Germany: smart fortwo cdi receives power boost

For 2010, the smart fortwo cdi has been given a clear power boost, yet it remains just as economical and environmentally friendly as before.

OneShift Editorial Team

25 Jul 2009

In the future, three-cylinder diesel engine will produce 21 percent more power and deliver approximately 18 percent more maximum torque. Although this extra power makes the popular two-seater car noticeably livelier, it does not affect its exemplary fuel consumption.

As before, it consumes just 3.4 litres of diesel per 100 kilometres. Furthermore, with CO2 emissions of 88 g/km it will continue to assert its leading position as the CO2 champion.

In addition, from model year 2010 all versions of the smart fortwo including the BRABUS variants will comply with the strict emission limits of the EU5 standard.

The smart fortwo enjoys the worldwide reputation of a car that is perfect for the times we live in. Thanks to its unique concept, it takes up minimum road and parking space, boasts low fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions and combines mobility, ecology and [I]joie de vivre[/I] in a unique way.

For the new model year smart is uncompromisingly continuing its philosophy and making the smart fortwo even more environmentally friendly and attractive.

The most important change: the smart fortwo cdi with a length of 2.69 metres is redefining economy and driving fun. Its reengineered diesel engine now has an output of 54 hp - or 21 percent more than its predecessor.

Moreover, the new three-cylinder engine delivers maximum torque of 130 Newton metres (an increase of 18 percent). This makes the car even more agile and fun to drive. Thanks to the power boost it now sprints from 0 - 100 km/h in just 16.8 seconds.

Further optional equipment includes the smart hands-free system with a colour display and extensive multimedia functions. It features a Bluetooth® interface, voice control and optional iPod® connection and is perfectly integrated in the vehicle electronics and the audio system.

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Credits: JRC