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Smart Fortwo Electric Coupe 60kW EQ Passion Advanced 17kWh 2dr Auto [22kWCh]

Doors	2
Transmission	Auto
Fuel Type	Electric
Engine Capacity - CC	1
Trim	Passion Advanced
Price	£20,550
Battery Capacity	17.2
Engine Power - BHP	82
Acceleration	11.6
Top Speed	81 mph
Length	2695 mm
Width	1663 mm
Height	1555 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	260 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1095 kg

Driver Convenience

Acoustic presence indicator
Crosswind Assist
Cruise control with speedtronic variable speed limiter
Dashboard instrument with battery charge status and power indicator
Electric power steering
Exterior temperature indicator with frost warning
Instrument cluster with multifunctional 3.5 inch colour TFT display and trip computer
Rear park assist

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

22kW onboard charger
Charging cable for household socket
Charging cable for wall box/charging stations
Single speed transmission

Entertainment

Smart Connect Media-System, 8" touchscreen display, Bluetooth audio streaming with hands-free, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, DAB, AUX/USB, 2 speakers

Exterior Features

Body colour radiator grille
Comfort front windscreen wiper with intermittent wiper control and automatic wipe/wash function
Door mirror with aspherically curved mirror glass on the driver's side
Electric front windows with convenience feature and obstruction sensor
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
Grained black door mirror
H4 halogen headlamps with integrated LED daytime driving lights
Heated rear window
Lockable service cover
Manual headlamp range adjustment
Rear window wiper with intermittent wiper control and automatic wipe/wash function
Roof antenna
Third brake light featuring LED technology
Tritop fabric soft top - Black
White side indicators

Interior Features

12V socket with cover
3 spoke leather multifunction steering wheel with anthracite bezel
Automatic climate control
Backrest adjustment with one-touch function for driver and front passenger
Black leather gear lever knob
Boot light
Centre console with roller cover and folding front armrest
Charge cable bag
Dashboard and door centre panel in black fabric and accent trim in black/grey
Driver/front passenger reading lights
Driver/front passenger sunvisors with ticket holder
Fabric upholstery with white double stitching
Front head restraints
Front passenger seat with through loading function with fully folding backrest
Glasses compartment for driver and front passenger
Height adjustable driver seat
Height adjustable steering column
Isofix child seat attachment
Lockable glove compartment
Luggage compartment roller cover with mesh bag
Matt chrome interior door opener
Roof lining- black
Storage compartment in front doors
Storage compartment in tailgate
Vanity mirrors

Packs

Winter pack - ForTwo

Passive Safety

Active brake assist with autonomous braking function
Airbag deactivation switch
Airbags - kneebag for driver
Airbags - sidebags for driver and front passenger (combined pelvis/thorax airbags)
Airbags - windowbags
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic brake force distribution
Crash sensor for activation of hazard warning lights
Driver/Front Passenger airbags
Electronic Stability Programme
Hill start assist
Seat belts - Three-point, with seat belt tensioners and belt force limiters
Tyre pressure monitoring system

Security

Central locking with radio remote control + visual locking verification signal and immobiliser
Drive lock - automatic door locking when driving
Folding key with remote control (Second key with fixed bit)

Wheels

15" 4 spoke alloy wheels painted in black with high sheen finish
Breakdown kit with air compressor and sealant back
Summer tyres

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity in kWh	17.2
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins)	510
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change	0-80
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW	8.5
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins)	40
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change	0-80
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW	22
Battery Leased	No
Battery Type	Lithium-ion
Coupler/Connector Type	Type 2
NEDC Electricity Consumption kWh/100 km	15.2
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage	62000
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years	8
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb	16.1
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH	17.6
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL	16.1
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb	3.9
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH	3.5
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL	3.9
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb	132
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb - TEH	120
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb - TEL	135
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb	82
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb - TEH	74.5
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb - TEL	83.8

Emissions - ICE

Noise Level dB(A)

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	No
Engine capacity (cc)	1
Gears	1 SPEED
Transmission	AUTO

General

Generation Mark	4
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	10E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	6
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	2
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	56
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Service Interval Mileage	12500
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	11.6
Engine Power - BHP	82
Engine Power - RPM	4000
Engine Torque - NM	160
Engine Torque - RPM	3500
Top Speed	81 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

N/A

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	165/65 R15
Tyre Size Rear	185/60 R15
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	4 SPOKE
Wheel Type	15" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1555 mm
Length	2695 mm
Wheelbase	1873 mm
Width	1663 mm
Width (including mirrors)	1893 mm

Weight and Capacities

Gross Vehicle Weight	1310 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	260 l
Max. Loading Weight	215 kg
Minimum Kerbweight	1095 kg
No. of Seats	2
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	6.95 m

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