Smart #5: Don’t travel without your outdoor cinema!
This page is translated from the original post "Smart #5 : ne voyagez plus sans votre cinéma en plein air !" in French.
- 23/07/2025 17:10
In China, the Smart #5 offers an optional outdoor video entertainment system directly integrated into the grille.
In China, the automobile remains a true symbol of escape from the crowded city centers. A fantasy or real utility? Nonetheless, the accessories offered by manufacturers do evoke smiles on this side of the planet.
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Symbols of American automotive culture, of youth and a post-war suburban lifestyle, outdoor cinemas are now being reappropriated by Chinese culture in search of escape.
The Smart #5 thus creates a surprise by unveiling a novel feature in the automotive world: a projector designed for outdoor cinema enthusiasts. More than just a gadget, this innovation marks a turning point in the lifestyle approach of the Sino-German brand, now owned by the Geely group.
The “Outdoor Ambiance” package, sold for 10,990 yuan (about 1,300 euros), includes a projector integrated into the grille, a portable audio system by Sennheiser, and ambient lighting positioned on the roof to create a cozy atmosphere.
Missing the popcorn machine!
It is certain that you need an SUV to watch a movie outdoors since you will also have to equip yourself with folding chairs or inflatable seats, and especially a white screen to project the film. Cooler, popcorn machine, and ice maker, the trunk fills up quickly…
The movie starts from the touchscreen of the Smart #5. If you keep the doors open, the 20-speaker audio system provides an immersive sound experience. The Chinese manufacturer shares enticing figures:
- Full HD display quality in 1080p
- A maximum screen diagonal of 233 inches
- A lifespan of 20,000 hours, enough for a lifetime
A Chinese exclusive… for now?
The impact of all these gadgets on battery consumption is still unknown. Getting lost in the countryside to watch a movie and then running out of energy would be quite amusing, admit it…
No announcement has been made by Smart regarding the availability of the “Outdoor Ambiance” package in Europe. But given the success of outdoor equipment and the rise of “glamping”, it’s hard to imagine Smart not deploying this idea everywhere.
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