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Smart Roadster coupe 1.4 i V6 (170 Hp)
Overall Rating
Smart Roadster:
The Smart Roadster is a two-door, two-seater sports car classified in the S-segment in Europe. It was first introduced in 2002 by Smart GmbH. The Roadster and its variant, the Roadster Coupé, enjoyed mostly successful sales during their production run. In total, approximately 43,000 units were produced before the model was discontinued in November 2005. The final Smart Roadster built now resides in the Mercedes-Benz Museum. It is defined by a consortium between Switzerland , Germany and France, whose vehicle remains "Made in France" because it is built entirely at its Hambach factory in Moselle....(Read more on Wikipedia)
coupe Overview:
Smart Roadster (coupe). With 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 840 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 6 s). The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Smart Roadster coupe was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. As a small, lightweight sports car, it would likely offer basic safety features common for its era, such as ABS.
1.4 i V6 (170 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Exceptional performance for a lightweight roadster, offering thrilling acceleration (0-100 km/h in 6 seconds) and a high top speed, making it a true pocket rocket.
Fuel Economy
Given its V6 engine and performance focus, fuel economy would be moderate, likely higher than the smaller engines, prioritizing power over efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unique, eye-catching design and styling
- • Lightweight and agile handling characteristics
- • Excellent fuel economy (0.7L engines)
- • Thrilling performance (1.4 i V6 variant)
- • Affordable entry into sports car ownership
- • Compact size ideal for city driving
Cons:
- • Limited practicality with only 2 seats and small boot space
- • Firm ride quality, potentially uncomfortable on longer journeys
- • Some reliability concerns, particularly with the automated manual gearbox
- • Standard 0.7L engine can feel underpowered for some drivers
- • Interior quality can feel basic in some areas
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(coupe: 2002 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Smart |
| Model: | Roadster |
| Generation: | coupe |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 i V6 (170 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 121.8 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 2250 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1396 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Rear, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 66.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 67 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.9 kg/Hp, 202.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.8 kg/Nm, 261.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 840 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3427 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1615 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1192 mm mm [15mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2360 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1357 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1392 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/40 R17 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Suspension De-Dion |
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