Smart cars are able to get 33/41 MPG (EPA
adjusted) primarily because they are so small and light. The
Smart Car measures just 106 inches long, 61 inches wide, and
weighs less than 2000 pounds. Being so small, safety is a real
concern for potential buyers. The good news is that the Smart
Car received the highest safety rating by the Insurance
Institute for Highway Safety for front and side impact crashes.
The Smart Car has a safety cell made from high strength materials and
four standard airbags to protect passengers. Electronic
Stability Program (esp), traction control, anti-lock brakes, and
brake assist are a few of the other major safety features
included. Smart Cars, owned by Mercedes Benz, have sold over one
million cars world wide and became available for sale in the
United States in 2008. Models for sale in the U.S. include the
smart fortwo pure passion coupe, the
smart fortwo pure coupe, and the
smart fortwo passion cabriolet convertible.
