Category: Convertibles 
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Novel concept, unquestionably fashionable, easy to park, fabulous interior design, economical, reasonable starting price.
Poor performance, absence of rear seats, limited dealer network, harsh ride, expensive higher-spec models.
A great concept, becoming truly accepted, but still a flawed reality. Saved from obscurity more by its status as fashion icon and cult car than as a finished product.
Albeit diminutively sized, the Smart's said to be pretty safe in a crash. Relative bulk suggests that if you were to be rammed by a rampant Ford Explorer, then the cabin of the off-roader would be the location of preference, but the Smart does come with twin airbags, ABS, stability control and optional side bags. Its short wheelbase also means that, in a side impact, the oncoming vehicle will almost certainly hit one of the Smart's wheels, thus putting the load through the drivetrain and suspension, rather than crushing the passenger space. Remote central locking with an immobiliser is standard.
