The smart fortwo will be available in the UK as an electric version, it has been revealed. Britain has been selected to run a market trial for the introduction of a fully electric version of the iconic two seater car.
And if you want to get a good look at it, you won´t have long to wait. The smart ev (electric vehicle) will be on show at the British Motorshow at ExCel on the 18th July.
The car will be available to specially selected UK corporate customers with deliveries starting in November.
The smart ev will set a new benchmark in the electric vehicle sector. With 30k output and a top speed of 70mph, it offers a better in-town performance than its petrol powered sibling with 0-30mph in 6.5 seconds. The range is 72 miles and the smart ev is exempt from road tax and the congestion charge.
Dermot Kelly, Managing Director Mercedes Car Group, said: "A market trial of the smart ev is a significant step for the Mercedes Car Group as it is an important part of our commitment to sustainable mobility."
Kelly continued: "We expect to deliver up to 200 units in this market trial phase and will work with corporate partners, to find suitable applications for the ev, and with green energy suppliers to deliver zero emissions from well to wheel."