HANGZHOU, China, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- smart today celebrated the World Premiere of the all-new smart #2 at the Paris Motor Show, marking the return of its iconic two-seater for a new electric era.
Thirty years ago, the smart vehicle was presented as an art object beneath the Louvre Pyramid. Today, smart returns to Paris with the fully realised production smart #2.
Mr. Tong Xiangbei, Global CEO of smart, said: "The smart #2 is more than the return of a familiar silhouette; it is a demonstration of what our teams can achieve in the most demanding urban segment. Its World Premiere in Paris, followed by launches in Europe and China, opens an important new chapter for our global product family."
Mr. Kang Yi, Global CMO of smart, said: "The smart #2 expresses our core D.N.A. in a very pure way: Designed with Love, No Compromise on Safety, and Amazing Drives. It is small in footprint, but big in personality."
An Icon for a New Generation
Styled by the Mercedes-Benz Global Design Team, the smart #2 translates the character of smart's iconic two-seater into a contemporary new form, guided by its design philosophy of Love, Pure, Unexpected.
Clean proportions, short overhangs and its signature wheels-at-the-corners stance preserve the pure smart silhouette and maximise space. Unexpected details, including logo-inspired lighting and a contemporary interpretation of the iconic floating roof, reinterpret familiar smart cues.
Inside, bench-style seating and S-shaped cockpit make efficient use of the compact cabin, while carefully considered colours, materials and distinctive details bring warmth and individuality.
The Split Tailgate features an upper glass that opens independently in tight spaces, and a lower section that folds down as a loading platform or a 120-kg capacity seat.
smart #2 Couture Edition: Function becomes Fashion
As a surprise highlight, smart also unveiled the exclusive smart #2 Couture Edition, carrying the established "Function becomes Fashion" theme from concept to production.
Limited to 999 units in Europe and 999 units in China, the Couture Edition combines an Atelier White Matte exterior finish with a contrasting Platinum Gold roof, distinctive gold detailing and exclusive 16-inch Lyra rims. A numbered interior badge further underlines its limited-edition character.
Purpose-Built for Urban Mobility
Underpinning the smart #2 is the newly developed Electric Compact Architecture (ECA) platform, engineered specifically for smart's ultra-compact all-electric two-seater.
Measuring 2,746 mm in length, the smart #2 maximises usable space within its ultra-compact footprint. The ECA platform brings together intelligent packaging, a floor-mounted high-voltage battery, rear-wheel drive and advanced chassis technology.
Power comes from a rear-mounted 60 kW electric motor delivering 130 Nm of torque to the rear wheels.
For Europe, the smart #2 features a 35.8 kWh LFP battery, with a target combined WLTP range of 290 km. Supporting 65 kW DC fast charging, the smart #2 can charge from 10% to 80% state of charge within 20 minutes, while AC charging at up to 11 kW supports convenient everyday charging.
A curb-to-curb turning circle of just 6.95 metres makes navigating tight city streets and narrow parking spaces effortless.
The smart #2 features a five-link rear suspension, a first in its class, supporting confident and composed driving both in cities and on highways.
Central to the smart #2, the Tridion Cell Evo creates a robust protective structure around the passenger cabin without compromising the vehicle's compact dimensions. The vehicle also comes equipped with driver-assistance technologies including smart Pilot Assist and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go and Highway Assist.
The smart #2 Begins Its Global Market Rollout
Following its World Premiere in Paris, early ordering for the smart #2 will begin in Europe and China, bringing smart's iconic two-seater to two of the brand's key markets.
For Europe, the smart #2 will initially be offered in three core trim lines — Pure, Pure+ and Premium — alongside the limited Couture Edition.
For China, the smart #2 will be unveiled in Premium and Couture Edition variants.
Market-specific line-ups, pricing, specifications, equipment and availability will be communicated locally.
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IT'S BACK. THAT'S BIG. The All-Electric smart #2 Makes Its World Premiere at the Paris Motor Show
IT'S BACK. THAT'S BIG. The All-Electric smart #2 Makes Its World Premiere at the Paris Motor Show
IT'S BACK. THAT'S BIG. The All-Electric smart #2 Makes Its World Premiere at the Paris Motor Show
New HORIZON 30 Series projectors deliver bright images, deep contrast and smooth 4K 120Hz performance with flexible setup for movies, sports, gaming and more.
CHENGDU, China, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Following its first preview at IFA 2026, XGIMI, a global leader in premium smart projection and home entertainment, today announced the HORIZON 30 Series, the new generation of high-performance home projectors designed to make big-screen entertainment work for more of what people watch – and more of the rooms they watch it in.
Available in three models – HORIZON 30 Pro, HORIZON 30 Max and HORIZON 30 Ultra Max – the new series combines RGB Triple Laser technology with up to 6,000 ISO lumens of brightness, native contrast up to 10,000:1, and 4K 120Hz performance.
Compared to the HORIZON 20 Series, the new collection delivers seven times the native contrast, and twice the refresh rate – helping pictures stay brighter in rooms with ambient light, revealing greater depth in dark scenes, and making fast-moving content look smoother.
Picture Perfect, Day or Night
Great entertainment shouldn't wait until the lights go down. The HORIZON 30 Series is designed to adapt as the room, content, and occasion change.
Powered by an RGB Triple Laser light source, the series reaches up to 6,000 ISO lumens, helping maintain a bright, vibrant picture for afternoon sports, weekend gaming, or everyday TV. When the room gets darker, native contrast of up to 10,000:1 brings greater depth and detail to shadows, giving movies and cinematic content a richer sense of dimension.
A Dual Intelligent Iris System automatically adjusts light as scenes change, bringing out more detail in both bright highlights and deep shadows. XGIMI's 19-element optical system is engineered for edge-to-edge clarity, while Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and IMAX Enhanced help deliver richer color, contrast and detail across movies, shows, and more.
The result is a projector that transitions naturally from daytime entertainment to nighttime viewing.
Every Frame, in Full Flow
While high refresh rates are often associated with gaming, the HORIZON 30 Series puts 4K 120Hz to work across everyday entertainment. The higher refresh rate keeps motion fluid and easy to follow, from tracking the ball during live sports and following fast-paced action in films to gaming with less delay between the controller and screen.
It also gives movies special treatment. The HORIZON 30 Series can display cinema's native 24fps content evenly at 120Hz, helping films retain smooth, natural motion. When it's time to game, low latency and support for VRR, ALLM and AMD FreeSync help make the same screen ready for faster, more responsive play.
Users don't have to choose between a projector made for movies, sports, or gaming – the HORIZON 30 Series is built around all three.
A Big Screen, On Your Terms
The HORIZON 30 Series brings the big-screen experience home without the need for a dedicated theater space, with a flexible design made to work around the room that's already there. Its integrated stand can tilt and rotate, while optical zoom and lens shift provide more freedom to position the picture without requiring the projector to sit directly in front of the screen. Lens Memory can even save up to five custom setups, making it easier to move between everyday TV and ultra-wide movies.
Once in place, XGIMI's Intelligent Screen Adaptation technology takes care of much of the setup automatically, adjusting the picture to fit the screen and its surroundings with minimal effort from the user.
Built-in Google TV puts movies, shows, and streaming apps in one place, while dual 12W Harman Kardon speakers with DTS Virtual:X create a more immersive, surround-like sound experience without the need for additional speakers, bringing the big screen, streaming, and audio together in one streamlined setup.
The HORIZON 30 Series at a Glance
| MODEL | HORIZON 30 Pro | HORIZON 30 Max | HORIZON 30 Ultra Max |
| Price | $2,499 | $2,999 | $3,499 |
| Pre-Order Price | $1,899 | $2,499 | $2,999 |
| Light Source | RGB Triple Laser | RGB Triple Laser | RGB Triple Laser |
| Brightness | 4,800 ISO Lumens | 5,300 ISO Lumens | 6,000 ISO Lumens |
| Native Contrast | 8,000:1 | 9,000:1 | 10,000:1 |
| Refresh Rate | 4K 120Hz | 4K 120Hz | 4K 120Hz |
| Sound | 2 x 12W Harman Kardon | 2 x 12W Harman Kardon | 2 x 12W Harman Kardon |
MODEL
HORIZON 30 Pro
HORIZON 30 Max
HORIZON 30 Ultra Max
Price
$2,499
$2,999
$3,499
Pre-Order Price
$1,899
$2,499
$2,999
Light Source
RGB Triple Laser
RGB Triple Laser
RGB Triple Laser
Brightness
4,800 ISO Lumens
5,300 ISO Lumens
6,000 ISO Lumens
Native Contrast
8,000:1
9,000:1
10,000:1
Refresh Rate
4K 120Hz
4K 120Hz
4K 120Hz
Sound
2 x 12W Harman Kardon
2 x 12W Harman Kardon
2 x 12W Harman Kardon
Pricing & Availability
The XGIMI HORIZON 30 Series is available for pre-order beginning October 12 through October 31 at XGIMI.com, with open sales beginning November 1. During the pre-order period, HORIZON 30 Pro is available for $1,899, HORIZON 30 Max for $2,499, and HORIZON 30 Ultra Max for $2,999.
All pre-orders include a choice of an XGIMI Floor Stand (Elephant Grey) or Ceiling Mount, two pairs of 3D glasses, and a $500 coupon toward the XGIMI Ascend Screen.
For more information, visit xgimi.com.
About XGIMI
Since 2013, the state-of-the-art XGIMI projectors have helped countless people worldwide to create genuinely immersive audio-visual experiences. Working with reputable partners like Google, Harman Kardon, and Texas Instruments, XGIMI builds all-in-one entertainment devices, perfected due to their user-oriented philosophy. Through industry-leading innovation, streamlined setups, and unique designs, XGIMI always strives to develop the best home and portable projectors for everyone to enjoy. XGIMI is also expanding their expertise into commercial projector technology to bring immersive experiences to more spaces. Learn more at XGIMI Projector Technology.
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XGIMI HORIZON 30 Series Brings Smoother, Sharper Entertainment to Life with 4K 120Hz
