Increased performance where applicable for stronger acceleration and improved working capability.
STEINBAUER application
Smart EV Tuning for the Smart EQ4 Fortwo (Model Year: 2017-2024)
16.7 kWh
Looking for Smart EV tuning for the Smart EQ4 Fortwo (Model Year: 2017-2024)? The application-specific STEINBAUER plug-and-play PowerModule enhances electric motor performance without permanently modifying the vehicle's original software. It increases power from 80 BHP to 95 BHP, with torque increasing from 160 Nm to 184 Nm. The module also provides enhanced regenerative braking and energy recuperation.
Key benefits
- Application-specific EV performance — calibrated for the individual electric drivetrain and vehicle.
- Factory control systems retained — the STEINBAUER system works alongside the vehicle's original electronics.
- Improved response and acceleration where supported by the specific EV application.
- Enhanced recuperation available on compatible applications for increased regenerative braking effect.
- Removable plug-in solution designed to allow the vehicle to be returned to its original configuration.
Vehicle details
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- Manufacturer
- Smart
- Model
- EQ4 Fortwo (Model Year: 2017-2024)
- Engine
- 16.7 kWh
- Displacement
- To be confirmed
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Performance comparison
Power (BHP)
Illustrative electric-motor speed curve
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Standard
80 BHP
STEINBAUER
95 BHP
+15 BHP
Torque (Nm)
Illustrative electric-motor speed curve
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Standard
160 Nm
STEINBAUER
184 Nm
+24 Nm
Increased recuperation
Relative recuperation comparison
Standard
100%
STEINBAUER
150%
+50% recuperation
STEINBAUER Technology
- External ECU technology — Works alongside the original engine management system without permanently rewriting the factory ECU software.
- Load-dependent performance — Additional power and torque are delivered progressively as engine demand increases.
- Application-specific calibration — Developed specifically for the individual engine and application rather than using a generic universal setting.
Electric performance
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Power and recuperation, application by application
Compatible EV applications are developed around the individual electric drivetrain and may offer increased output, enhanced recuperation or both.
Response
Sharper electric-motor response where supported by the application.
Power
Increased output on compatible EV performance applications.
Recuperation
Enhanced regenerative braking on supported vehicles.
Plug-in solution
Designed to work alongside the vehicle’s original electronics.
Illustrative simulated performance graphic based on published application data. Curves are illustrative and are not measured dyno traces.
Installation guides
Installation instructions for STEINBAUER part number 240053 .
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How Smart EV tuning works
Unlike conventional engine tuning, Smart electric vehicle tuning works with the electric drivetrain's original control systems. The vehicle-specific STEINBAUER plug-and-play EV PowerModule is developed for the Smart EQ4 Fortwo (Model Year: 2017-2024) to provide increased power and torque, sharper acceleration, improved response and enhanced regenerative braking.
Published figures for this Smart EV tuning application show power increasing from 80 BHP to 95 BHP, with torque increasing from 160 Nm to 184 Nm. The module also increases energy recuperation during deceleration without permanently rewriting the original ECU software.
Can the Smart EQ4 Fortwo (Model Year: 2017-2024) be tuned?
Yes. Compatible Smart electric vehicles can be fitted with an application-specific STEINBAUER Smart EV tuning module. Check the exact model, vehicle specification and application details on this page before ordering.
Why choose STEINBAUER?
Intelligent performance technology
Improved pulling power throughout the usable engine speed range.
Original ECU programming and factory engine safety parameters remain active.
The vehicle or machine can be returned to its original factory configuration.