dynamic, youthful profile, while the BRABUS body kit adds visual tension and road presence. It looks more like a compact performance crossover than a “small city car”. It finally carries the presence to match its performance.
Interior & Space
The cabin features:
- Sport seats with strong bolstering
- BRABUS badging and red contrast stitching
- A fully digital driver display
- A large central touchscreen with intuitive interface
- Premium materials and a clean, modern layout
The space utilisation is excellent:
- Comfortable rear seating for adults
- A wide-feeling cabin due to the vehicle’s broad track
- A practical boot for daily use and weekend trips
This is an ideal balance where the car is easy to manoeuvre and park, yet spacious enough for real-world family and lifestyle use.
Charging
Charging is one of the Smart #3 BRABUS’s biggest practical strengths, especially in the Singapore context. Beyond its ability to DC fast charge at up to 150 kW for quick top-ups on the go, it also supports an impressive 22 kW AC charging, which is still relatively rare among EVs locally.
Most electric cars here are limited to 7 kW or 11 kW on AC, so the #3 BRABUS can take advantage of higher-powered three-phase chargers found in some condos, offices, and commercial buildings, significantly reducing charging time during daily routines.
This means a lunch break, gym session, or workday parking can translate into a meaningful range top-up without relying solely on DC fast chargers, making ownership far more convenient and flexible for urban drivers.
Final Thoughts
The Smart #3 BRABUS isn’t just a new performance EV – it’s a statement.
What was once known for tiny, utilitarian city runabouts has now become a premium, design-led and genuinely fast electric crossover, backed by Mercedes-Benz design expertise and Geely’s advanced EV engineering.
It delivers strong performance, a high-quality interior, practical space for daily use, and charging capabilities that are well suited to Singapore’s infrastructure, all wrapped in a compact yet confident package.
For drivers who want something distinctive, quick, and future-ready without sacrificing everyday usability, the #3 BRABUS is a compelling option to experience in person.
It proves that “small” no longer means limited – it means smartly engineered, aggressively executed, and genuinely fun to drive.
If you’re curious to see and feel this transformation for yourself, visit Smart Mercedes-Benz Center, Level 3, 301 Alexandra Road, Singapore 159968 for a test drive today.