A combination of sportiness and exclusivity: The new smart fortwo BRABUS models hit the road in Europe. With a reengineered 72 kW three-cylinder turbo engine the smart fortwo BRABUS and the smart fortwo BRABUS Xclusive continue to boast low fuel consumption of just 5.2 litres per 100 kilometres, yet they have 30 percent more power than their predecessor model. CO2 emissions stand at a mere 124 grams per kilometre. The sporty two-seater accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 9.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 155 km/h.

The sporty character of the new smart fortwo BRABUS is apparent at first glance.

Bright-finish “Monoblock VI” alloy wheels with wide tyres measuring 175/50 R 16 at the front and 225/35 R 17 at the rear, wider rear wheel arches, a sports exhaust system with centrally positioned dual tailpipes in the specially styled rear apron and a body lowered by ten millimetres highlight the distinctive sportiness of the new smart fortwo BRABUS.

The transmission and suspension also have a sporty setup. In the interior, cockpit instruments with specially designed dials, BRABUS stainless steel sports pedals and a new BRABUS leather steering wheel with shift paddles underline the exclusivity of this model, and the panoramic roof with sun blind is a standard feature.

The new smart fortwo BRABUS is available in a range of colours.

The smart fortwo BRABUS Xclusive lives up to its name with additional unique equipment details such as H7 projection headlamps with titanium coloured surrounds, a front spoiler with enlarged air inlets, striking side skirts and a special rear apron. All body styling parts are matched to the car’s exterior colour. The heated seats are upholstered with fine leather and feature head/thorax side airbags as standard. The leather-effect instrument panel boasts distinctive aluminium-look trim components.

Both BRABUS model variants of the new smart fortwo are available as a coupé or a cabrio.

Three cylinder engine with turbo power: 72 kW and 140 Newton metres of torque

At the heart of the new smart fortwo BRABUS is a turbo engine with electronically controlled fuel injection. This improved one litre, three-cylinder engine now develops 72 kW at 5500 rpm giving the 780 kilogram two-door car remarkable agility. The weight/power ratio is just 7.95 kg/bhp – 24 percent lower than that of the previous BRABUS version.

The turbo in-line engine develops maximum torque of 140 Newton metres at 3500 rpm. The new smart fortwo BRABUS sprints from zero to 100 km/h in 9.9 seconds and reaches an electronically limited top speed of 155 km/h.

With combined fuel consumption of just 5.2 litres per 100 kilometres the two-seater is one of the most economical cars in its size and power category, and carbon dioxide emissions stand at just 124 grams per kilometre.

The all-new smart fortwo is scheduled to make its Australian debut in the first quarter of next year. Australian models, specifications and pricing for the new range will be announced closer to the car’s arrival date.