2017 Smart Brabus
The most potent version of the Smart
Fortwo and Forfour is officially entering the market as the company has opened
its order books.
Customers will be able to order the new
Smart Brabus in all three available bodystyles, with prices starting at € 19,710
(US$ 21,800) in Germany for the Fortwo Coupe
model.
The Cabrio version starts at € 22,970
(US$ 25,400) while the Forfour model clearly represents the better value in the
range, priced from € 20,520 (US$ 22,700). Those looking for a more special feel
from their new Smart Brabus, can opt for the Xclusive equipment package which
adds Brabus heated seats dressed in perforated nappa leather with grey
stitching, a leather dashboard and the LED & Sensor package for an extra
€ 3000.
Powered by a rear-mounted turbocharged
0.9-litre three-cylinder petrol, the Smart Brabus makes 107 hp and 170 Nm of torque via a six-speed dual-clutch transmission. Smart claims a
0-100 km/h time of 9.5 seconds and a 165 km/h top speed for the
two-seaters of the range, with the Forfour Brabus requiring 10.5 seconds for
the same procedure and offering a top speed of 180 km/h.
The chassis is upgraded with a Brabus
Performance sport suspension, a specially-tuned ESP system, a revised steering
and gearbox software to offer a more emotional driving experience. The latter
now features a so-called “race-start” function which is basically a launch
control for your Smart.
