16. Strong residual values
The Canadian Black Book presented the smart fortwo with an award
for "Best Retained Value". This award measures actual
value retained over a four year period, and was designed to
identify specific models that outperform their competitors.
17. 2009 APEAL award winner
The smart fortwo was the winner of the prestigious J.D. Power and
Associates APEAL (Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout
Study) study in the Sub-Compact Car segment.
18. Recyclable material
The ecology of the smart fortwo extends in to the component
materials used to produce it. Up to ninety-five percent of the
vehicle is recyclable, and the dash material is made from recycled
synthetics.
19. Advanced, environmentally conscious
manufacturing
- The "smartville" factory in Hambach, France, where
the vehicle is produced, is one of the most modern and
environmentally friendly plants in the world.
- The cross-shaped assembly plant is surrounded by its suppliers
who ship parts directly to the factory, therefore reducing
transport requirements and logistics to a minimum.
- The facility also supports the environmentally responsible
nature of smart products through its economical and environmentally
friendly painting processes, an energy management concept featuring
numerous energy-saving measures, and the environmentally compatible
design of the vehicles themselves.
- The assembly process for the smart fortwo encompasses a total
of 140 workstations, which are traversed in 3.5 hours - this is an
absolute best record for a European manufacturer.
20. A relevant class of its own
A hallmark for fuel-efficiency and brilliant design, the smart
fortwo is in a class all by itself and offers a unique and
intelligent mobility solution. In addition to its swiss-army knife
versatility, it is not surprising that more than 10 years after its
initial launch in Europe, there is still really nothing else quite
like it in the market.
After reading this comprehensive list, you will have to agree
that the smart fortwo is quite a car. More than 15,000 Canadians
who own a smart will corroborate these facts. We encourage you to
take a test drive for yourself and you will see first hand what the
whole fuss is all about.
Owning a 2009 smart fortwo will be your best investment of the
year. Take advantage of amazing lease, purchase and finance
offers.
