The second generation of Smart ForTwo has been available since 2004, offering the impressive speed of a 698 cc, 61 hp three-cylinder, air-cooled turbo-charged engine that’s been mounted in the back for efficiency. Now driving the rear wheels via a six-speed-sequential manual transmission, the Smart ForTwo makes use of an automatic clutch to offer you an effortless driving experience.
Environmentalists, car enthusiasts and those close to the project nicknamed it the “Swatchmobile.”
Now manufactured at Smartville, a purpose-built factory complex in Hambach, France, it takes only about 4.5 hours to make a Smart ForTwo, compared to the usual 20 hours required for a small sedan.
Built by the successful entrepreneurs that grew the Swatch watch empire in Switzerland into a household name, the Smart ForTwo was developed to reengineer quality and energy-conscious vehicles worldwide.
Unlike traditional vehicles, the Smart ForTwo offers removable body panels that are light, flexible, and well made.
Change your mind about the color of your car? You can easily change out the panels, instantly changing its colors with your mood- just as you would your watchband.
Not only is the Smart ForTwo built to reflect your style and sensibility, its flexible plastic panels mean they don’t dent or scratch on minor impact like traditional vehicles, and can easily and quickly be changed if damaged- saving you time and money at the shop.
We all have a stake in Smart success in America- to benefit our planet and our wallets, so let's work together to keep thinking Smart for the future.
We’re not the only ones thinking Smart, you are too. Your input in Smart success in America allows us to keep driving Smart forward. We can’t navigate the world's largest car market alone.
The potential for Smart's future in North America is unlimited and we’re riding with you to create the next generation of Smart Americans. |
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