# Rapid Charge Electric SUVs The Smart 1 Compact SUV EV Offers Up to 273-Miles of Range By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-04-08 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-suv-ev References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/new-smart-1-compact-suv-ev-unveiled-08-04-2022/) & [media.smart](https://media.smart.com/eu/smart-celebrates-the-start-of-tomorrows-mobility-today-with-the-world-premiere-of-the-all-new-compact-suv--smart-1/)  The Smart 1 compact SUV EV is being launched by the brand in the UK as an ultra-efficient personal transportation solution that won't hold back when it comes to the latest technologies. The vehicle is equipped with a 66kWh battery pack that is rated to deliver up to 273-miles of range per charge, which makes it an efficient competitor against the existing models on the market. The vehicle also boasts a [150kW rapid charger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byd) feature that helps the battery to go from 10% to 80% in as little as 30-minutes. The Smart 1 compact SUV EV maintains an efficient design that will appear smaller compared to other models on the market, but offers a [spacious interior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-volvo-ex90) to please drivers and passengers alike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Rapid Charging Evs:** Opportunity to develop more efficient and faster charging technologies for electric vehicles. - **Compact SUV Evs:** Opportunity for car manufacturers to create more affordable and efficient compact SUV EV models for personal transportation. - **Long-range Evs:** Opportunity for car manufacturers to invest in developing electric vehicles with longer range capabilities to appeal to wider consumer needs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Industry:** Opportunity for car manufacturers to invest in developing and manufacturing electric vehicles that cater to consumer needs for efficient and eco-friendly transportation. - **Charging Technology Industry:** Opportunity for companies to create more effective and efficient charging technologies to support the growth of the electric vehicle industry. - **Sustainable Transportation Industry:** Opportunity for companies within the sustainable transportation industry to work towards developing more efficient and affordable electric vehicles for personal transportation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inaugural Midsized Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-5.md) - [Compact Long-Range Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-glb.md) - [Tech-Packed Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-eqe.md) - [Efficient Long-Range Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vauxhall-mokka-electric-long-range.md) - [Quick-Charge Electric CUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-inster.md) - [Extended Range Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-vauxhall-mokka.md) - [Efficient Performance Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-q6-suv-etron-performance.md) - [Sleek Solar-Powered SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humble-one-suv.md) - [Extra-Sporty Electric SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-q4-40-etron.md)