AUBURN HILLS – DaimlerChrysler’s smart brand has, at long last, ripped the relatively small cover off its new fortwo minicar. The new smart, which will come to the U.S. next year as a 2008 model through the UnitedAutoGroup chain, has been revamped for more safety features and for a little more room and a lot of gas mileage.
The new smart offers either a three-cylinder engine with 61, 71, or 84 horsepower or a diesel with 45 hp. All engine variants come with a five-speed transmission.
Smart says that the new version will earn four stars in the European safety tests and has been designed with alternative fuel power in mind. Convertible and tuned BRABUS versions will be available as well. Stay tuned for more smart coverage from the Detroit auto show in January.
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