Smart has started testing its first sedan

Smart, owned by Geely and Mercedes-Benz, is preparing for a major expansion of its model lineup. Photos of the prototype of the brand's first sedan have appeared online, which is expected to hit the market within the next year.

What is known

The new model will be named Smart #6 and will be based on the Zeekr 007 platform, providing it with advanced modular architecture and a wide range of modern technologies. The model is expected to debut first in China, where camouflaged prototypes are undergoing testing.

Published photos reveal modern aerodynamic lines, a sloping roof, aggressive lighting, as well as a large air intake on the bumper and a lidar on the roof. The rear is designed in the spirit of Mercedes with an active spoiler.

Under the hood is a hybrid powertrain with a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine producing 161 hp and an electric motor at 272 hp. Batteries with capacities of 20 and 41 kWh are expected. The Smart #5 crossover, with a similar technological base, has a range of 252 km on electric power, and up to 1615 km in a combined cycle.

It is still unknown whether Smart will be limited to China only or if the sedan will appear in other markets.

Source: Carscoops