The United States became the 37thcountry to sell the smart fortwo onJanuary 16, 2008, when the first deliveryto a customer was made at smart centerEnglewood in New Jersey. The smartfortwo is now part of the landscape of ourhighways throughout America, and the2009 model year is an evolution of thesmart brand.
Americans are faced with volatile fuelprices, increased urban congestion and amindset of environmental responsibility.The smart fortwo offers a high level offuel efficiency, comfort, agility, safety andecology. Several new features and optionson the vehicle for the 2009 model yearenhance its safety and convenience andincrease the vehicle’s fun and functionality.Many Americans drive with just a singleoccupant, and the size of the smart fortwoallows for faster movement in cities.
The two–material concept characterizesthe exterior with the combination of thetridion safety cell, made of high–strengthsteel, and the use of colored body panelsmade of premium, dent–resistant plastic.For 2009, customers now have the optionof ordering the passion coupe with a solidroof in place of the standard polycarbonatepanoramic roof at no extra charge.
Customers getting behind the wheel forthe first time are surprised at how easy itis to get in and out of the car and just howspacious the smart fortwo is inside.
The smart fortwo is a car designedwith a high level of safety and technology.The smart fortwo has been subjected toextensive crash and safety tests, includingthose administered by the NationalHighway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute forHighway Safety (IIHS) in the United States.Fuel efficient – The smartfortwo is one of the most economicalcars on the U.S. roads today,ranked as the most fuel efficient,all gas powered, vehicle by fueleconomy.gov, and fifth overall behindfour hybrid models. The vehicleachieves an average of 33/41miles to the gallon (city/highway)according to 2009 EPA ratings.The 2009 smart fortwo is availablein three trim levels and featuresthe two–color concept characteristicof the smart brand. Starting at$13,990*
