smart fortwo electric drive

The Smart Fortwo Electric Drive (ED) model for 2014 comes with air conditioning, dual electrically heated seats and numerous safety features including ESP as standard equipment. Fast : The Smart ED is 100% electrically powered with a 55KW AC motor driving the rear wheels. 0-60km/h in 4.8 seconds, and instant take-off torque from the single gear transmission will leave gas cars in the dust on your city commute. Easy to drive: The regenerative braking on the ED means you can drive with one foot, as the brakes are only used to fully stop the vehicle. When you let off the accelerator, the car slows down and recharges the battery automatically. Nimble : This two seater is the smallest and easiest to park car available in North America. It's a joy to squeeze by cars in the right hand turn lane where SUV's can't go because they are too wide to fit through the gap. Practical : Recharging overnight is a 10 second step to plug in and proceeds overnight till the car is topped up. With 140km of range in the summer and 90km in the winter on a full charge, it is sufficient for most commutes. Safety : Mercedes Benz Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) : ESP® augments the functions of the Antilock Brake System and Acceleration Skid Control by promoting directional stability and road adhesion. With 8 air bags, the Smart ED received a 4 star safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Inexpensive : The Smart ED can drive 8 times further for every dollar compared to the average gas powered car.