Verdict
With identical 268 hp, 343 Nm rear-drive performance and a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time, the smart #1 Pro at RM169,000 is not the poor relation. But the Premium’s RM40,000 step to RM209,000 buys a 66 kWh battery rather than 49 kWh, lifting stated range from 315 km to 440 km, plus 22 kW AC charging instead of 7.2 kW. For Malaysian owners who charge at home or work and make regular intercity runs, that 125 km margin is tangible. The Premium’s front and rear sensors, head-up display, Beats audio and ventilated front passenger seat make the jump easier to justify.
Pick the smart #1 Pro if 315 km of stated range covers your routine and you would rather keep RM40,000 in hand.
Pick the smart #1 Premium if you regularly travel beyond town and will use its 440 km range, 22 kW AC charging and added cabin kit.
Key differences
- Price: smart #1 Pro RM169,000 | smart #1 Premium RM209,000
- Battery capacity: smart #1 Pro 49 kWh | smart #1 Premium 66 kWh
- EV range: smart #1 Pro 315 km | smart #1 Premium 440 km
- AC charging rate: smart #1 Pro 7.2 kW | smart #1 Premium 22 kW
- Parking sensors: smart #1 Pro no front or rear sensors | smart #1 Premium four front and four rear sensors
- Audio system: smart #1 Pro 12.8-inch touchscreen audio | smart #1 Premium 12.8-inch touchscreen audio with 13-speaker Beats EQ sound system
Pro
- RM40,000 lower entry price
- 315 km stated EV range
- 360-degree camera and auto parking included
- 125 km less stated range
- 7.2 kW AC charging versus 22 kW
- No parking sensors, head-up display or ventilated front passenger seat
Premium
- 440 km stated EV range from its 66 kWh battery
- 22 kW AC charging
- Adds parking sensors, a head-up display and 13-speaker Beats EQ audio
- Costs RM40,000 more
- 20 kg heavier at 1,800 kg versus 1,780 kg
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM169,000✓ | RM209,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM260 | RM260 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 hp | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 49 kWh | 66 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 315 km | 440 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7.2 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,270 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width | 1,822 mm | 1,822 mm |
| Height | 1,636 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,780 kg | 1,800 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 411 litres | 411 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/45R19 | 235/45R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels | 19" Rotor Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels | 19" Rotor Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | Comfort Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Front and Rear | Yes, Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Door Opening Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High Beam, | Door Opening Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High Beam, |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam & Auto Levelling |
| Taillamps | LED | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Powered Front Passenger's Seat | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Powered Front Passenger's Seat with Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, 64-colour Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, 64-colour Extended Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | Yes |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 13-speaker Beats EQ Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Yes, Powered | Yes, Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 200,000 km | 200,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Extended | 8 years | 8 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Pro vs Premium FAQ
Is the smart #1 Pro or smart #1 Premium better?
The smart #1 Premium is better equipped and travels 440 km on a charge versus 315 km for the Pro. The Pro remains the sharper buy if its range suits your daily use and the RM40,000 saving matters more than the extra kit.
What is the price difference?
The smart #1 Premium costs RM40,000 more than the smart #1 Pro: RM209,000 versus RM169,000.
Does the smart #1 Premium charge faster than the Pro?
On AC charging, yes: the Premium accepts 22 kW while the Pro accepts 7.2 kW. Both have the same 150 kW DC charging rate and 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load output.
