Smart decided to introduce an electric version of its Smart ForTwo which will be powered by a 41 bhp electric engine capable of 70 mph and a 70 mile range. The electric car charges in 8 hours, and according to Smart engineers it consumes less than $3 worth of electricity. The speed enthusiasts have to buy another car if they want performance because the Smart will be capable to make the sprint from 0-60 mph in 19.8 seconds.
The electric Smart will get the Micro Hybrid Drive (MHD) featuring a starter generator allowing the Smart’s gas engine to turn off at a complete stop or when the speed of the vehicle is blow 5 mph. When accelerated the motor starts instantaneously according to the Smart engineers. Smart’s emissions will be lower than the Toyota Prius because the Smart achievs 103 g/km and the Prius 104 g/km.
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