Smart FortwoFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaSmart Fortwo

Overview

ManufacturerDaimler AG

AlsocalledSmartCar (19982002)Smart City Coup

Production1998present

AssemblyHambach,France

Body and chassis

ClassCity car[1]Kei car

Bodystyle3-doorhatchback2-doorconvertible

LayoutRR layout

RelatedSmart Roadster

TheSmart Fortwois arear-engine, rear-wheel-drive, two-passenger, two-doorcity carmanufactured and marketed by theSmartdivision ofDaimler AG, introduced in 1998 and currently in its second generation. Marketed in 42 countries in Asia, North and South America, Africa, Australia and Europe production of the Fortwo had surpassed 1.5 million units by mid-2013.[2]The Fortwo combines features to provide a very compact, safe and economical vehicle with minimal environmental impact and that is suited to urban, suburban andconurbandriving: a short overall length, highH-pointseating, offset passenger and driver seats (the passenger seat is 15 centimetres further rearward than the drivers),[2]automated manual transmission,De Dion tuberear suspension, low CO2 emissions (119 grams per kilometer, North America, 1.0 Liter),[3]two-part rear hatch, interchangeable plastic body panels and prominent steel hemispherical safety-cell, which is marketed as theTridion celland is often provided in a contrasting color to the vehicle's body panels.

The rear engine and forward cooling system locations in the Smart Fortwo.Fortwo models are manufactured atSmartvillea dedicated Daimler assembly plant inHambach,Francein Coup (i.e., hatchback) and Cabrio (i.e., convertible) body styles, each in amono-boxconfiguration. Generations are internally designated as theW450build series, introduced at the 1998Paris Motor Show, and theW451build series, introduced at the 2006Bologna Motor Show.[4]Smartville underwent a 200 million euro upgrade beginning in mid-2013, in preparation for the forthcoming third generation Fortwo, designed in conjunction withRenaultand internally designated as theC453build series.[2][5]Trim levels, which vary by region, are marketed asPure,PulseandPassionand range from basic equipment (e.g., winding windows and solid roof) to a high level of equipment (e.g., availableautomatic climate control, fixed panoramic polycarbonate sunroof, in-dash multi-media gps navigation system and heated leather seats). With the second generation, Smart introduced a version withautomatic start-stop, marketed as the MHD, orMicro-Hyrbrid Driveoffered only in certain markets. A sport model, marketed as the Brabus model, has been available in both generations, and Daimler introduced theSmart electric drive, anall-electricversion, in 2007.[6][7]In 2002, the New YorkMuseum of Modern Art (MoMa)introduced a first generation Fortwo into its permanent collection,[8]and in 2014 the Fortwo was voted theBest Microcarfor the fifth year in a row by readers of the Chinese edition ofAuto, Motor und Sport.[9]The brand nameSmartderives from its early history as a cooperative venture betweenSwatchandMercedes:SwatchMercedesART.[10]TheFortwonameplate derives from its two-person seating capacity.[1]Until 2004, the Fortwo had been marketed as thesmart City-Coup.

Contents[hide] 1Features 1.1Automated manual transmission 1.2Parking 2First generation (Build series W450, 19982007) 2.1Engine 2.2Models 2.3Gallery 3Second generation (Build Series W451, 2007present) 3.1Engine and fuel economy 3.2Safety 3.3Smart electric drive 3.4Brabus 3.5Gallery 4Third Generation (Build series W453/C453, forthcoming) 5International markets 5.1Canada 5.2United States 6Chinese copy controversy 7References 8External linksFeatures[edit]

An example of smart Fortwo compact parkingThe 2001 marketing brochure for the W450 build series cites a .37 drag coefficient.Auto Motor und Sportcites a drag coefficient (Cd) of .35 and Alles Auto cites a Cd of .345 for the second generation W451 series[11][12]For comparison, the currentFiat 500offers a .38 Cd and the first generationHonda Insight) offers a Cd of .29. The W450 and W451 series each have a frontal area of 1.95 square meters and 2.057 square meters respectively.Automated manual transmission[edit]The Fortwo employs aautomated manual transmission, designed and manufactured byGetrag, that eliminates the clutch pedal. The first generation used a six-speed version, and the second generation uses a five-speed version, model 5AMT130. Input from floor-mounted shifter or optional steering-wheel-mounted paddles controls a servo-operated clutch and sequential automated gearbox. The vehicle may be driven in automatic mode or via paddle shifters, where the operator controls the shift points but cannot feather or adjust the speed of the clutch.From 2009, revised transmission software enabled smoother and faster gear changes. The software, available via an ECU upgrade, was also made available for 2008 second generation cars, with a new battery as required.[13][14]Parking[edit]With an overall length (first generation: 2.5m (98.4in) approximately equal to the width of regular parking space, a smart Fortwo can park perpendicularly in spaces typically designed forparallel parking, allowing two Smarts to park in one spacea manner of parking not permissible in many jurisdictions worldwide (e.g.,Munich,Germany) nor most U.S. jurisdictions.[15]First generation (Build series W450, 19982007)[edit]First generation (W450)

Overview

AlsocalledSmart City Coup (19982002)Smart Fortwo (facelift)

Production19982007

Body and chassis

Bodystyle3-doorhatchback

Powertrain

Engine0.6L petrol (turbo)I30.7L petrol (turbo)I30.8L diesel (turbo)I3

Transmission6-speedsemi-automatic

Dimensions

Wheelbase1,810mm (71.3in)

Length2,500mm (98.4in)

Width1,510mm (59.6in)

Height1,500mm (61in)

Curbweight1,610lb (730kg)

The first generation, build series W450, debuted in 1998 and received afaceliftin 2002.Engine[edit]The engines areturbochargedwiththree cylinders. Originally the basic petrol engine was 599cc, and came in three versions45hp (33kW), 51hp (41kW) and 61hp (45kW). The engine displacement was increased to 698cc with the facelift in 2002, in 37kW(50hp) and 45kW (61hp) variants. The turbo-diesel engine had 799cc displacement giving 30kW (41hp).Models[edit]The Fortwo is available as a coupe or cabriolet, originally called the "city coupe" & "city cabrio", now the "Fortwo" & "Fortwo cabrio", introduced in 2000 and restyled in 2002. Trim levels include the Pure, Pulse, and Passion. Limited 1: The first limited edition of which 7500 were made. All left-hand drive. Released at the original launch in 1998. Black Tridion cell and White body panels. Alloy wheels, Limited 1 insignia, blue interior with beige leather finishings. Supplied with certificate showing which number out of the 7500, and a plaque with this number below the windshield on the inside. SE: This was the second limited edition that smart made, it was sold in mid 2001 (Mk5) and all were left hand drive. They were all Pulse specification with a redesigned steering wheel, soft touch, air conditioning, CD Multichanger and drinks holder as standard. The engine power was upped to 61BHP from the standard 55BHP normally applied to the Pulse in the 600cc G1 cars. It was designated by a SE badge on the boot and was sold in Bay Grey with grey interior and dark blue twist fabric. Cdi: has the world's smallest production cardiesel engine, which usescommon-rail direct injection. With a consumption of 3.3 litres (NEDC) per 100 kilometres (71.2 mpg) andCO2emissions of just 88grams per kilometre, it has the lowest current production carCO2emissions worldwide, sinceAudiandVolkswagenretired "3 litre" cars, theA2 1.2 TDIand theLupo 1.2 TDIrespectively.[16] Crossblade: a 2002 limited-edition variant of the city cabrio, a roadster without a windshield, roof or conventional doors. Its weight was still 740 kilograms (1,630lb). TheBrabus-tuned engine developed 52kW (71PS) from its 599cc engine. AfterRobbie Williamspurchased Crossblade number 008, Smart began a marketing association with him, using him to promote the brand and the newForfour. Crosstown: a convertible with a foldable windshield based on the Fortwo, was presented at IAA Frankfurt in 2005. No plans have yet been announced to bring this model to market. Nightrun: includes instrument panels, steering wheel, paddles, shifter, Monoblock VI alloy wheels, leather seats and engine upgrade from Brabus. Edition Nightrun is only available with the Fortwo coup. Truestyle: painted in metallic ruby red, available in pure trim. i-move: a special edition run of 70 Fortwo cabrios, based on the Passion cabrio specs withBrabusMonobloc VI wheels, leather interior trim, Lite White panels, an iPod cradle with special edition 20Gb 3G iPod, and an aluminium name plate on the dash confirmed its special edition status. Forfun2 Concept: an off-road version of the Fortwo introduced at the 2005 Athens Motor Show by Greek 4x4 Rally Champion Stefan Attart. It combines the body of a Fortwo with the chassis and drivetrain of aUnimog. It sports monster truck-like 26-inch wheels wrapped in 1.4m diameter tires and winding keys where the Fortwo's rear wheels are supposed to be.[17][18] Brabus: In 2003 Smart and Brabus introduced the jointly developed version of the Fortwo with the 698cc engine. It had 75PS (55kW; 74hp) of power and 110 Nm of torque. It was available in both coupe and convertible versions. It also featured wider wheels, revised front spoiler and grille, and a revised rear exhaust. K: launched in October 2001, exclusively for theJapanesemarket. It was designed to fit theJapanesekei carregulations by adopting specially developed rear fenders and narrowing the track width and tire dimensions and the width reduced to 1.47m. The engine displacement remains unchanged at 598 cc, as specified in the standard. Safety features include ESP (Electronic Stability Program) and BAS (Brake Assist System) as standard. The Smart K also facilitates the starting procedure with theHill Start Assistthat makes a starts onslopeseasier.[19]The Smart K was discontinued in November 2004.[citation needed] Fortwo Edition Limited One: Featured special metallic grey body panels; silver Tridion cell; brown leather for the seating, steering wheel, and shift leveralong with matching floor mats. The model marked the launch of the W451 build series.