The smart #6 EHD has officially launched, marking the brand’s first sedan equipped with its “EHD” super hybrid technology. Positioned as a mid-size sedan, the vehicle is available in three trim levels with a starting price of 177,900 RMB (approx. $24,500 USD) during the limited-time launch period, with a standard price range of 179,900 to 229,900 RMB (approx. $24,800 – $31,700 USD).
Designed by the Mercedes-Benz global design team, the smart #6 EHD features a “bionic shark-nose” through-air duct to improve aerodynamics. It incorporates the PixelTalk intelligent interactive light array, featuring 10,666 embedded LED micro-dots in the front and rear lights, supporting over 20 preset lighting effects and customizable light language.
The vehicle adopts a fastback silhouette with frameless doors and hidden door handles. Measuring 4906/1922/1508mm with a wheelbase of 2926mm, it offers 19-inch or 20-inch wheel options. The rear features a through-type taillight design and an active spoiler with four-stage intelligent adjustment (up to 34°). The trunk offers a standard capacity of 525L, expandable to 1315L.
Inside, the cabin focuses on emotional value with premium materials like Nappa leather and various trim patterns. The cockpit is powered by an AMD V2000 chip, featuring a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, a 13-inch OLED central touchscreen, and a 25.6-inch AR-HUD. It supports cross-platform connectivity (iOS, Android, HarmonyOS) and integrates the Doubao AI large language model for voice assistance.
Safety is a priority, with 85% of the body composed of high-strength steel and aluminum alloy. The vehicle comes standard with LiDAR and 30 high-precision sensors, enabling advanced driving assistance features like highway and urban navigation (NSP) and intelligent parking.
Under the hood, the EHD hybrid system pairs a 1.5T engine with an electric motor, delivering a combined output of 320kW and a 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.7 seconds. It offers two battery options (20kWh and 41.46kWh), providing a CLTC pure electric range of up to 285km and a maximum combined range of 1810km. Fuel consumption in a depleted state is rated at 3.9L/100km.
**Editor’s Note:**
The smart #6 EHD delivers a compelling package in terms of aesthetics, comfort, intelligence, and powertrain efficiency, making it a sophisticated choice for young families. In a competitive segment that includes rivals like the Avatr 06 and NIO ET5, it will be interesting to see how the smart #6 EHD performs in the market.
