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10 Fast Facts About the New Smart Electric Drive

Giancarlo Perlas November 24, 2016

World premiere for the fourth generation smart electric drive

One of the cars highlighted by Mercedes-Benz at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show was the new smart electric drive, which debuted in Paris not so long ago. Despite the car’s minuscule appearance, which can’t even hold a candle with the Mercedes-Maybach S650 Cabriolet that debuted in the event, and lack of Mercedes design language, it stands out on its own as one of the must-have electric vehicles for people living in the urban setting.

Let us take a quick look at the 10 amazing features of the new smart electric drive:

1. Ideal for City Driving

The car is a nice choice for city driving because of its compact size that brings about its unique agility. Add to that its emission-free values.

2. Offers the Only Electric Cabriolet on the Market

Daimler claims that the smart fortwo cabrio is the sole electric cabriolet on the market today.

3. Three Models to Choose From

The new smart electric drive lineup includes the smart fortwo, smart fortwo cabrio and the smart forfour models. Each caters to the different preferences and needs of buyers. The forfour, as its name implies, offers two more additional seating capacity compared to the fortwo.

4. Decent Output

The electric battery of the car is capable of producing up to 60 kW and 160 Nm of torque.

5. Long Range

With a fully-charged battery, the smart ED can cover a distance of up to 160 km.

6. Fast Charging

Installing the fast charger, which is an optional extra available in 2017, allows the charging of the car’s battery from zero to 80% in around 45 minutes.

7. Battery Pack Installed Strategically

The 17.6 kWh lithium-ion battery of the smart car is positioned safely in its underbody to improve its center of gravity and to make its very compact architecture possible.

8. Lots of Tech

The electric vehicle does not fall short in terms of the tech it carries. Its key tech features include the Eco mode that enhances its energy recovery. Then it has the “smart control” app that lets the smooth integration of the auto’s controls into the owner’s smartphone, PC or tablet.

9. Optional Personalization Option

Smart has the optional electric design package that provides the electric drive a more appealing look and better safety features. Included there is the installation of the tridion safety cell.

10. Release and Pricing

The new smart fortwo electric drive will arrive in early 2017. Europe will have both the fortwo and the forfour while the USA will only have the two-seater.

The cost of the fortwo in Germany starts at €21,940. However, Daimler says that when the environmental bonus is taken into account, the car will only be less than €18,000.

About Author

Giancarlo Perlas

Giancarlo is an economist by profession with a career spanning nearly two decades. His professional journey has seen him assume vital roles in various government and private organizations. Alongside his civic and corporate pursuits is his love for cars, particularly those made by Mercedes-Benz. In 2012, he found himself with like-minded individuals within BenzInsider. From then on, he used the platform as a way to share his passion with the automotive community. Follow his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/benzinsider, X (formerly Twitter) @giancarloperlas, and IG @benzinsider. View all posts by Giancarlo Perlas →

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