Comments on: So small, even a caveman could parallel-park it

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[Okeo]

Actually...

It runs on diesel, not gas. At least that's the engine in Canada, and I am assuming it will be the same in the USA.

[etiennefalcon]

You're right and wrong...

In canada, mexico, and the rest of the world it has always been on Diesel...
for this year smarts line-up, for some reason they went to gas in canada (not sure about mexico)
but for the rest of the world they have the choice gas or diesel. They even have the choice of 4 motor two small gas (61 & 71 hp), one turbo gas (84hp) and turbo diesel (45hp).

as you said there's also the fourfour, a nice four seater. And the Oh so good looking and sporty roadster.

All of these models have a BRABUS version. The roadster gets an updated 101Hp trubo gas engine!!!!
The most fun you can have with a little car!!
Go on the uk site instead of america, you'll see all of what smart have to offer. I can't wait till they get the roadster over here.

[Okeo]

Actually...

It runs on diesel, not gas. At least that's the engine in Canada, and I am assuming it will be the same in the USA.

[caroline.mccarthy]

Really. Thanks, I will look into that. (n/t)

[etiennefalcon]

You're right and wrong...

In canada, mexico, and the rest of the world it has always been on Diesel...
for this year smarts line-up, for some reason they went to gas in canada (not sure about mexico)
but for the rest of the world they have the choice gas or diesel. They even have the choice of 4 motor two small gas (61 & 71 hp), one turbo gas (84hp) and turbo diesel (45hp).

as you said there's also the fourfour, a nice four seater. And the Oh so good looking and sporty roadster.

All of these models have a BRABUS version. The roadster gets an updated 101Hp trubo gas engine!!!!
The most fun you can have with a little car!!
Go on the uk site instead of america, you'll see all of what smart have to offer. I can't wait till they get the roadster over here.

[qprize]

It's Petrol in the UK and Germany

Though it's likely both. As for the top speed, I've been passed by one of these
on the Autobahn (I was pottering along at 75), and it wasn't struggling in the
least.

Perhaps more surprising, it's got one of the strongest, stiffest chassis of any car
or truck. This means the passenger compartment stands up to collisions better
than many larger cars. With full airbags it could be safer than most cars out
there.

[qprize]

It's Petrol in the UK and Germany

Though it's likely both. As for the top speed, I've been passed by one of these
on the Autobahn (I was pottering along at 75), and it wasn't struggling in the
least.

Perhaps more surprising, it's got one of the strongest, stiffest chassis of any car
or truck. This means the passenger compartment stands up to collisions better
than many larger cars. With full airbags it could be safer than most cars out
there.

[euspos]

SMART for $12K is a real bargain!

That's even cheaper than what they sell for in Europe.
And, comparing that to the $25K-$30K one has to pay (today) to legally obtain a SMART in the US, who could wait? I think i'll put my name on the wait list right away!
See more at our local reatiler for these cars:
http://www.greencarco.com/

The bad press this car has gotten in some parts of Europe is due to that there are other small (but larger) cars that are less expensive and from many perspectives, better; Renault Clio and Toyota Yaris. Both fine cars, but not at all as FUN as the SMART. As comparing a Nissan Micro to a VW Beetle!

SMART also initially had some serious problems with cracking intake manifolds (intake and exhaust manifold were combined with the turbo charger) that led to expensive repairs after jusat a few years. Should have been fixed as per my sources at SMART in Scandinavia.

And as for passive safety, there is no doubt that in most cases bigger is better. But the SMART has great deal of "active" safety and hopefully one can use that to avoid accidents!

[euspos]

SMART for $12K is a real bargain!

That's even cheaper than what they sell for in Europe.
And, comparing that to the $25K-$30K one has to pay (today) to legally obtain a SMART in the US, who could wait? I think i'll put my name on the wait list right away!
See more at our local reatiler for these cars:
http://www.greencarco.com/

The bad press this car has gotten in some parts of Europe is due to that there are other small (but larger) cars that are less expensive and from many perspectives, better; Renault Clio and Toyota Yaris. Both fine cars, but not at all as FUN as the SMART. As comparing a Nissan Micro to a VW Beetle!

SMART also initially had some serious problems with cracking intake manifolds (intake and exhaust manifold were combined with the turbo charger) that led to expensive repairs after jusat a few years. Should have been fixed as per my sources at SMART in Scandinavia.

And as for passive safety, there is no doubt that in most cases bigger is better. But the SMART has great deal of "active" safety and hopefully one can use that to avoid accidents!

[Paragon 7]

I remember

when I went to Europe in 2000, i saw my first smart car. I thought it was funny and REALLY small. The first gen lacked great build quality, but the layout was fun and different. It's also SAFE... contrary to what most AMERICANS think...

(bigger does NOT EVER mean BETTER) fyi

[Paragon 7]

I remember

when I went to Europe in 2000, i saw my first smart car. I thought it was funny and REALLY small. The first gen lacked great build quality, but the layout was fun and different. It's also SAFE... contrary to what most AMERICANS think...

(bigger does NOT EVER mean BETTER) fyi