The diminutive range of two and four seater city cars from smart have recently undergone a redesign and rebrand with the introduction of the EQ moniker, signalling the switch to pure electric drive only.
The new smart EQ range features a re-designed exterior with new front bumper and smoothed off grille painted in body panel colour, and new halogen headlights with LED daytime running lights and new halogen taillights. There are four model lines available; passion advanced, pulse premium, prime exclusive and the edition 1.
On sale now, prices start from £20,350, before the UK plug-in car grant, for the smart Fortwo coupé and the forfour is priced £20,785. The grant currently slices £3,500 off the list price. For those who enjoy wind in your hair motoring the 2 seat fortwo is also available for an extra £3,570.
Drive is delivered to the rear wheels by a 82 hp electric motor via a single-speed gearbox. All smart EQ models have a range of around 70 miles, while maximum speed is electronically limited to 81 mph.
The 96-cell lithium-ion battery is coupled with a – now standard – 22 kW on-board charger, meaning that charging can take less than 40 minutes (from 10 to 80% charge) using a rapid charger, and can be charged in less than six hours using a home wall box.
Standard specification on all models include multifunction leather steering wheel, rear parking sensors, smart media system (navigation, seven-inch touchscreen, charging station finder, Bluetooth, automatic climate control, DAB, Android Auto and Mirrorlink), pedestrian safety sound and comfort package.
As is the fashion these days, a “launch edition” model is also up for grabs. Available on fortwo coupé and cabriolet, the limited edition smart EQ edition 1 comes with a specially selected colour package in asphalt grey; radiator trim in black; black high-gloss decals; BRABUS spoiler and side sills; and 16-inch BRABUS alloy wheels in high-gloss black with a red accent. The fortwo edition 1 coupé is on sale for £27,920, and the cabriolet is £29,710. (incl. PICG).
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