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29-589: The petrol-powered Forfour was discontinued in 2019 as production of all Smart internal combustion models ended at that time. Production of the EQ Forfour ended in 2021. It was indirectly replaced by the larger Smart #1 crossover. The car was produced at the NedCar factory in the Netherlands in conjunction with Mitsubishi Motors . This is the same factory that produced Volvo 300s in the 1970s and 1980s and

58-425: A 5-speed manual or 6-speed twinamic dual-clutch transmission. A total of 248,856 second-generation Forfours have been produced, 14.9% of them (32,326 units) being electric models. Press kit: Smart 1 The Smart #1 (stylised as "smart #1") is a battery electric subcompact crossover SUV developed and produced by Smart Automobile , a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz Group and Geely Holding . It

87-460: A 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic (Softouch) transmission, except the 1.0-liter version and the Brabus version, which could only use 5-speed manual transmissions. The second-generation Forfour was jointly developed with Renault , reportedly sharing approximately 70% of its parts with the third-generation Renault Twingo , while retaining the trademark hemispherical steel safety cell, marketed as

116-459: A 50–50 partner in Smart, and Smart pivoted to market electric cars only. The EQ ForFour was discontinued in early 2022. It used a rear-mounted 60 kW (80 hp) electric motor with a peak torque of 160 N⋅m (120 lbf⋅ft) and is fitted with a 17.6 kW-hr battery. The EQ Forfour has a rated consumption of 13.1 kWh/100 km (combined) and achieves 160 km (99 mi) range using

145-743: A 68 hp (51 kW; 69 PS), 1.5 L (92 in), three-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine and two high-efficiency permanent-magnet electric motors . It received an award from the Energy Saving Trust for the "Ultra Low Carbon Car Challenge" project. In 2013, Daimler projected it would produce an electric version of the Smart Forfour during the second generation of production, for launch in 2015. The battery-electric smart forfour electric drive entered mass-production in 2017 at Renault's Novo Mesto plant in Slovenia and

174-418: A culmination of the brand's "dual-home" business strategy, leveraging strengths from both European and Chinese markets [3] . The Smart #1 features a design that emphasizes spaciousness and technological advancements. It is equipped with a 12.8-inch touchscreen with a customizable user interface and ambient lighting. The vehicle offers connectivity through a dedicated app and an AI-based voice control system. It

203-529: A larger display, CD changer, window bags, rain sensor, automatic lights on the system (in poor visibility), leather package. The sales brochures state that the interior "is designed around the concept of a lounge"; to test this, Top Gear presenters, James May and Richard Hammond spent 24 hours inside the Forfour. They said they would not buy the car due to its high price and poor driving dynamics compared to its rivals. Following Smart's initial success for

232-461: A low drag coefficient of 0.29. The concept emphasized digitalization with extensive connectivity features and over-the-air updates [2] . The Smart #1 was unveiled at a world premiere event in Berlin on April 7 2021, symbolizing Smart's strategic renewal and expansion into the electric vehicle market. Under the leadership of Tong Xiangbei, Global CEO of Smart Automobile Co., Ltd., the vehicle represents

261-502: A magazine in 1986. In 1988, Leon Mandel was named Publisher, a position he held until November, 2001. Leon's son, Dutch Mandel, joined Autoweek in 1997 holding leadership positions culminating with his time as publisher. In 2016, Mandel left Autoweek and Rory Carroll became interim-publisher and later, publisher. In 2019, Patrick Carone became editorial director. At its launch, Autoweek (then titled: Competition Press ) aimed to provide information for car and racing enthusiasts that

290-529: A maximum speed of 221 km/h (137 mph) and accelerate from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.9 seconds. The 1.5 L (92 in) common direct injection (cdi) diesel engine , is a three-cylinder Mercedes-Benz engine derived from the four-cylinder used in the Mercedes-Benz A-Class , and is available with either 68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp) or 95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp). All models could be equipped with either

319-576: Is based in Detroit, Michigan. The Autoweek also includes an Autoweek iPhone and iPad app . As of November 2019 the publication went digital and was no longer available in printed format. Hearst Magazines entered a multi-year licensing deal with Crain Communications to operate the digital and experiential businesses of Autoweek . Autoweek began publication in 1958 as a bi-weekly motorsports newsletter, titled Competition Press . One of

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348-578: Is decreased to 400 km (249 mi). It was released in Europe in September 2022. This article about a modern automobile produced after 1975 is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . This electric vehicle–related article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Autoweek Autoweek is a car culture publication and magazine based in Detroit, Michigan . It

377-553: Is powered by a 200kW electric motor, designed for urban driving. Charging options include 22kW AC charging and DC fast charging. Safety features include advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and a range of safety technologies. Lines: A performance version with the Brabus branding was unveiled in August 2022. The edition offers a sportier driving experience with enhanced performance features. Exterior changes includes red accents on

406-568: Is the first vehicle produced by the joint venture. The model is based on the Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) electric vehicle platform developed by Geely. In China, the model is marketed as the Smart Jingling #1 ( Chinese : 精灵#1 ; lit. 'Elf #1'). The production version was unveiled on 7 April 2022. It was developed under the codename HX11, with Mercedes-Benz providing

435-557: The NEDC test cycle , dropping to 130 km (81 mi) on the WLTP cycle . As tested, Autocar had a range of 109 km (68 mi), using "a gentle touring driving style", dropping to 80 km (50 mi) when not driving as carefully. The kerb weight of the electric forfour is 1,200 kg (2,600 lb), approximately 225 kg (496 lb) heavier than an equivalent petrol-powered forfour. All petrol models are available with

464-805: The Tridion cell. The Fortwo and the Forfour are both manufactured in Smartville. However, the EQ version of the Forfour was manufactured alongside the Renault Twingo 3 in Novo Mesto , Slovenia . Smartville, where the W450 and W451 build series have been manufactured, underwent a 200 million euro upgrade beginning in mid-2013, in preparation for the C453 Fortwo. The second generation Forfour, along with

493-579: The Volvo S40 in the 1990s. To save production costs, the Smart Forfour shared almost all of its components with the 2003 Mitsubishi Colt . This includes the chassis, suspension and a new generation of MIVEC petrol engines , ranging from the three-cylinder 1.1 L (1,124 cc) to the four-cylinder with power up to 80 kW (109 PS; 107 hp). The Smart Forfour was phased out from production in 2006 due to slow sales. Depending on

522-498: The fortwo in the U.S., and due to surprisingly high popularity in the Forfour, former Mercedes-Benz exec Rainer Schmückle revealed that officials were considering relaunching the car. Forfour Brabus is a version of Smart Forfour tuned by Brabus with a turbocharged Mitsubishi 4G15 engine rated 130 kW (177 PS; 174 hp), 27 PS (20 kW; 27 hp) more than the Mitsubishi Colt CZT. It can reach

551-442: The bumpers, intakes, door sills, mirror caps, roof and improved brake calipers to handle the extra power, and a matte grey exterior finish and black emblems. It is powered by an additional 115 kW (156 PS; 154 hp) electric motor in the front to form an all-wheel drive layout, producing a total output of 315 kW (428 PS; 422 hp) with a claimed 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) figure of 3.9 seconds. The range

580-627: The design while Geely handled engineering and production. Prices for the European market were announced in September 2022. The vehicle was previewed by the Concept #1, which was showcased at the 2021 International Motor Show Germany (IAA) on September 5 in Munich, showcasing features like concealed electric door handles, frameless doors, and a floating halo roof. [1] . These design elements enhance aesthetics and aerodynamic efficiency, achieving

609-406: The editors involved with the creation of the magazine was professional racer Denise McCluggage . In 1964, distribution was changed to weekly, the title was changed to Competition Press & Autoweek , and vehicle reviews and industry news were included. The name was shortened to Autoweek in 1975. In 1977, the magazine was purchased by Crain Communications , Inc. and eventually changed into

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638-591: The new Fortwo went on sale in October, shortly after their debuting at the Paris Motor Show . The Smart Fortwo and Forfour is offered with a choice of manual transmission or double-clutch automatic — and no longer with the Getrag automated manual. Both models feature a wider track, overall width increased by 10 cm (over the second generation Fortwo), improved ride and improved noise isolation. For

667-436: The roof, helmets under the rear seats, a high-definition camera. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show (without doors and roof). A concept version, never manufactured, of the Smart Forfour was converted as a plug-in hybrid by third-party vendors. The lithium-ion battery can propel the vehicle up to 84 mph (135 km/h) and last on its own for up to 20 miles (32 km) with an engine that combined

696-516: The spring of 2015. Smart Fourjoy concept includes Smart's signature Tridion cell in polished full-aluminium, tail lights integrated in the Tridion cell, spherical instrument cluster, raised smart lettering milled from aluminium on the side skirts, pearlescent white on the bumpers, front bonnet and tailgate; headlamps without a glass cover, U-shaped daytime running lights, LED front and tail lights, transparent petroleum-coloured moulded wind deflector at

725-680: The third generation, Autoweek projected that Daimler consulted with Ford to learn about Ford's 1.0-litre turbocharged inline 3-cylinder engine , in turn sharing information about its own Euro 6 stratified lean-burn gasoline engines. The launch model "edition #1" was a limited period version, presented in Tempodrom, Berlin. Delivery is scheduled to commence in November 2014 with the Forfour 52 kW and 66 kW models to follow in December 2014, and twinamic dual-clutch transmission models in

754-601: The top of the front windscreen, on the A-pillars on the sides and on the rear roof spoiler; rear dark chrome seats, a piping-like line with the same petroleum colour as the plexiglass accents on the exterior, instrument panel with convex surface and touch-sensitive operating functions, spherical instrument cluster, single-spoke steering wheel, two smartphones mounted on the dashboard and on the centre tunnel, 55 kW magneto-electric motor, 17.6kWh lithium-ion battery, 22 kW onboard charger, two electrically driven skateboards on

783-593: The version, it came equipped with ESP , ABS (standard on all models), 14-inch or 15-inch alloy wheels or, optional, 16-inch ones (17-inch on the Brabus model), safety cell, a panoramic sunroof (or, optional, electric sunroof), height-adjustable driver seat, illuminated glove box, radio/CD-player, fog lights, front and side airbags (standard on all models), alarm, automatic air conditioning, electric front windows, and as options - multifunctional steering wheel, shift paddles, heated front seats, lounge seats, navigation and color display with telephone keypad or DVD navigation with

812-504: Was first published in 1958 and in 1977 the publication was purchased by Crain Communications Inc, its current brand licensor. The magazine was published weekly and focused on motor sports, new car reviews, and old cars, events and DIY. Autoweek now publishes Autoweek.com. Autoweek brand is owned by Crain Communications Inc., publisher of leading industry trade publications Advertising Age and Automotive News , among others, and

841-621: Was marketed in Europe, competing with other electric city cars such as the MG ZS EV , Renault Twingo Z.E (with which it shares many components), and Volkswagen E-up! , including the SEAT Mii electric and Škoda Citigo -e iV, rebadged versions of the E-up!. In 2019, it was restyled and rebranded to Smart EQ ForFour , after Chinese automobile manufacturer Geely took a stake in Daimler, becoming

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