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Smart Fortwo II cabrio (A451) Brabus 17.6 kWh (82 Hp) electric drive
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Smart Fortwo:
Smart is a Chinese German automotive marque established in 1994. Smart Automobile Co. , Ltd. is a joint venture established by Mercedes-Benz AG and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group in 2019 and aimed at producing Smart-badged cars in China to be marketed globally. The venture is headquartered in Ningbo.
Originally, Smart was known for producing microcars and subcompacts, primarily the Fortwo and Forfour, at Smartville in Hambach, Moselle, France and additionally at Renault's Revoz plant. Since its restructuring in 2019, the brand now produces small battery electric vehicles at a manufacturing plant in China, with distribution, marketing and aftersales activities in Europe handled by Smart Europe GmbH, which is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II cabrio (A451) Overview:
Smart Fortwo (II cabrio (A451)). Weighing only 945 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.2 s). The top speed reaches 130 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Brabus 17.6 kWh (82 Hp) electric drive Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers brisk acceleration for city driving with instant electric torque, making it surprisingly agile and fun.
Fuel Economy
Excellent energy efficiency for urban commutes, benefiting from zero tailpipe emissions and low running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional maneuverability and parking ease
- • Excellent fuel economy/electric range for city use
- • Unique styling and open-top experience (cabrio)
- • Low running costs
- • Compact footprint
Cons:
- • Limited luggage space
- • Automated manual transmission can be jerky (for ICE models)
- • Firm ride quality due to short wheelbase
- • Not ideal for highway journeys
- • Strictly a two-seater
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II cabrio (A451): 2007 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Smart |
| Model: | Fortwo |
| Generation: | II cabrio (A451) |
| Modification (Engine): | Brabus 17.6 kWh (82 Hp) electric drive |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 130 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.5 kg/Hp, 86.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7 kg/Nm, 142.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 945 |
| Max. weight: | 1150 |
| Max load: | 205 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 340 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 220 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 2727 mm [32mm more] |
| Width: | 1559 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1565 mm [23mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 1867 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1270 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1363 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 8.75 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the rear wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 175/55 R16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Suspension De-Dion |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 16.7 kWh |
| Gross battery capacity: | 17.6 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 82 Hp |
| System torque: | 135 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 145 km |
| Electric motor power: | 82 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 135 Nm |
| Average Energy consumption: | 16.3 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Electric motor model/code: | EM0003 |
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