What does a Smart #1 Brabus (2023–) really cost?
Consumption (WLTP): 18.2 kWh/100 km · CO₂ 0 g/km
Every figure below is computed for this model — list price €53,490 (checked 27 Sept 2026), current tax and tariff assumptions, methodology open.
Monthly total cost by usage profile
| Profile | €/month | €/km |
|---|---|---|
| Low mileage (10,000 km/yr, 60 % charged at home) | €772 | €0.93 |
| Standard (15,000 km/yr, 80 % charged at home) | €825 | €0.66 |
| High mileage (25,000 km/yr, 70 % charged at home) | €957 | €0.46 |
6% below the SUV average
What the cost is made of
- DepreciationAnchored€62473 %
- EnergyCalibrated€11814 %
- Vehicle taxOfficial€0
- InsuranceCalibrated€799 %
- Maintenance & tyresModel€293 %
- THG bonusMarket-€25
- Total€825
Evidence classes: Official = rule or official value · Anchored = published market figure · Calibrated = model tuned to measured data · Model = documented estimate · Market = current market rate
Depreciation
Estimated value after 3 years (15,000 km/yr): ~€28,885 of €53,490 (−46 %). Based on a published residual — kfz-betrieb.vogel.de 11.07.2024 (Schwacke) (basis 36m/60000km).
Charging scenarios
- 100 % at home: €105/mo
- Mostly public (20 % home): €156/mo
Cheaper alternatives (SUV)
- MG MGS6 EV Luxury (2026–) — €816/mo, €9 less
- Kia EV6 Air 84 4WD (2024–) — €815/mo, €10 less
- Mercedes GLB 250+ (2026–) — €814/mo, €11 less
Frequently asked
How much does a Smart #1 Brabus (2023–) cost per month?
At 15,000 km/yr and 80 % home charging: about €825 per month all-in (depreciation, energy, tax, insurance, maintenance). At 10,000 km ~€772; at 25,000 km ~€957.
How much value does a Smart #1 Brabus (2023–) lose?
After 3 years an estimated ~€28,885 remains (−46 %). Basis: published residual (kfz-betrieb.vogel.de 11.07.2024 (Schwacke)).
What does charging a Smart #1 Brabus (2023–) cost?
Home-only ~€105/month; mostly public ~€156/month (15,000 km/yr, current tariffs, incl. real-world consumption uplift).