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Smart has introduced the 2010 model year Fortwo that benefits from a revised diesel engine as well as from minor optimizations for the petrol units. The re-engineered 3-cylinder diesel now has an output of 54HP or 21 percent more power than before and a maximum torque of 130Nm, an increase of 18 percent. Even though the more powerful diesel makes the Fortwo more lively allowing the mini to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h (62mph) in 16.8 sec, combined fuel consumption still stands at 3.4lt/100km (69mpg US) while CO2 emissions also remain at just 88 g/km.
- Carlsson Adds Some Zing To The Smart Fortwo In Geneva
Together with its existing styling upgrades for both the exterior and the interior of the Smart Fortwo, German tuning house Carlsson presented a performance kit for the Daimler group's smallest model at this week's Geneva Motor Show. Carlsson's...
- 2009 Smart Fortwo 61hp And 71hp Get Standard Micro Hybrid Drive And Equipment Upgrades
For the 2009 model year, the Fortwo 61hp and 71hp will feature the firm's micro hybrid drive system as standard while Smart has also enhanced the minicar's equipment levels. When Smart says 'micro hybrid drive' or MHD for short, what the...
- Smart Fortwo To Be Sold In Brazil From 2009
Having already made its way to the North American continent, the Smart brand is now heading south and in particular to Brazil. The announcement was made today at the Sao Paulo Auto Show where the Fortwo celebrated its domestic debut. Smart will tap in...
- 2008 Smart Fortwo Brabus: 97hp Versions Go On Sale
Following the 2008 Fortwo Brabus' Geneva Show premier back in March, Smart announced the European launch of it's pimped Fortwo which will be available in two body types -Coupe and Cabrio, both of which will be offered in two trims, the basic...
- 2007 Smart Fortwo Coupe & Cabrio Official Pics & Info
UPDATE: 2007 Smart Fortwo Video Following yesterday's premature leak, we've obtained the press kit and the full series photos from Smart's 2007 Fortwo. Available in Coupe & Cabrio versions, the second generation Fortwo adopts the key characteristics...
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2010 Smart Fortwo: 21 Percent More Power, Same Fuel Consumption for Diesel Model
Smart has introduced the 2010 model year Fortwo that benefits from a revised diesel engine as well as from minor optimizations for the petrol units. The re-engineered 3-cylinder diesel now has an output of 54HP or 21 percent more power than before and a maximum torque of 130Nm, an increase of 18 percent. Even though the more powerful diesel makes the Fortwo more lively allowing the mini to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h (62mph) in 16.8 sec, combined fuel consumption still stands at 3.4lt/100km (69mpg US) while CO2 emissions also remain at just 88 g/km. F
or the petrol range, Smart's engineers optimized the engine and the transmission management in order to comply with the more demanding EU5 exhaust gas standards.
Other changes for the 2010MY Fortwo include new contrast components in shiny pearl black for the interior along with a new folding armrest which is available as an option. Further optional equipment includes the smart hands-free system with a colour display and extensive multimedia functions.
In Europe, the updated Smart Fortwo is available for order now with prices for the petrol models remaining unchanged while the 54HP Fortwo cdi starts from €11,790 in Germany.
- Carlsson Adds Some Zing To The Smart Fortwo In Geneva
Together with its existing styling upgrades for both the exterior and the interior of the Smart Fortwo, German tuning house Carlsson presented a performance kit for the Daimler group's smallest model at this week's Geneva Motor Show. Carlsson's...
- 2009 Smart Fortwo 61hp And 71hp Get Standard Micro Hybrid Drive And Equipment Upgrades
For the 2009 model year, the Fortwo 61hp and 71hp will feature the firm's micro hybrid drive system as standard while Smart has also enhanced the minicar's equipment levels. When Smart says 'micro hybrid drive' or MHD for short, what the...
- Smart Fortwo To Be Sold In Brazil From 2009
Having already made its way to the North American continent, the Smart brand is now heading south and in particular to Brazil. The announcement was made today at the Sao Paulo Auto Show where the Fortwo celebrated its domestic debut. Smart will tap in...
- 2008 Smart Fortwo Brabus: 97hp Versions Go On Sale
Following the 2008 Fortwo Brabus' Geneva Show premier back in March, Smart announced the European launch of it's pimped Fortwo which will be available in two body types -Coupe and Cabrio, both of which will be offered in two trims, the basic...
- 2007 Smart Fortwo Coupe & Cabrio Official Pics & Info
UPDATE: 2007 Smart Fortwo Video Following yesterday's premature leak, we've obtained the press kit and the full series photos from Smart's 2007 Fortwo. Available in Coupe & Cabrio versions, the second generation Fortwo adopts the key characteristics...