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Smart Fortwo Perfect for the Urban Traffic

The economical Smart Fortwo rated at 71 HP (52 kW) is now available for ordering with a twinamic dual clutch transmission. Gear shifting, then, becomes possible to be carried out automatically or manually.

Thanks to this twinamic transmission, the changing of gears becomes smoother, easier and without any interruptions in tractive power. What is more due to the twinamic, the small Fortwo is cabaple of speeding up from 0 to 60 mph (100 km/h) in 15.1 seconds, reaching a top speed of 151 km/h. The combined fuel consumption is 4.1 litres of petrol per 100 kilometres, which equals a CO2 figure of 94 grams per kilometre.

Crafted out as a 3-shaft dual clutch manual transmission, the twinamic automatic transmission has six forward gears and one reverse gear. The clutch actuation and gear changing are automatic. Nevertheless, the choice of manual or automatic shifting is a way of offering a more convenient driving, especially in urban traffic. Taking advantage of the manual shifting becomes possible by using the selector lever in a separate gate or by the shift paddles which are part of the Sports package. Customers, as excepted, should pay additional sum for the twinamic. For instance, in the standard version it will cost 1275 euros (RRP, incl. 19% VAT); in combination with the passion, prime and proxy lines 1000 euros (RRP, incl. 19% VAT).

The first Smart Fortwo models with twinamic will be delivered in March 2015.

Source: Smart

January 15, 2015

Smart Fortwo Edition Flashlight Cabrio – Big Name for a Small-sized Car

Smart has revealed the fortwo edition flashlight cabrio at the 2015 North American International Auto Show, ahead of its global deliveries beginning in April. The special model implements premium sporty feel on the outside as well as on the inside too.

There are three different engine-versions available for the Smart fortwo edition flashlight cabrio. It can be purchased with a three-cylinder 1.0-liter naturally aspirated engine which develops at 71 HP (52 kW) at the price of €17,580. There is also a turbocharged 84 HP (62 kW) variant at €18,150. Lastly, Smart is offering a 55 kW electric model that costs €22,992.

There is a choice of body panels for the edition flashlight, so customers can select either a deep black or an exclusive matte crystal white finish. Still though, the tradition safety cell and door mirror caps in lava orange are available for all cars. The special edition is additionally differentiated from other models thanks to the black radiator grille, black alloy wheels in a 3-twin-spoke design with lava orange hub covers providing striking accents, H7 projection headlamps with a titanium-colored background and the edition logo in the mirror triangle.

In terms of interior design, the style of the new Smart fortwo edition flashlight cabrio is highlighted by black leather seats with black fabric inserts on the backrests. The orange contrasting stitching contributes with a genuine effectiveness too. There is also a three-spoke leather steering wheel, one-of-a-kind “edition flashlight” floor mats. Lastly, a softouch automatic gearshift programme and an Audio-System basic come as standard features. The latter includes an RDS radio with USB and AUX ports for MP3 or CD player, two integrated loudspeakers and an additional drawer below the operating unit.

Source: Smart

January 12, 2015

BRABUS smart electric drive Goes Shopping

You must hurry with the Christmas presents if you haven’t already bought them, because the holidays are coming closer. And if in the city centre there’s not a parking space available, then BRABUS have the solution. They know a way around this: first – it has to be a late night shopping, and secondly – it has to be in 2014 BRABUS smart electric drive. We are not speaking mere talks, but this is exactly what happened at the Galleries Lafayette in Berlin, Germany.

Whether drawn by reindeer (in the case of Santa Claus) or in a normal car, finding a place to park, especially in a big capital city such as Berlin is always hard. And in fact, this is particularly challenging during winter holidays.

Why this emission-free smart BRABUS electric drive is the perfect solution? First, because one can transport loads of presents and can be also accompanied by someone special. In addition, they can find a parking space faster than in a bigger car … or Santa’s old sleigh. In fact, in the aforementioned gallery he was allowed to drive the smart directly into the store itself.

What is more, at the store, he also charged the smart battery with the help of a 220-volt socket. The other benefits of this little smart are that it is driven by a 60 kW electric motor. It is hardly believable that it can accelerate from 0 to 60 km/h in only 4.4 seconds and running to its maximum speed of 130 km/h.

The driving range of the 17.6 kWh lithium-ion battery is circa 145 kilometres in the city traffic. The advantage: there are no local emissions! This BRABUS smart fortwo electric drive is also available as a coupé and a cabrio, without the tuning of the famous company. However, it will be driven by a less potent 55 kW engine.

2014 BRABUS smart electric drive has a starting price of 18,910 euros.

Source: Smart

December 15, 2014

2015 Smart Family Grows to Six Versions

The new smart which debuted recently is set to expand to six models. The entry level variants begin with the 45 kW variants of the smart fortwo and smart forfour, while at the top of the range sits the 66 kW forfour. Although so tiny cars, they come with a comprehensive scope of safety and comfort equipment. Take a look at the LED daytime driving lights for example. The names of the three lines which serve to upgrade the smart fortwo and smart forfour are passion, prime and proxy. Their features include a leather multifunction steering wheel, an instrument cluster with 3.5-inch TFT colour display and heated seats.

Have in mind that smart has also included a lot of standard features such as central locking with radio remote control, visual locking-verification signal and immobiliser, cruise control with limiter, exterior temperature indicator with frost warning. Other added equipment is the instrument cluster with monochrome LCD display and trip computer and electric windows at the front.

Numerous optional equipment features are also there to make customer’s experience more comfortable. A highlight is the JBL Soundsystem, which incorporates a 6-channel DSP amplifier (240 watt) in the fortwo and an 8-channel DSP amplifier (320 watt) on board the forfour.

In addition, the optional heated seats for driver and front passenger,automatic climate control, dashboard instrument with cockpit clock and rev counter, rear parking aid with audible warning and reversing camera offer further scope for individualisation.

Five practical package will round out the new smart generation. Namely they are the Sports, LED & Sensor, Comfort, Cool & Audio and Cool & Media packages. They add from daytime driving lights featuring LED fibre-optic technology, Bluetooth and navigation, to the new smart media system with the 17.8 cm (7-inch) multi-touch display.

The cars are currently available to order with a starting price of €10,335. The delivery is scheduled for January next year.

Smart Fortwo and Forfour Models Specifications:

	fortwo 45 kW	forfour 45 kW	forfour 66 kW
Number of cylinders / arrangement	3/R	3/R	3/R
Engine capacity (cc)	999	999	898
Rated output (kW/hp)at rpm	45/606000	45/606000	66/905500
Rated torque (Nm)at rpm	912850	912850	1352500
Combined fuel consumption (l/100 km)	4.5	4.7	n/a
Combined CO2 emissions (g/km)	104	108	n/a
Efficiency class	C	C	n/a
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s)	15.6	16.7	11.2
Maximum speed (km/h)	151	151	165
Price starting at (€)1	10,335	10,995	12,450

Source: Smart

November 18, 2014

Brand New Smart Fortwo and Forfour – pictures and details

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Smart has introduced the all-new ForTwo and ForFour at a special ceremony in Berlin, Germany. The small city cars were finally revealed after a long teaser campaign. Both of them boast a completely new exterior compared to the predecessor and resemble to Toyota iQ a lot.

The exterior of the 2015 Smart ForTwo/ForFour boasts a new front fascia with a honeycomb grille. It is flanked by a bigger headlights coming with integrated DRLs (daytime running lights). There is a higher rear bonnet and a bold overall stance. Last, but not least is the contrasting Tridion safety cell. The dimensions measure 2,690 mm in length, 1,660 mm in width and 1,550 mm in height with a wheelbase of 1,873 mm – ForTwo, while the ForFour is slightly longer – 3,490 mm with a wheelbase of 2494 mm. the luggage compartment is 185 liter with rear seats up and 975 liters, when folded down.

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There are three trim levels and the standard equipment includes: LED DRLs, central locking with radio remote control, visual locking-verification signal and immobilizer, cruise control with limiter (variable speed limitation), exterior temperature indicator with frost warning, instrument cluster with monochrome LCD display and trip computer and electric windows in the front and others. Both models are equipped with an automatic start/stop system.

The engine range includes a 1.0 liter naturally aspirated petrol – 71HP (52 kW) and 91Nm (67 lb-ft) of torque. There is also a 0.9 liter turbocharged petrol with 90HP (66 kW) and 135Nm (100 lb-ft). There will be also a “basic petrol engine” delivering just 60HP (45 kW). The gearbox variants include: 5-speed manual or a twinamic 6-speed dual clutch automatic.

The official pricing is not announced, yet.

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Source : Daimler

July 28, 2014

Smart ForFour Edition 1

The 2^nd generation of Smart ForFour has received Edition 1 treatment. The Special Edition model will be offered during the first twelve months of production. Still, no words about pricing, but we expect several thousands more.

Smart ForFour Edition 1 comes with a number of upgrades including a graphite paint finish combined with Tridion safety cell in lava orange or optionally in black. There is also a panoramic roof with sunblind, a set of 16” black alloy wheels in 8-Y-spoke design – 6J x 16” ET44 fitted with 185/50 R16 at the front and 6.5J x 16” ET40 fitted with 205/45 R16 rear. Other special features include a radiator grille in black, exterior mirror caps in Tridion color as well as an exhaust system with chrome tailpipe.

The interior boasts new two-tone upholstery for the seats in black/orange as well as instrument panel and door center panels in orange fabric and trims in black/gray. Other extras include 3.5” TFT instrument cluster; Cool & Audio Package with automatic climate control and audio system; Direct steering with speed-dependent power assistance and variable steering ratio; Velour floor mats with edition #1 logo; Knob in leather, sports pedals in brushed stainless steel with rubber studs; multifunction sports steering wheel in 3-spoke design in leather; Vanity mirror in the sun visor for driver and passenger; Spectacles compartment for driver, passenger grab handle, trunk lights and inside door opener in matte chrome.

Source: blog.mercedes-benz-passion.com

July 28, 2014

2014 Smart ForTwo vs 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class – Crash Test

Here is a very interesting video featuring the new 2014 Smart ForTwo and the latest Mercedes-Benz S-Class. They are involved in a head-collision crash test proving that the small car, which is half of the weight of the big saloon is just as safe as the S-Class.

2014 Smart ForTwo is even more safe than the legal requirements. In some points in terms of safety, the small city car exceeds the Euro NCAP regulations. This was demonstrated by a recent in-house offset crash against a Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The impact speed is 50 km/h with 50 % overlap and the Smart offers its two passengers an intact occupant space and excellent chances of survival.

After all, the new Smart ForTwo has undergone the same development programme as, for example, the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Daimler’s 75 years of safety expertise and smart’s 21 years of expertise in building small cars have gone into the safety concept of the new smart generation.

You can see, how the main frame of the 2014 Smart ForTwo is virtually intact and the doors can be opened without additional devices used in heavily crashed vehicles.

Of course, the new Smart doesn’t have so much crumple zones as the 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan, but still offers impressive passenger protection.

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Source: Mercedes-Benz

July 18, 2014

Smart Fortwo And Forfour World Premiere [TEASER]

New smart fortwo and smart forfour are to make a world premiere today in Berlin, Germany. The next model generation super-minis are giving their debut under the motto “FOR a new urban joy” and they are to prove that they are the best city cars in the world. Daimler has announced that the smarts will include features that make the fortwo edition an “urban original” and the forfour – “smart among the four-seaters”.

In the slogan “FOR a new urban joy” “FOR” stands for the brand’s positive outlook. It also indicates an increased quality of life and more fun in the urban area. At the presentation of the new models, there will be included a line-up which is colourful, varied, and both informative and entertaining.

At the premiere there will also be present the providers car2go and moovel, representing the intelligent urban mobility, with the success story of car2go in particular linked to the agile city runabouts from smart. At the event there will be also smart’s product exhibition.

It will focus on the design and innovative technology of the new smart models. It will also highlight their extremely compact quality. In fact, Daimler states that the future generation fortwo is not longer than its predecessor. However, it will offer much more in terms of comfort, safety, functionality and driving pleasure.

Source: Daimler

July 16, 2014

Brabus Smart ForTwo Fan Edition

Smart has unveiled a special ForTwo Brabus Fan Editoin, which will be exhibited in Cascais, Portugal between July 17^th to 19^th. The convertible small car boasts a unique styling created by the fans.

Several weeks ago, the manufacturer asked its fans to build and vote their favorite ForTwo Edition and now after the contest has ended, the final configuration will be revealed.

The exterior boasts glossy deep blue body paint combined with a white safety cell. There are also Brabus matte grey alloy wheels fitted with low-profile tires and some dark elements. The interior boasts complete white leather upholstery with embroidered headrests and diamond quilting on the seat’s side supports.

A totally 13,863 fans expressed their vote during the contest and one of them will win a five-day trip for two people at the Smart Times 14 event. Smart is expected to introduce the all-new ForTwo in Berlin, Germany this month.

Originally, Brabus Smart ForTwo Cabrio is powered by a 1.0 liter three-cylinder turbocharged petrol with 120HP (88 kW) at 6,000RPM and 160Nm (118 lb-ft) of torque at 2,250RPM. 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds and a top speed of 170 km/h (112 mph), which is quite much for such a small car (curb weight of around 800 kg).

June 9, 2014

Brabus And Smart Invite Fans To Create Unique Model [VIDEO]

2014 Brabus Smart Fan Edition is a very special model. It was created by Brabus and Smart as wished for by the fans of one of the smallest cars in the automotive industry. In fact, this is the goal of an unusual social media campaign that smart is launching today on Facebook. The end result will be to bring the unique vehicle to the road. The project can easily stand under the name of “anything but convetional” and the major contributor for the realization of this is Brabus.

An interesting fact is that Brabus has delivered more than 50,000 customised vehicles to the roads and this is since 2012. But the smart Brabus fan edition is breaking new ground: all smart fans are able to vote online for the configuration of the special model that will go on sale in the fall.

There will be five rounds of online voting and those who are interested are invited to vote on Smart’s official Facebook page. There, participants can vote on the color of the body-panels, the color of the tridion safety cell, the color of the seats and their quilting and the design of light-alloy wheels. In the end, the fans will have designed their ideal car.

The tuning company has developed an individualization program, which give the customers the option of a tailor made Smart Fortwo, which to match entirely their style and taste. They can choose among many features and add extra packages.

For instance, there is an available color package as well as leather package for the interior. The combined fuel consumption of the car is rated at 4.2 l/100 km, while the combined CO2 emissions at 97 g / km.

Source: Smart

May 15, 2014

Special Model Smart Fortwo Called The Citybeam

Smart-Fortwo-Citybeam-shadow Smart-Fortwo-Citybeam-medium It seems that the Brussels motor show is happening right now, and a particularly unexciting piece of news reached our inbox today. The Smart Fortwo has turned up with a new special edition. It’s the Citybeam.

We don’t know why they’ve called it that. We do know, however, that it has its body panels available in light blue, silver metallic or matt anthracite. We had to look up that last one. The Smart’s tridion safety cell (that is, it’s body) comes only in silver. So why do we get to see the most boring combination of all – silver + silver? Apparently, the Citybeam also boast a special type of 3-double spoked wheels measuring at 175/55 R15 at the front and 195/50 R15 at the back. For the sake of not confusing it for a generic silver Smart, it also has ‘Citybeam’ written on at the base of the A-pillar, LED daytime running lights and titanium-coloured headlights.

Inside, you get black leather seats with, you guessed it, crystal grey (how is that not silver again?) inserts and stitching. The instrument panel is also covered in leather, so is the wheel and the floor mats read, you guessed it, ‘Citybeam’.

In reality. though, the Crystalbeam is a Smart Fortwo Passion (Passion being the equipment line). In other words, a Softtouch automatic gearbox, electric windows, climate control, and a transparent panoramic roof with a sunblind. That last one comes only with the Citybeam Coupe. A Cabrio is also available.

Finally, in terms of power sources, the Citybeam will come with three choices: a 1.0-liter 3-cylinder engine with 71 hp; the same engine but turbocharged with 84 hp; and an electric motor good for 55 kWs of power output.

Prices will start from 14,490 Euros ($19,704).

Source: smart

January 10, 2014

Smart Fortwo BoConcept Edition Revealed

The newest addition in the Smart fleet of vehicles is the Smart Fortwo BoConcept Edition which has clear design influences referencing the latest home interior trends. For instance, in it are included matt surfaces, distinctive colors and bold material combinations. The model is a result of the cooperation between Smart brand and BoConcept – the Danish urban interior design specialist.

The exterior of the vehicle is decided in matt crystal white body panels, which is then complemented by distinctive light lemon mirror caps as well as accents on the 15-inch nine-spoke alloy wheels. In addition, on the mirror triangles can be seen BoConcept logos.

Inside the smart, one steps in to an ambient atmosphere that is created via the utilization of unique tobacco brown leather-look seats with grey quilted fabric inlays and light lemon double stitching. The dashboard, door panels and kneepad has the same color scheme. The steering wheel is two-spoke, wrapped in leather which also includes the light lemon color in terms of contrast double stitching.

Smart Fortwo BoConcept Edition is offered in two variants – coupé and cabriolet, and is based on the passion 71 hp (52 kW) mhd. However, it includes as a standard additional exclusive features such as highline multimedia and navigation system with 6.5-inch touch-screen, Bluetooth, iPod interface and CD/DVD player, air conditioning and electric windows.

Source: Smart

October 21, 2013

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