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Smart #1 200kW Launch Edition 66kWh 5dr Auto Review

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This entry-level option is no slouch, with an electric motor producing 268bhp. Driving the rear wheels, it can officially do 0-62mph in a zippy 6.7 seconds before reaching a top speed of 112mph.

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Owned by Mercedes-Benz and with a reputation for making small, clever cars, Smart offers a striking, upmarket alternative to more conventional rivals.

It currently has a two-car line-up, the smaller of the two being the distinctive Fortwo, which, as its name suggests, is an ultra-short two-seater that uses an unusual rear-engined configuration to deliver the sort of turning circle that even London taxis can only dream of. It's a doddle to park in small spaces, too.

Smart's 'family car' is the Forfour, which is little more than a stretched version of the Fortwo, with a second row of seats and a larger boot. It's more of a natural rival for cars like the Hyundai i10 or Kia Picanto.

On paper, both cars come at a considerable price premium when compared with rivals, something it says is justified by its badge appeal and the technology in the cars.&nbsp;However, sales have been slow and there are often keen Target Price deals to be found.

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This limited-run trim is based on Premium trim and adds a bit more style, with its own white and gold paint colour combination combined with chequered patterns on the wheels and roof. The theme continues inside with white leather seats and gold trim finishers.

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200kW Launch Edition 66kWh 5dr Auto

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Driver and passenger front seat belt pre tensioners

Electrically adjustable, heated door mirrors with memory and reverse auto-dipping

6 Way powered driver and passenger seat adjustment with lumbar support

Smart #1

It looks different to any previous Smart, but the #1 is a brilliant electric car that's nippy, smart inside, surprisingly practical and can charge more quickly than many rivals. Unless you need a big boot, it's a great buy. We reckon it's worth upgrading to the Premium trim because it adds a heat pump and other useful kit.

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Sufficient range between charges to fit in with most people’s lifestyles – and in the real world, not on some far-fetched official test </li> <li>Quick charging times and compatibility with the most ubiquitous types of public charging points </li> <li>Priced to be within the grasp of more than just the privileged few </li> <li>As with any car, ride comfort, practicality and ownership costs can’t be ignored</li></ul>

We define an electric car as one that runs purely on battery power and has no tailpipe to puff out nasty chemicals.

The best of the breed offer sufficient range between charges to fit in with most people’s lifestyles – and in the real world, not on some far-fetched official test cycle.

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