The FINANCIAL — Just two weeks after the big world premiere in Berlin and parallel to the smart roadshow with stops in 15 European cities, sales of the new smart generation are now starting, according to Daimler AG.
At €10,895 the fortwo has the same price tag as its predecessor, whilst prices for the smart forfour start at €11,555 – in each case with a 52 kW engine and manual transmission (incl. 19% VAT). The first smart models will be delivered to customers on 22 November 2014. The top engine – the 66 kW/90 hp turbo engine – will follow in December 2014, and twinamic dual clutch transmission will become available in the spring of 2015.
Even in the entry-level version the smart fortwo and smart forfour come with a comprehensive scope of safety and comfort equipment. This includes LED daytime driving lights, central locking with radio remote control, visual locking-verification signal and immobiliser, cruise control with limiter (variable speed limitation), exterior temperature indicator with frost warning, instrument cluster with monochrome LCD display and trip computer, and electric windows at the front, according to Daimler AG.
passion, prime and proxy are the names of the three lines which upgrade the smart fortwo and smart forfour and provide for visual differentiation, particularly in the interior. The most important features at a glance:
The passion line is very stylish and modern with a choice of colour combinations in black/orange or black/white for the interior. The multifunction steering wheel in leather, the instrument cluster with a 3.5-inch colour TFT display and the Direct-Steer system with variable ratio combine a high-quality ambience with functionality. Additional charge compared with the basic model: €1390
Features such as black leather seats with white topstitching, a multifunction steering wheel and shift lever knob in leather give the interior of the prime line an elegant and classic look. Standard equipment features include Direct-Steer system, heated seats for driver and passenger and Lane Keeping Assist. Additional charge: €1990/2150
The proxy line defines itself as an innovative trendsetter. Highlights are the panoramic roof and the seats in leather look and white/blue fabric. The Cool & Audio package provides for plenty of entertainment and a pleasant climate, whilst the Sports package with 16-inch alloy wheels is perfect for dynamic motoring. Additional charge: €3390/35001
In addition, to tie in with the market launch of the new smart generation, the edition #1 will be available for a limited period. It offers exclusive design features such as a tridion safety cell in lava orange combined with bodypanels/ body in white on the fortwo and graphite grey on the forfour. Further features include painted black 16-inch alloy wheels, sports suspension lowering the vehicle by 10 mm and a panoramic roof with sun protection, according to Daimler AG.
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