The general direction of the current automobile market is moving towards electrification. Whether they follow the trend or value the advantages of new energy vehicles such as green cards and low vehicle costs, more and more consumers are choosing new energy vehicles. Among them Women have begun to become a consumer force that cannot be ignored. In the era of fuel vehicles, many consumers may like the MINI brand, but the road to electrification of the MINI brand is still being laid, and smart has almost become the only choice for affordable luxury women.
The smart brand has already launched its first pure electric vehicle, Smart Elf #1, and has achieved good response. As the brand's second model, the new Smart Elf #3 is also the brand's largest model to date. Its label of "Global New Luxury Coupe SUV" brings a brand new experience to people's eyes. Today, the big guys also got the latest test car, letâs take a look at its performance, shall we?
design has always been the focus of the smart brand, and it is also a stepping stone to open up the female consumer market. The first impression given by the new Smart Elf #3 is that it is no longer mini. In the past, the positioning of a boutique car has now evolved more towards mainstream household use.
In terms of appearance, the new smart elf# gives people a very smart feeling, and the whole body is almost depicted with very round and full lines. The front face adopts a closed grille design, through-type headlights and "shark nose" designs on both sides, presenting a cute and approachable sense of sight, which instantly shortens the distance with consumers. . At the same time, there is a rectangular grille under the front face, and on the side of the body, the new Smart Elf #3 adopts a fastback line design, and there is a huge smart logo on the fender. Hidden door handles and aerodynamic rim shapes are all designs that not only ensure the harmonious style of the entire vehicle, but also reduce vehicle wind resistance. The ground clearance on the side is low, so it doesn't look like an SUV, but more like a hatchback. Therefore, you need to be more cautious when driving to avoid chassis collisions.
The body length, width and height are 4400/1844/1556mm, and the wheelbase has reached 2785mm. The overall size is larger than the Phantom #1, which can bring better riding space. The through-type taillights at the rear of the car echo the headlights. After lighting up, the sense of technology is still very strong. It also has a small spoiler and diffuser, which further creates a sporty atmosphere of the new car.
is the same as smart Elf #1. The new smart Elf #3 also carries the logo designed by Mercedes-Benz. It is better than ordinary models in terms of social attributes and brand value. This is for those who want to buy a stylish smart pure car. It is very suitable for consumers of electric SUVs.
In terms of interior, the new smart Elf #3 is full of refinement and luxury. The new car continues the family-style design language. The center console still adopts the traditional double T-shape consisting of a 9.2-inch instrument screen + a 12.3-inch floating central control screen. layout and equipped with a 10-inch HED head-up display. The entire interior is covered with a large number of chrome plating and leather packages.
It is worth mentioning that the image of the voice assistant of Phantom #3 has changed from the little fox on the original Phantom #1 to a cheetah, which is more in line with the sports positioning of the new car. The design of the new smart Elf #3 also complements the image of the entire vehicle, and its functionality and smooth operation are remarkable.
In terms of rear space, which many consumers are concerned about, the rear space of the new smart Elf #3 is a bit cramped. Taking a person with a height of 1.75 meters as an example, after adjusting the front row to a normal driving posture, the leg and head room in the rear row does not have much advantage. It can only meet the general riding needs, and the floor is tilted due to the placement of the battery. High, but fortunately, the rear seats can be folded down to further expand the use space.
The utilization rate of the trunk space of the new smart Elf #3 is not very high. The overall feeling is not that of a compact SUV, which can only meet some daily loading needs.
In terms of power, smart Elf #3 offers single-motor rear-drive and dual-motor four-wheel drive versions. The rear-drive version has a maximum power of 272Ps and a peak torque of 343N¡ms; the four-wheel-drive version has a combined maximum power of 428Ps and a peak torque of 543N¡ms. m. The BRABUS version, which focuses on performance, adjusts the output mode of the motor on the basis of the four-wheel drive version. In the actual test, it can easily run into 4 seconds from 0 to 100 kilometers, which is very powerful even among performance cars.
Smart Elf #3 is a very agile electric car when driven. The driving posture is not much different from that of an ordinary SUV, but the field of vision becomes very wide. The acceleration feel of Elf #3 is very linear and powerful. The new car's driving mode provides three modes: Eco, Comfort and Sport. Even in the comfort mode, the acceleration capability of smart Elf #3 is stronger than that of many ordinary family cars.
Benefit from the motor's large torque and fast response capability, and even at high speeds, the re-acceleration capability of smart Elf #3 can ensure that you can change lanes and overtake with ease. Naturally, you need to be able to brake when running fast. The smart Elf# is equipped with a high-performance braking system and ventilated brake discs. The braking feel is very linear and natural, making braking the vehicle easy and comfortable.
As for the chassis, Smart Elf #3 is equipped with a traditional suspension combination of front MacPherson + rear multi-link. Even when cornering at high speed, the suspension support effect is very powerful, the body roll is very small, and the overall chassis is very tight. , the suspension rebounds quickly without any sense of sloppiness, showing the level of mechanical adjustment that a major manufacturer should have, abundant power, quick response, solid chassis, and precise transformation. Here is the driving of smart Elf #3 core.
expert summarizes
smart has always had a good reputation among female users. Thanks to the blessing of new energy power and the help of new architecture, smart Elf #3 has achieved evolution in terms of size and driving, and the trendy appearance design remains With its strong appeal, refined driving pleasure, and more practicality and ease of driving, the Smart #3 will become an advanced choice for many female users.