Smart Malaysia 2026 prices range from RM 169,000 (Smart #1 Pro) to RM 255,000 (Smart #3 Brabus AWD). The lineup includes the Smart #1 compact B-SUV (RM 169,000-249,000) and Smart #3 coupe-style C-SUV (RM 175,000-255,000), both fully electric and built on Geely's Sustainable Electric Architecture (SEA) platform with Mercedes-Benz design influence from the Smart joint venture (Mercedes-Benz 50 percent + Geely 50 percent). Distributed in Malaysia by Proton Edar Sdn Bhd through dedicated Smart showrooms in Kuala Lumpur (Damansara, Setia Alam), Penang, Johor Bahru, and Kuching.
Smart Malaysia 2026 Full Lineup
| Model | Variant | Battery (kWh) | Range (WLTP km) | Motor (hp) | 0-100 km/h (sec) | Price OTR (RM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart #1 | Pro | 49 LFP | 315 | 268 RWD | 5.7 | 169,000 |
| Smart #1 | Premium | 66 NMC | 440 | 268 RWD | 5.7 | 209,000 |
| Smart #1 | Brabus AWD | 66 NMC | 400 | 422 AWD | 3.9 | 249,000 |
| Smart #3 | Pro | 49 LFP | 325 | 272 RWD | 5.8 | 175,000 |
| Smart #3 | Premium | 66 NMC | 455 | 272 RWD | 5.8 | 215,000 |
| Smart #3 | Brabus AWD | 66 NMC | 415 | 422 AWD | 3.7 | 255,000 |
Smart: Mercedes-Benz + Geely Joint Venture Heritage
Smart is a 50-50 joint venture between Mercedes-Benz AG (formerly Daimler AG) and Geely Auto Group of China, established in 2019 to reimagine Smart as a premium electric vehicle brand. Before the joint venture, Smart operated as a sub-brand of Daimler AG since 1994, producing small city cars (Smart Fortwo, Smart ForFour) that were known for their distinctive compact design but limited commercial success in many markets.
The 2019 joint venture restructured Smart with clear division of responsibilities:
- Mercedes-Benz AG (50 percent): Contributes design language, brand heritage, and global marketing expertise. Smart vehicles feature Mercedes-inspired styling elements including the signature face design with running lights and premium cabin materials
- Geely Auto Group (50 percent): Contributes EV technology, the SEA (Sustainable Electric Architecture) platform, manufacturing capacity at Geely's Hangzhou and Xi'an plants, and supply chain management
- Production location: All current Smart EVs (Smart #1, #3) are manufactured at Geely's Xi'an Industrial Park in China, with quality control overseen by Mercedes-Benz engineers and Geely operational team
The joint venture's first products are the Smart #1 (compact B-SUV launched globally 2022, Malaysia launch 2024) and Smart #3 (coupe-style C-SUV launched globally 2023, Malaysia launch 2024). Both vehicles share the SEA platform (the same platform used by the Zeekr X and Volvo EX30) but with distinct exterior styling, cabin design, and tuning targeting the premium EV market segment.
Smart #1: Compact B-SUV Volume Model
The Smart #1 is Smart's volume B-SUV model in Malaysia, designed as a premium urban EV with Mercedes-Benz design influence. Length 4,270 mm and wheelbase 2,750 mm position it as a compact crossover competing against the Zeekr X (RM 155,800-172,800), BYD Atto 3 (RM 149,800), and Volvo EX30 (RM 175,000-205,000).
The Smart #1 Pro variant (RM 169,000) uses a 49 kWh LFP battery with single rear motor producing 268 hp (200 kW), delivering 315 km WLTP range. The LFP chemistry offers superior thermal stability in tropical Malaysian conditions versus NMC alternatives, with typical cycle life exceeding 3,000 full charge-discharge cycles to 80 percent capacity.
The Smart #1 Premium variant (RM 209,000) steps up to 66 kWh NMC battery for 440 km WLTP range, the same motor and acceleration figures (5.7 sec 0-100 km/h), but with significant equipment upgrades: 22 kW AC three-phase charging capability, 12.8-inch central touchscreen with Mercedes-influenced UI design, premium audio system with 13 speakers, ambient lighting with 64 customisable colours, ventilated front seats, panoramic glass roof with electrochromic dimming, and full Level 2 ADAS suite.
The Smart #1 Brabus AWD (RM 249,000) is the performance flagship, adding a 156 hp (115 kW) front motor for combined 422 hp (315 kW) AWD output. 0-100 km/h drops to 3.9 seconds, faster than many luxury sports sedans. The Brabus variant features exclusive exterior styling (Brabus badging, red accents, performance wheels), sport-tuned suspension, and enhanced cabin equipment including Brabus-specific seats and steering wheel.
Smart #3: Coupe-Style C-SUV with Sportier Styling
The Smart #3 positions as a sleeker, more performance-focused alternative to the Smart #1, with a coupe-style roofline and longer wheelbase. Length 4,400 mm and wheelbase 2,785 mm make it marginally larger than the Smart #1, with a more dramatic sloping rear roof for sportier aesthetics at the cost of some rear-seat headroom.
Smart #3 Pro (RM 175,000) uses the same 49 kWh LFP battery as the Smart #1 Pro but with longer range due to better aerodynamics (325 km WLTP vs 315 km). Premium variant (RM 215,000) extends range to 455 km WLTP with 66 kWh NMC battery, the longest range in the current Smart Malaysia lineup. Brabus AWD variant (RM 255,000) is the absolute performance flagship with 422 hp AWD and 0-100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds, the fastest production Smart car ever produced.
Both Smart #3 Premium and Brabus support 22 kW AC three-phase charging, enabling faster home and public AC charging compared to typical 7 kW on BYD Atto 3 or 11 kW on Tesla Model Y. DC fast charging is rated up to 150 kW peak, completing a 10-80 percent recharge in approximately 30 minutes on suitable infrastructure.
Proton Edar Distribution Strategy
Smart's Malaysian distribution through Proton Edar Sdn Bhd is part of Geely Group's broader strategy to leverage existing Geely-aligned distribution networks across Southeast Asia. Proton Edar has been part of Geely Group since 2017 (when Geely acquired 49.9 percent of Proton), giving Smart access to Proton's established 340+ service centre network across Malaysia, though Smart operates through dedicated Smart-branded showrooms for sales experience.
Current Smart showroom locations (as of 2026):
- Kuala Lumpur Damansara: Flagship showroom with full new car sales, test drive vehicles, and Smart Drive driving experience programmes
- Kuala Lumpur Setia Alam: Second Klang Valley showroom serving the northwest corridor including Subang Jaya, Klang, and Setia Alam areas
- Penang: Northern Peninsular Malaysia coverage
- Johor Bahru: Southern Peninsular Malaysia coverage including Iskandar Puteri and Pasir Gudang
- Kuching: East Malaysia entry, serving Sarawak Smart customers
Planned expansion through 2026-2027 includes additional showrooms in Malacca, Ipoh, Kuantan, and Kota Kinabalu to provide nationwide Smart coverage. Aftersales is handled through select Proton service centres equipped with EV-specific diagnostic tools and high-voltage safety infrastructure, providing Smart customers with access to over 100 service-capable locations across Malaysia.
Cross-Shop: Smart vs Volvo EX30 vs BYD Atto 3 Premium B-SUV EV Segment
| Comparison | Smart #1 Premium | Volvo EX30 Plus Single Motor | BYD Atto 3 Extended | Zeekr X Premium RWD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price OTR (RM) | 209,000 | 195,000 | 149,800 | 155,800 |
| Battery (kWh) | 66 NMC | 69 NMC | 60.48 Blade LFP | 66 NMC |
| Range (WLTP km) | 440 | 480 | 410 | 440 |
| Motor power (hp) | 268 RWD | 272 RWD | 201 FWD | 268 RWD |
| 0-100 km/h (sec) | 5.7 | 5.7 | 7.3 | 5.6 |
| DC charge peak (kW) | 150 | 153 | 150 | 150 |
| AC charge peak (kW) | 22 three-phase | 22 three-phase | 7 single-phase | 22 three-phase |
| Vehicle warranty | 4-yr / unlimited km | 5-yr / unlimited km | 4-yr / 160,000 km | 5-yr / 150,000 km |
| Battery warranty | 8-yr / 200,000 km | 8-yr / 160,000 km | 8-yr / 160,000 km | 8-yr / 160,000 km |
| CKD or CBU | CBU Xi'an | CBU Zhangjiakou | CKD BYD Plant Klang | CBU Hangzhou |
Smart #1 Premium offers the longest battery warranty (200,000 km vs 160,000 km on rivals) and Mercedes-Benz design influence. Volvo EX30 Plus offers longer range (480 km vs 440 km) and Volvo brand cachet. BYD Atto 3 wins on outright value (RM 59,200 cheaper) and established BYD Plant Klang CKD aftersales. Zeekr X Premium RWD undercuts Smart #1 Premium by RM 53,200 while offering identical performance specs (same SEA platform). For buyers prioritising premium brand association and longest battery warranty, Smart #1; for outright value, Zeekr X or Atto 3; for Volvo brand confidence, EX30.
Ownership Experience and Running Costs
Smart EV owners benefit from premium positioning while enjoying typical EV running cost advantages. Daily electricity costs are approximately RM 0.03-0.04 per km based on TNB residential tariffs and home AC charging, translating to RM 360-800 per year for typical 12,000-20,000 km annual mileage. No road tax for EVs in Malaysia through December 2025 per current National Automotive Policy provisions.
Maintenance is significantly simpler than ICE equivalents due to fewer wear items. Standard service intervals run 12 months or 20,000 km with checks on brake pads, cabin air filter, battery coolant fluid, drive unit reduction gear oil, and 12V auxiliary battery. Typical annual scheduled service cost runs RM 500-900 at Proton Edar Smart-certified service centres, around 30-50 percent lower than equivalent ICE Mercedes-Benz or BMW service over the same period.
Insurance costs are positioned between mass-market EVs (BYD Atto 3) and luxury EVs (BMW iX1, Mercedes EQB). Typical annual comprehensive insurance for Smart #1 Premium runs RM 5,500-7,500 depending on driver profile, coverage level, and add-ons. Brabus variants run RM 6,500-9,000 due to higher performance category and OTR pricing.
Smart Malaysia includes complimentary home wallbox charger installation (worth approximately RM 3,200) for new buyers, a 5-year internet data package (60GB total) for connected services and OTA software updates, and 24/7 roadside assistance for the full 4-year warranty period. Existing owners of the Smart #1 received a complimentary 4-year free service package following the 2024 price adjustment, demonstrating Smart Malaysia's commitment to customer retention as the brand establishes its market position.