Does the Smart car DNA translate to a modern compact electric SUV? We review the 1 and its bonkers Brabus sibling ⚡️
Any other changes for the hot versionWell, you do get a revised front suspension system to deal with the added weight of the additional e-motor and a Brabus driving mode to unleash all 422bhp, but that’s about it. That’s right, you get the same size wheel, tyre, brakes and the suspension is tuned to replicate the comfort of the standard Smart #1.
A firmer squeeze of the accelerator pedal reveals more than enough acceleration for the urban cut and thrust, the #1 sprinting away from the lights without any traction issues on our dry test day. The suspension is clearly set up for compliance, delivering a comfortable ride with a slightly thumpy edge over potholes and broken surfaces.
Lessen the electronic intervention in the touchscreen’s menu and you can mobilise the tail to a degree, although too much angle will result in cut power and some brake intervention. You select Brabus mode using a touch-sensitive shortcut icon under the infotainment screen to release the full 422bhp and add a bit of, but not too much, heft to the steering. In a straight line, things are peachy. Punch the throttle from a standstill and it just grips and goes, with the motor’s full power seemingly limited over the first few mph.
Practicality is boosted by a sliding and reclining rear bench with ski flap, making up for it being a 60/40 rather than 40/20/40 split.
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