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2012 Smart ForTwo Price – € 10 275

Smart ForTwo has received a brand new facelift thus giving it striking new look, featuring an upgraded exterior and a fresh leather/fabric mix in the interior. It now has even more dynamic appearance, featuring a larger radiator grille with integrated logo, striking front aprons in a new design, horizontally arranged LED daytime driving lights, muscular side skirts and modified rear aprons. The chrome-coloured logo is now positioned straight on the black radiator grille. Moreover, the air inlets under the number plate have been combined into a single unit. The new, optionally available LED daytime driving lights are now arranged in horizontal fashion. There is also a choice of three new alloy wheels: the smart fortwo passion comes with a new 9-spoke alloy wheel; two additional alloy wheels fitted with wide tyres and featuring a 3-spoke and 3-twin-spoke design respectively round off the range. In addition, the choice of colours includes seven different options. , including matt anthracite for the first time.

Although the general focus here is on the exterior, there are changes inside the car as well: new, high-quality interior package in crystal grey, including a fresh leather/fabric combination for the seats, an imitation leather/fabric mix for the door trims and black imitation leather for the instrument panel in combination with a grey knee pad.Thee front grille and the rear trim strip are in silver, while the front spoiler, side skirts and rear apron are painted in the car’s exterior colour.

2012 smart fortwo will continue to be available as a coupé and cabrio version and with six engine and motor variants. The spectrum ranges from the environment-friendly electric power train in the fortwo electric drive and the efficient micro hybrid petrol engine through the powerful turbo petrol engine to the fuel-efficient cdi turbodiesel. Prices begin at € 10 275 for the smart fortwo 45 kW mhd pure.

Here is an overview of the engine range:

Model type	cc	Output kW/hp	Maximum torque	l/100 km	CO₂ g/km	0-100 km/h (s)	Top speed km/h	Purchase price in € (incl. 19% VAT)
smart fortwo 40 kW cdi	799	40/54	130 Nm	3.3 (3.3)	86 (87)	16.8	135	from 12 095
smart fortwo 45 kW mhd*	999	45/61	89 Nm	4.2 (4.3)	97 (98)	16.8	145	from 10 275
smart fortwo 52 kW mhd	999	52/71	92 Nm	4.2 (4.3)	97 (98)	13.7	145	from 10 835
smart fortwo 62 kW	999	62/84	120 Nm	4.9 (4.9)	114 (115)	10.7	145	from 12 885
smart fortwo 75 kW BRABUS	999	75/102	147 Nm	5.2	119	8.9	155	from 17 220
smart fortwo electric drive	–	35 kW constant 55 kW peak	130 Nm	–	–	< 13	> 120	under 19 000

The smart fortwo is available for ordering now. The first vehicles will reach dealers at the beginning of April.

Source: Smart

February 1, 2012

2012 Carlsson Smart

2012 Carlsson Smart is now the newest tuning that a Smart can get. And as you view the pictures below, I am sure you think it’s worth it. Carlsson now offer this modification of the vehicle, which includes aerodynamic components, light alloy wheels in up to 17“ and complete interior enhancements in finest Carlsson Nappa leather. Besides those various possibilities for exterior refinements, the tuners now offer also performance kit for the Smart, called CK10.

The CK10 enhances the overall performance of the vehicle. In details, it endows the small city runabout with 82kW (112hp) and 158Nm (117 lb-ft) of torque. This was made possible thank to the special set-up of the engine management system and a sport air filter. Moreover the Carlsson engineers not only obtained a considerable increase in power output and torque, but also they have increased the number of the top speed.

Source: Carlsson

January 24, 2012

2011 TOP 5 Tunings of Small Cars

We have seen this year some incredible tunings which have left a big impression in our mind. However, some of the greatest tunings were made on … the tiniest car segment. In this top 5 are presented some of the most remarkable tunings made on small cars such as Smart for two and Volkswagen Beetle. The selection is based on the overall outlook of the car, i.e. the tuned exterior, the improvements made to enhance its performance, and of course – on the interior.

SMART FORTWO DISCO BALL

Number five in our chart is for this incredible tuning of the Smart ForTwo electric vehicle. The car was transformed into a disco ball and it draws the immediate attention and admiration of the viewer. The show car is completely covered in reflective glass tiles from the roof to the tires. Of course the tuning wasn’t made purposeless, but the Smart was used in the art film Pixel City. The whole idea came from the experimental band Apparatjik. We should admit that it sounds and looks more than interesting. However, there was no tuning concerning the interior or the power of the car. For this reason we award this cute little fellow with the last place.

Smart ForTwo Disco Ball

Exterior:	[rating:6/6]
Interior:	[rating:1/6]
Performance:	[rating:1/6]

ABT VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE

This place goes for ABT’s Beetle. The power of this car is boosted up to 240PS (176 kW). And the styling package consists of a new front bumper, a rear diffuser with oval exhaust pipes and a pair of side skirts. In addition there are also headlight brows and some nice graphics.

There’s nothing done in the interior and for this reason the tuning gets the number 4 in the chart.

ABT Volkswagen Beetle

Exterior:	[rating:4/6]
Interior:	[rating:2/6]
Performance:	[rating:4/6]

VILNER SMART FOTTWO SQUARE STYLE

Here we have another Smart ForTwo. However this version of the car was completely transformed both inside and outside by the Vilner Tuning Company. Vilner used orange foil with patterns of stitching for the exterior with full chrome panles and orange soft for the alloy wheels, mirrors and other details. The interior boasts new two-tone leather upholstery, new trim for the dashboard, roof and door panels. In addition ForTwo also received special floor mats. Having all this in mind, undeniably the Vilner Smart ForTwo is a real eye-catcher!

Vilner Smart FotTwo Square Style

Exterior:	[rating:5/6]
Interior:	[rating:6/6]
Performance:	[rating:1/6]

ROMEO FERRARIS CINQUONE STRADALE

The second place goes to the version of Romeo Ferraris Abarth 500 Cinquone Stradale race car. The small vehicle has the same exterior as the race car, which includes an aerodynamics package consisting of new bonnet with two air scoops for engine cooling, new front bumper with a big central air intake, integrated wide body fenders and skirts and finally a new rear bumper with central exhaust tips. The power is enhanced up to 300PS (220 kW), which is just 60PS (44 kW) less than the race car. The interior boosts are a complete roll bar, and a lot of carbon fiber as well as carbon race seats with OMP 4-point seatbelts.

Romeo Ferraris Cinquone Stradale

Exterior:	[rating:3/6]
Interior:	[rating:4/6]
Performance:	[rating:6/6]

COVEREFX MINI COOPER WORKS

This astonishing and at the same time extremely different conversion of Mini Cooper Works was made by CoverEFX, the well known Germany-based tuner. The upgrades here are in both performance and styling. At first sight this adorable Mini Cooper Works immediately draws the attention. The exterior here consists of fully foil-finished body in black leather style. Moreover, as you can see, there are added thousands of hand glued small gold elements. The “Mini” is backed by sleek 17-inch OZ LM Wave lightweight alloys in the same black/gold style fitted with Toyo R888 84W tires in the dimensions 205/40 R17. The tuners have also modified the performance of the car which boosts the power to to 252 horsepower and 382 Nm

In the terms of power, CoverEFX is offering two stages of performance boosting for the MINI Cooper Works: Stage 1 features an ECU remap to 252 horsepower (185 kW) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft.). In addition there is mounted a 2.5-inch exhaust unit with Milltek downpipe, sports catalyst and extra large sports air filter.

Unfortunately there is nothing done to improve the interior. Nonetheless the CoverEFX MINI stands out as a true masterpiece, with own individuality and impact, and this is the reason it wins the first place in our chart.

Stay tuned for next weeks 2011 TOP 10 Tunings!

CoverEFX MINI Cooper Works

Exterior:	[rating:6/6]
Interior:	[rating:3/6]
Performance:	[rating:5/6]

December 22, 2011

BRABUS ULTIMATE Electric Drive Smart ForTwo Convertible

BRABUS ULTIMATE electric drive is based on Smart ForTwo convertible. It will hit the market in spring 2012 with more power and better performance than its production brethren. Still, there are no exact figures for the ecofriendly city sports car.

Originally the electric drive vehicles has a less than thrilling sound and is particularly heard to hear for pedestrians and bicyclists alike. However, a BRABUS sound generator lends the ULTIMATE electric drive the sound of a V8 engine or space-age soundscapes whose volume is dependent on the position of the accelerator pedal. Great! First, we have to drive underpowered small electric cars and now we will make them to sound like a real car. No thanks!

The exterior comes in matte white and features BRABUS WIDESTAR fender flares front and back to make space for the large BRABUS Monoblock VI in dimensions 7J x 18” with 205/35 R 18 high-performance tires up front and 8.5J x 18” with 235/30 R 18 for the rear.

The wider track of the widened two-door car contributes to its agile and safe handling as does the height-adjustable coilover suspension.

The front spoiler reduces lift on the front axle and the WIDESTAR side skirts of the wide version create a visually and aerodynamically harmonious transition between the fender flares front and back.

The interior boasts all-leather upholstery including seats, door panels and dashboard. The white leather is sewn with the finest green thread. Green trim and green accessories in the cockpit add further contrasts.

BRABUS ULTIMATE Electric Drive Smart ForTwo Convertible

Source: Brabus

December 8, 2011

Smart ForTwo WeSC

Smart WeSC is completed thanks to the cooperation of the famous street fashion brand. The showcar will be exhibited at the IAA Frankfurt.

The small city car is finished in gold shades, partly matt, partly high-gloss, and all the colours have been created for the Swedish label by the car tuner BRABUS.

It is powered by a small turbocharged petrol engine with 102PS (75 kW). It also comes with full aerodynamics body kit and black alloy wheels.

The interior boasts leather upholstered seats and a sport steering wheel.

Smart took care of the design of the 32-ohm headphones from WeSC, giving a nod to the car’s look, as can be seen in the perforated black ear pads and high-gloss golden highlights. The headphones will be available from spring 2012 as well as the car itself.

Source: Smart

September 7, 2011

2012 Smart ForTwo Electric Drive vs. E-bike

2012 Smart ForTwo Electric Drive gives unique zero-emission driving pleasure. What is more, the small city car will soon be available worldwide and that’s not everything. The EV will come along with its new ebike. Great idea, in case you ran out of electricity, which happens very often with these vehicles.

The new ForTwo ED is powered by a 55kW (75PS) electric motor, which gives top speed of 120 km/h (75 mph) and 0 to 100 km/h in around 13 seconds. The Li-ion battery pack has a capacity of 17.6 kWh, which means a range of up to 140 km (87 miles) in the city. Still, we don’t believe that and you should get the bike, too.

“The smart fortwo has exceeded itself. It has always been a pioneer of urban mobility and with the new electric drive it is once again setting standards with even more driving fun and environmental compatibility,” said Dr. Annette Winkler, Head of smart.

“With the new generation the frequently cited “electric era” has finally arrived.”, she added.

2012 Smart ForTwo ED will make its official debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Motorshow and will hit the market in the beginning of the next year. The interesting ebike will hit the market in 2012, too. Just in time to buy it with the electric Smart. As you may suggest, it is not an ordinary bike… it has a small 250 WATT electric motor mounted on the rear wheel with a 0.4 kW battery pack. So, if you can’t get to your destination with the electric Smart, you will eventually use electric bike and if this doesn’t work, too… Just go on foot!

The ebike is priced at €2 900.

2012 Smart ForTwo Electric Drive FrontSide

A comparison of the two smart fortwo electric drive generations

	Second generation	Third generation
Production volume	> 2000 vehicles	Five-figure production volume
Availability	18 markets	More than 30 markets
Output	20 kW constant 30 kW peak	35 kW constant 55 kW peak
Max. speed	100 km/h	> 120 km/h
Acceleration 0 – 60 km/h	6.5 s	5 s
Battery	Lithium-ion battery from Tesla	Lithium-ion battery from Deutsche ACCUmotive

Source: Mercedes-Benz

August 16, 2011

Smart ForTwo Disco Ball

An interesting idea is to turn a car into a disco ball and not just any type of vehicle, but a Smart ForTwo electric drive.

The show car is completely covered in reflective glass tiles from the roof to the tires. It is used in the film titled Pixel City, which will be shown as part of an art installation at the Neue Nationalgalerie in Berlin on March 26 and 27.

The whole idea came from the experimental band Apparatjik. The group members include well-known pop musicians Magne Furuholmen of a-ha, Guy Berryman of Coldplay, Jonas Bjerre of Mew and music producer Martin Terefe.

The art installation “Apparatjik Light Space Modular” features an interactive display which collects data to be turned into a song.

Sounds interesting!

source: smart

March 18, 2011

Smart Forspeed Concept

Smart will reveal ForSpeed Concept at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, which will start in the beginning of March. Smart ForSpeed Concept is an electric powered roadster designed by Steffen Kohl, who commented:

“Look at the fullness of the car’s exterior surfaces. This is important and will be reflected in future production models”.

ForSpeed is powered by 30kW (40PS) electric motor mounted in the rear. The range is more than satisfying – 135 km (84 miles). (more…)

February 21, 2011

Smart ForYou

Smart now offers foryou customisation programme to personalise the appearance of your car. There are some unique graphics that can be applied to the body panels and tridion safety cell.

The fun, cool character of smart is reflected in 33 exclusive designs that are available from launch. Designs available include “Flying Flag”, “Modern Flame”, “Double Sport Stripe”, “Graffiti”, “Rainbow” and “Butterflies”. (more…)

February 18, 2011

Smart fortwo Pulse

Smart fortwo Pulse is a new, sharper and sportier model of the renowned urban mini, which will hit the brand dealerships this April. Fitted with a fresh, newly-styled front and rear aprons and side skirts, the Smart Pulse also hosts a sport s package as standard. (more…)

January 26, 2011

Smart ForTwo Lightshine Edition

A new edition of Smart is now available. It features enhancements to the latest new generation ForTwo and reaffirms the cdi model as the CO₂ world champion for combustion engine vehicles.

The exterior boasts colour coded front and rear aprons, sideskirts and filler cap of the new passion. The paint is a combination of light green matt body panels. (more…)

January 12, 2011

Romeo Ferraris Smart ForTwo

Romeo Ferraris tuned one of the smallest cars on the market – Smart ForTwo.

The body kit features modified bumpers, carbon fiber details and 17″ alloys fitted with Yokohama Parada tires. The interior boasts a full leather with Alcantara accents, and carbon fiber or wood trim.

There is also a performance package, which boosts the petrol engine with 23PS (17 kW) and the diesel received additional 21PS (15 kW). The results are thanks to a remapped ECU. (more…)

December 2, 2010

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