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Old 02-13-2004, 07:40 AM   #1
AlienDB7
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Default Smart in north america (Canada to be specific) finally!

Smart fortwo. Mercedes-Benz announced this week at the Canadian International Auto Show that it will start selling the diminutive (it's only 8 feet - 2.5 metres - long) Smart fortwo cdi in Canada later this year. The fortwo cdi is a two-seater available in either coupé or cabrio version. Equipped with an in-line 3-cylinder, 0.8 litre state-of-the art common rail diesel engine that delivers 40 hp and 74 lb-ft of torque, with an electronically governed top speed of 120 km/h, it consumes a scant 3.5 litres of diesel fuel per 100 km. Despite its size, it will have a great deal of standard features - exclusive in its class - including electronic stability program, brake assist and ABS. While prices have not been confirmed, the base model coupé will start from $16,000 and the base model cabrio will start at less than $20,000.

For CAD$16k, it's not as expensive as expected. Wonder if it'll become as popular as the MINI over here. Hopefully they'll bring in the Coupe in the near future!
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