The Smart comes in three major models: the Pure, the Pulse, and the Passion. Each becomes more expensive with more features and options added, and is more luxurious.
The Pure is the most basic of the models. This entry-level model is the most economical and is mostly intended for use within the inner city or for short trips. It contains a solid roof and steel wheels with silica energy saving tires. Its
engine is 45 horsepower and gets 56 miles per gallon. Unfortunately this model does not have air conditioning or fog lights. Options for the Pure are alloy wheels, fog lights, air conditioning, fully automatic gearbox, navigation system, side air bags, velour carpet mats, and CD player. The Pure is available in Left Hand Drive and Right Hand Drive.
The Pulse has a more powerful engine. Its intended use is for out of town journeys. It has a 'Softip' sequential 6 speed manual gearbox that is clutch-less. The engine is 62 horsepower and on this model the "sportline" alloy wheels are standard. Leather interior and fog lights are also standard on this model. In addition, the glass roof lets a healthy amount of sunlight in. This one's only available in Left Hand Drive though.
The most luxurious model is the Passion. It has the same engine as the Pulse, but it has "Softouch" sequential 6-speed gearbox that can be switched to either automatic or manual. It also has digital gear display like the Pulse. The Passion has a rear windshield heater and wiper, a tinted glass roof, keyless entry, luggage compartment cover and leather steering wheel and gearshift.
The Passion has 54 horsepower engine and can get up to 60 miles per gallon on unleaded fuel. It has the same options as the Pure and Pulse (CD, navigation system, side airbags, velour carpet mats). The Passion also comes in a convertible type with a removable top. In my opinion, the coolest thing about this car is that it has 9 body panels made out of a polycarbonate, that can be changed in under an hour to give the car a whole new look. A whole list of colors are available, such as Jack Black, Lite White, Aqua Vanilla, Phat Red, True Blue Metallic, Bay Grey Metallic, Numeric Blue, River Silver Metallic, and Stream Green Metallic. You could drive to work in classy Jack Black but then at night hit the town in wild River Silver Metallic or sexy Phat Red. They also make great company vehicles because a company logo or image can be put onto the side of the cars.
Not only that, a diesel version became available this March.
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