2008 Smart ForTwo price announced

2008 Smart ForTwo

It has been officially confirmed by Daimler that the new iteration of Smart ForTwo supermini’s price tag will be positioned well south of the $12,000 mark. Well, that was something to be expected, since the European version of a kei-car not only offers an extremely classy exterior design, but also treats its occupants with a very comfortable (although a bit toy-like) and a very roomy interior with lots of amenities you don’t really expect from such a small vehicle.

While definitely not a small version of a Rolls-Royce, this ultra-compact two-seater could still be a great ride for a CEO that only needs it to travel between his/her mansion in Upstate New York and Manhattan office.

The 2008 Smart ForTwo will be offered in three trim levels, all of which are motivated by the same 1.0-liter, 71-hp three-pot engine.

The cheapest Smart ForTwo Pure will be priced at $11,590. For the money, you will get a car with five-speed manual gearbox, central remote lock, 2-spoke leather steering wheel, and radio-ready console.

More expensive Smart ForTwo Passion will start at $13,590 and will be equipped with tiny alloys, air conditioning with climate control, three-spoke leather sports steering wheel with shift paddles, power windows, electric and heated side mirrors, and AM/FM radio with CD player.

The range-topping Smart ForTwo Passion Cabrio will also feature a premium sound system and will cost you $16,590.

All trims will also feature four standard airbags. There will also be a $850 comfort package, consisting of leather seats, power steering, and auto headlamps.

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See also: BRABUS Smart ForTwo Xclusive