Smart Fortwo - Revision history

Red marquis at 08:27, 15 January 2009

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	~~The '''Fortwo''' is the original~~ [[Smart~~]] model that was launched in 1998 throughout Europe as the City Coupe. The name Fortwo was introduced when Smart began to produce new models.~~		#REDIRECT [[Smart fortwo]]

	On June 28, 2006, Daimler-Chrysler confirmed that retailer UnitedAuto Group "will be responsible for awarding potential dealerships and developing and maintaining a Smart vehicle dealership network throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico."

	~~It will make its US debut in 2007 or 2008.~~



	~~===Recent Changes===~~
	~~A major redesign is in the works for the 2007 model year. While not yet released publically, it is known that the car's length is being increased by some margin to meet US safety standards.~~

	~~===Styles and Major Options===~~
	~~Instead of trims or styles, fortwo has three 'design lines': Pure, Pulse, and Passion.~~

	~~The Pure is the basic model, providing a basic configuration and minimal extras. It is the least expensive of the three.~~

	~~The Pulse is a sportier model, including leather steering wheels, the unique 'alien eyes' tachometer and clock, alloy wheels, and sportier interior.~~

	~~The Passion is considered the luxury line, with air conditioning, electric mirrors, and other speciality options.~~

	~~A cabriolet verison is available.~~

	~~===Pricing===~~
	~~Since the vehicle is not yet available for purchase from dealers in the United States, final pricing remains to be seen.~~

	~~===Gas Mileage===~~
	Until the vehicle is formally available in the US, official mileage data is not yet available. However, by European measures, the Smart is considered particularly fuel efficient, averaging 50 mpg for the gasoline model and 69 mpg for the Diesel.

	~~===Reliability===~~
	~~The fortwo's Mercedes Benz heritage comes through here, earning the car high marks for reliablility in Europe, Japan, and Canada.~~

	~~===Safety===~~
	~~[[Image:tridon_safety_cell.jpg\|frame\|The~~ fortwo's tridion safety shell makes all the difference.]]Probably the biggest concern about the smart car people express is the issue of safety. In the US, 'bigger is better' is the normal rule-of-thumb when it comes to deciding which vehicle is safest. With the fortwo, that rule fast becomes becomes roadkill.

	The secret to this vehicles safety rating comes from its 'Tridion Safety Cell.' This cell is designed to retain its shape in a collision, transfering much of the impact force back to the other vehicle. Also, given its size, the likelihood of stiking one of the tires in a collision is high, which means the suspension helps absorb the force of the impact.

	To help avoid the crash, the all fortwos come with [[Stability_control\|Electronic Stability Control]] and [[Anti-Lock_Brakes_ABS\|Anti-lock brakes]] as standard features. Dual [[airbag\|airbags]], self-tensioning seatbelts, knee impact cushions and a collapsible steering column also come standard. Side-impact airbags are available as an option.

	~~US Safety ratings have not yet been set, but in European ratings[http://www.euroncap.com/content/safety_ratings/ratings.php?id1=1~~]~~, the fortwo gets a very respectible 3-stars.~~

	~~===Photos===~~
	~~Images from a vehicle in Canada:~~
	~~<gallery>~~
	~~Image:TorontoSmartLeftRearQuarter.jpg\|<center>Convertible<br>rear quarter </center>~~
	~~Image:TorontoSmartFront.jpg\|<center>Front view</center>~~
	~~Image:TorontoSmartRearClose.jpg\|<center>Rear view<br>close</center>~~
	~~Image:TorontoSmartInst.jpg\|<center>Tachometer<br>and clock</center>~~
	~~</gallery>~~

	~~===Colors===~~
	Colors are one aspect of the Smart that is unique. While the vehicle has one primary color, the Tidion shell comes through at points, and has its own base color. In most instances, the shell is black, but in the Passion trim, the shell is also available in silver.

	The rest of the vehicle is made up of interchangeable dent-resistant molded plastic panels. Much like the [[Saturn\|Saturn]] lineup, these panels are solid colored, which means if they are scratched, the color remains unchanged. The best part is that you can purchase additional panels from the dealer, allowing you to change the color or your car at will.

	In addition to the standard colors, smart is known for releasing limited edition colored vehicles, frequently themed to a partner. Some examples are Barbie Pink and iPod white. These limited edition vehicles often have a custom set of interior options, not available any other way.

	~~===Main Competitors===~~
	~~In the US, it is tough to define competitors, as there really is nothing specifically that matches up with the smart fortwo. The following are the closest vehicles in size and fuel efficiency.~~

	* [[Toyota_Yaris\|Toyota Yaris]]
	* [[Honda_Fit\|Honda Fit]]
	* [[MINI_Cooper\|MINI Cooper]]

	~~==[[Hybrid Cars\|Hybrid]] Models==~~
	~~While frequently rumored, there is no official word regarding plans for a hybrid model.~~

	~~==Unique Attributes==~~


	~~I would buy 1 for about $4500.00~~

	~~==Criticisms==~~
	My 1986 Chevy Sprint (Cultus in Japan), with a 1 liter 3-cylinder engine, automatic transmission, and 5 doors, got 37 mpg in town and 42 on the highway. One has to wonder, why doesn't this Smart car, which is quite a bit smaller, get better gas mileage? My Sprint was a minimal car, but much more useful, and lasted at least 130K miles, which it had when I sold it. We need more of THOSE!

	~~==Current Generation: (YYYY–present)==~~

	~~==Previous Generations==~~

	~~===First Generation/Origins===~~

	~~==Worldwide==~~


	~~==Design quirks and oddities==~~


	~~==Awards==~~


	~~==See also==~~
	~~{{Smart}}~~

	~~==External Links==~~
	~~[http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2005/05/31/109354.html Smart Car review from The Auto Channel]~~

	~~[http://www.automatters.net/2006%20Columns/0185.htm Automotive Journalist Jan Wagner's cross-country Smart road trip~~]

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2009-01-15T02:51:12Z

Current Generation: (YYYY–present)

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	==Current Generation: (YYYY–present)==		==Current Generation: (YYYY–present)==


	==Previous Generations==		==Previous Generations==

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2009-01-15T02:49:20Z

Criticisms

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	==Criticisms==		==Criticisms==
			My 1986 Chevy Sprint (Cultus in Japan), with a 1 liter 3-cylinder engine, automatic transmission, and 5 doors, got 37 mpg in town and 42 on the highway. One has to wonder, why doesn't this Smart car, which is quite a bit smaller, get better gas mileage? My Sprint was a minimal car, but much more useful, and lasted at least 130K miles, which it had when I sold it. We need more of THOSE!

	==Current Generation: (YYYY–present)==		==Current Generation: (YYYY–present)==

Red marquis: /* See also */

2008-06-14T10:43:49Z

Red marquis at 10:43, 14 June 2008

2008-06-14T10:43:01Z

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	The Fortwo is the original Smart model that was launched in 1998 throughout Europe as the City Coupe. The name Fortwo was introduced when Smart began to produce new models.		The '''Fortwo''' is the original [[Smart]] model that was launched in 1998 throughout Europe as the City Coupe. The name Fortwo was introduced when Smart began to produce new models.

	On June 28, 2006, Daimler-Chrysler confirmed that retailer UnitedAuto Group "will be responsible for awarding potential dealerships and developing and maintaining a Smart vehicle dealership network throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico."		On June 28, 2006, Daimler-Chrysler confirmed that retailer UnitedAuto Group "will be responsible for awarding potential dealerships and developing and maintaining a Smart vehicle dealership network throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico."

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2008-06-12T14:40:08Z

Resale Values

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	~~==Resale Values==~~		I would buy 1 for about $4500.00


	==Criticisms==		==Criticisms==

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		The Fortwo is the original Smart model that was launched in 1998 throughout Europe as the City Coupe. The name Fortwo was introduced when Smart began to produce new models.

		On June 28, 2006, Daimler-Chrysler confirmed that retailer UnitedAuto Group "will be responsible for awarding potential dealerships and developing and maintaining a Smart vehicle dealership network throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico."

		It will make its US debut in 2007 or 2008.



		===Recent Changes===
		A major redesign is in the works for the 2007 model year. While not yet released publically, it is known that the car's length is being increased by some margin to meet US safety standards.

		===Styles and Major Options===
		Instead of trims or styles, fortwo has three 'design lines': Pure, Pulse, and Passion.

		The Pure is the basic model, providing a basic configuration and minimal extras. It is the least expensive of the three.

		The Pulse is a sportier model, including leather steering wheels, the unique 'alien eyes' tachometer and clock, alloy wheels, and sportier interior.

		The Passion is considered the luxury line, with air conditioning, electric mirrors, and other speciality options.

		A cabriolet verison is available.

		===Pricing===
		Since the vehicle is not yet available for purchase from dealers in the United States, final pricing remains to be seen.

		===Gas Mileage===
		Until the vehicle is formally available in the US, official mileage data is not yet available. However, by European measures, the Smart is considered particularly fuel efficient, averaging 50 mpg for the gasoline model and 69 mpg for the Diesel.

		===Reliability===
		The fortwo's Mercedes Benz heritage comes through here, earning the car high marks for reliablility in Europe, Japan, and Canada.

		===Safety===
		[[Image:tridon_safety_cell.jpg\|frame\|The fortwo's tridion safety shell makes all the difference.]]Probably the biggest concern about the smart car people express is the issue of safety. In the US, 'bigger is better' is the normal rule-of-thumb when it comes to deciding which vehicle is safest. With the fortwo, that rule fast becomes becomes roadkill.

		The secret to this vehicles safety rating comes from its 'Tridion Safety Cell.' This cell is designed to retain its shape in a collision, transfering much of the impact force back to the other vehicle. Also, given its size, the likelihood of stiking one of the tires in a collision is high, which means the suspension helps absorb the force of the impact.

		To help avoid the crash, the all fortwos come with [[Stability_control\|Electronic Stability Control]] and [[Anti-Lock_Brakes_ABS\|Anti-lock brakes]] as standard features. Dual [[airbag\|airbags]], self-tensioning seatbelts, knee impact cushions and a collapsible steering column also come standard. Side-impact airbags are available as an option.

		US Safety ratings have not yet been set, but in European ratings[http://www.euroncap.com/content/safety_ratings/ratings.php?id1=1], the fortwo gets a very respectible 3-stars.

		===Photos===
		Images from a vehicle in Canada:
		<gallery>
		Image:TorontoSmartLeftRearQuarter.jpg\|<center>Convertible<br>rear quarter </center>
		Image:TorontoSmartFront.jpg\|<center>Front view</center>
		Image:TorontoSmartRearClose.jpg\|<center>Rear view<br>close</center>
		Image:TorontoSmartInst.jpg\|<center>Tachometer<br>and clock</center>
		</gallery>

		===Colors===
		Colors are one aspect of the Smart that is unique. While the vehicle has one primary color, the Tidion shell comes through at points, and has its own base color. In most instances, the shell is black, but in the Passion trim, the shell is also available in silver.

		The rest of the vehicle is made up of interchangeable dent-resistant molded plastic panels. Much like the [[Saturn\|Saturn]] lineup, these panels are solid colored, which means if they are scratched, the color remains unchanged. The best part is that you can purchase additional panels from the dealer, allowing you to change the color or your car at will.

		In addition to the standard colors, smart is known for releasing limited edition colored vehicles, frequently themed to a partner. Some examples are Barbie Pink and iPod white. These limited edition vehicles often have a custom set of interior options, not available any other way.

		===Main Competitors===
		In the US, it is tough to define competitors, as there really is nothing specifically that matches up with the smart fortwo. The following are the closest vehicles in size and fuel efficiency.

		* [[Toyota_Yaris\|Toyota Yaris]]
		* [[Honda_Fit\|Honda Fit]]
		* [[MINI_Cooper\|MINI Cooper]]

		==[[Hybrid Cars\|Hybrid]] Models==
		While frequently rumored, there is no official word regarding plans for a hybrid model.

		==Unique Attributes==


		==Resale Values==


		==Criticisms==


		==Current Generation: (YYYY–present)==


		==Previous Generations==

		===First Generation/Origins===

		==Worldwide==


		==Design quirks and oddities==


		==Awards==


		==See also==


		==External Links==
		[http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2005/05/31/109354.html Smart Car review from The Auto Channel]

		[http://www.automatters.net/2006%20Columns/0185.htm Automotive Journalist Jan Wagner's cross-country Smart road trip]

Mckinneym at 11:55, 14 July 2006

2006-07-14T11:55:06Z

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	~~The Fortwo is the original Smart model that was launched in 1998 throughout Europe as the City Coupe. The name Fortwo was introduced when Smart began to produce new models.~~

	On June 28, 2006, Daimler-Chrysler confirmed that retailer UnitedAuto Group "will be responsible for awarding potential dealerships and developing and maintaining a Smart vehicle dealership network throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico."

	~~It will make its US debut in 2007 or 2008.~~



	~~===Recent Changes===~~
	~~A major redesign is in the works for the 2007 model year. While not yet released publically, it is known that the car's length is being increased by some margin to meet US safety standards.~~

	~~===Styles and Major Options===~~
	~~Instead of trims or styles, fortwo has three 'design lines': Pure, Pulse, and Passion.~~

	~~The Pure is the basic model, providing a basic configuration and minimal extras. It is the least expensive of the three.~~

	~~The Pulse is a sportier model, including leather steering wheels, the unique 'alien eyes' tachometer and clock, alloy wheels, and sportier interior.~~

	~~The Passion is considered the luxury line, with air conditioning, electric mirrors, and other speciality options.~~

	~~A cabriolet verison is available.~~

	~~===Pricing===~~
	~~Since the vehicle is not yet available for purchase from dealers in the United States, final pricing remains to be seen.~~

	~~===Gas Mileage===~~
	Until the vehicle is formally available in the US, official mileage data is not yet available. However, by European measures, the Smart is considered particularly fuel efficient, averaging 50 mpg for the gasoline model and 69 mpg for the Diesel.

	~~===Reliability===~~
	~~The fortwo's Mercedes Benz heritage comes through here, earning the car high marks for reliablility in Europe, Japan, and Canada.~~

	~~===Safety===~~
	[[Image:tridon_safety_cell.jpg\|frame\|The fortwo's tridion safety shell makes all the difference.]]Probably the biggest concern about the smart car people express is the issue of safety. In the US, 'bigger is better' is the normal rule-of-thumb when it comes to deciding which vehicle is safest. With the fortwo, that rule fast becomes becomes roadkill.

	The secret to this vehicles safety rating comes from its 'Tridion Safety Cell.' This cell is designed to retain its shape in a collision, transfering much of the impact force back to the other vehicle. Also, given its size, the likelihood of stiking one of the tires in a collision is high, which means the suspension helps absorb the force of the impact.

	To help avoid the crash, the all fortwos come with [[Stability_control\|Electronic Stability Control]] and [[Anti-Lock_Brakes_ABS\|Anti-lock brakes]] as standard features. Dual [[airbag\|airbags]], self-tensioning seatbelts, knee impact cushions and a collapsible steering column also come standard. Side-impact airbags are available as an option.

	~~US Safety ratings have not yet been set, but in European ratings[http://www.euroncap.com/content/safety_ratings/ratings.php?id1=1], the fortwo gets a very respectible 3-stars.~~

	~~===Photos===~~
	~~Images from a vehicle in Canada:~~
	~~<gallery>~~
	~~Image:TorontoSmartLeftRearQuarter.jpg\|<center>Convertible<br>rear quarter </center>~~
	~~Image:TorontoSmartFront.jpg\|<center>Front view</center>~~
	~~Image:TorontoSmartRearClose.jpg\|<center>Rear view<br>close</center>~~
	~~Image:TorontoSmartInst.jpg\|<center>Tachometer<br>and clock</center>~~
	~~</gallery>~~

	~~===Colors===~~
	Colors are one aspect of the Smart that is unique. While the vehicle has one primary color, the Tidion shell comes through at points, and has its own base color. In most instances, the shell is black, but in the Passion trim, the shell is also available in silver.

	The rest of the vehicle is made up of interchangeable dent-resistant molded plastic panels. Much like the [[Saturn\|Saturn]] lineup, these panels are solid colored, which means if they are scratched, the color remains unchanged. The best part is that you can purchase additional panels from the dealer, allowing you to change the color or your car at will.

	In addition to the standard colors, smart is known for releasing limited edition colored vehicles, frequently themed to a partner. Some examples are Barbie Pink and iPod white. These limited edition vehicles often have a custom set of interior options, not available any other way.

	~~===Main Competitors===~~
	~~In the US, it is tough to define competitors, as there really is nothing specifically that matches up with the smart fortwo. The following are the closest vehicles in size and fuel efficiency.~~

	* [[Toyota_Yaris\|Toyota Yaris]]
	* [[Honda_Fit\|Honda Fit]]
	* [[MINI_Cooper\|MINI Cooper]]

	~~==[[Hybrid Cars\|Hybrid]] Models==~~
	~~While frequently rumored, there is no official word regarding plans for a hybrid model.~~

	~~==Unique Attributes==~~


	~~==Resale Values==~~


	~~==Criticisms==~~


	~~==Current Generation: (YYYY–present)==~~


	~~==Previous Generations==~~

	~~===First Generation/Origins===~~

	~~==Worldwide==~~


	~~==Design quirks and oddities==~~


	~~==Awards==~~


	~~==See also==~~


	~~==External Links==~~
	~~[http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2005/05/31/109354.html Smart Car review from The Auto Channel]~~

	~~[http://www.automatters.net/2006%20Columns/0185.htm Automotive Journalist Jan Wagner's cross-country Smart road trip]~~

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Previous Generations

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 ==Previous Generations==
 ===First Generation/Origins===
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2006-07-12T19:04:18Z

Hybrid Models

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	==[[Hybrid Cars\|Hybrid]] Models==		==[[Hybrid Cars\|Hybrid]] Models==
			While frequently rumored, there is no official word regarding plans for a hybrid model.


	==Unique Attributes==		==Unique Attributes==

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	==See also==		==See also==
			{{Smart}}

	==External Links==		==External Links==