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Edition smart fortwo micro hybrid drive (mhd): Less petrol, less CO2, more comfort, more equipment.
smart will be launching an exclusive special model to mark the
production start of the new smart fortwo micro hybrid drive (mhd). Its
tridion safety cell gleams in silver, the bodypanels shine in brilliant
crystal white and the charming two-seater zips along on stylish
nine-spoke alloy wheels. Equipped with the new start/stop function, the
new model consumes 8 percent less fuel in the combined cycle, and 19
percent less fuel in urban traffic. Like the other smart fortwo micro
hybrid drive models, the exclusive edition can be ordered now.
Text and images courtesy of Daimler Chrysler UK.
The new edition smart fortwo mhd is based on the
pure coupé equipment variant with a 52 kW/71 bhp engine. Several
exclusive features make the edition smart fortwo micro hybrid drive a
real eye-catcher: the exclusive silver tridion safety cell combined
with crystal white bodypanels give it a fascinating, fresh look. Like
the tridion safety cell, the door mirror caps and the radiator grille
are also finished in silver and contribute to the attractive
appearance. 15 inch alloy wheels with a nine-spoke design and tyres
measuring 155/65 R 15 at the front and 175/60 R 15 at the rear give the
exterior a stylish finish.
Micro hybrid drive: Why use petrol when you are not driving?
The exclusive variant of the new smart fortwo
micro hybrid drive (mhd) demonstrates that clever technical concepts
enable smart solutions to be developed that make driving even more
pleasant, comfortable and environmentally friendly. The micro hybrid
drive technology now available for the smart fortwo makes this
possible. When the driver brakes and the vehicle's speed falls below 8
km/h, the engine shuts down automatically without the driver having to
do anything. In conjunction with the slightly modified gear ratios of
the automated manual transmission, this leads to a fuel saving of 8
percent in the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). The standard
consumption is reduced by 0.4 litres – from 4.7 litres to 4.3 litres
per 100 kilometres. There is also a corresponding reduction in CO2
emissions from 112 grams to approx. 103 grams per kilometre.
To achieve this, the new smart fortwo micro
hybrid drive automatically shuts down the engine completely whenever it
would normally be combusting fuel unnecessarily in idle position. As
soon as the driver releases the brake pedal, the engine restarts
automatically and the journey can continue immediately without a
noticeable delay. The driver doesn't need to do anything out of the
ordinary. In conjunction with the automated manual transmission that
comes as standard, the new start/stop technology thus guarantees
comfortable and straightforward driving with reduced fuel consumption.
At the heart of the start/stop system is a
special belt-driven starter generator. This replaces and does the work
of both the conventional starter and the alternator. When the engine is
running, it generates electric current for the vehicle's electrical
system, and when the engine needs to be started this is done smoothly
in a fraction of a second.
Extensive range of standard equipment
The extensive standard equipment of the edition
smart fortwo micro hybrid drive includes front airbags, seat belts with
belt tensioners and belt-force limiters, safety seats with integral
seat belts, esp, abs and integrated brake assist. Further standard
features include H7 headlamps featuring projection technology, central
locking with radio remote control, an exterior temperature indicator,
comfort windscreen wipers with speed-sensitive interval wiping and
indicators with lanechanger function.
A wide range of attractive options is also available to customers, for example:
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Automatic gearshift programme softouch
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smart radio 9 (RDS radio CD player, incl. 2 loudspeakers)
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smart sound system (two tweeters, two mid-range speakers, subwoofer, smart MP3 interface)
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Panoramic roof (incl. sunblind)
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Air conditioning with automatic temperature control incl. dust and pollen filter
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Electric windows
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Glove compartment, lockable
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Head/thorax side airbags
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ISOFIX child seat fastener including manual airbag deactivation
The edition smart fortwo micro hybrid drive
costs € 10 490 (including VAT). The prices for the other models with
micro hybrid drive start at € 10 350 Euro ( including VAT ). The
limited edition can be ordered now and will be available from the end
of October 2007.
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