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Smart Roadster Coupe
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Smart Roadster Coupe
The Smart Roadster Coupe provides fun, practical and economical city motoring. The Smart can fit into even the smallest of parking spaces or zip down even the most crowded city streets with ease. The space limitations may prove to be a big turn-off for many buyers, but for those who can afford it, the Smart is an excellent commuter car.
Smart Roadster Coupe Car Review Summary
Smart Roadster Coupe
The new Smart Roadster Coupe car has two seats and is only 2 ½ m long. Despite the car’s small size the doors open wide for good accessibility. The car is only designed to hold two people and is a great commuter car.
The Smart Roadster Coupe top can be electronically removed even when on the go. This is a very convenient feature and will be very attractive to potential buyers.
The Smart Roadster Coupe provides limited visibility but that shouldn’t pose a problem given the car’s small size. Buyers will have their choice between 3-cylinder engines and can expect adequate acceleration and power regardless of the engine that is selected.
The Smart Roadster Coupe is a practical car for commuting but it does have limitations. The car is not designed for comfort and the ride can be a little choppy at times. Its small size limits it to commuting. It isn’t practical for long journeys or for shopping or load lugging.
The Smart Roadster Coupe is appealing in many ways though. Its fun, inexpensive and draws a lot of attention. It is an excellent commuter car for someone who can afford to have it on hand for short distance trips and another vehicle for longer trips that provides better load carrying capabilities.
Practicality
The Smart Roadster Coupe will prove to be very economical to run. The car’s price will run somewhere between budget and premium depending on the level of specification that is selected. Insurance rates should be low as well.
The Smart Roadster Coupe provides adequate space for two passengers and a couple of shopping bags. That would about max-out the space and practicality of the Smart.
The Roadster Coupe controls and instrumentation are of a decent quality. They are all logically located and functional. There isn’t anything too complicated or complex about the car’s controls.
The Smart Roadster Coupe does not score well as far as comfort is concerned. The car was designed to be an inexpensive mode of travel, and it was not designed for comfort. It delivers tolerable levels of comfort.
The Coupe provides good access. Its doors open wide to provide a large aperture for passengers to slide into the car’s seats. The boot is also easily accessible and doesn’t pose any problems.
Parking could be a little tricky due to limited rear visibility, but due to the car’s small size and light steering the task is made a lot easier. The car’s side mirrors and ability to fit into even the smallest parking space make parking a breeze.
Smart Roadster Coupe
Life Style
The Smart Roadster Coupe is a six-speed, rear-wheel drive, two-seater. It is powered by a 3-cylinder engine.
This is definitely not a family car. With only two seats available the only practical use it could have is as a limited second vehicle to a family or as a commuter car.
This would be an excellent first car for buyers who could afford it. Running costs and insurance would be low and fuel economy would be excellent, not to mention that the Smart is easy to park.
There are some quality issues with the Smart. The car’s interior quality is cheap and feels cheap. Smart will need to improve some of these problems if the Smart Roadster Coupe is to be seriously considered by a vast number of buyers.
Smart Roadster Coupe
Security and Safety
The Smart Roadster Coupe standard security features include remote central locking and an engine immoboliser. The Smart Roadster Coupe is not likely to fall victim to car thieves and this should be an adequate amount security.
The Smart Roadster Coupe safety features include stability control, ABS, EBD, fog lamps and side airbags.
The Finishing Touches
The Smart Roadster Coupe standard audio unit features a radio and cassette system. The unit provides adequate sound quality and can still be heard with the top down.
The Smart Roadster Coupe exterior design looks the most flattering in red. Red seems to suit the car’s quirky personality and draws plenty of attention to the unique, little two- seater.
