MHD = Micro Hybrid Drive.
This is a new system that shuts down the engine when you come to a stop and apply the brakes. As soon as you put your foot onto the accelerator the engine starts up. Not really a Hybrid but an increase in miles per gallon. This will not be available in the US.
If you go to the German Smart web site it gives you a better explanation.
Or go to Google and search for Micro Hybrid Drive
2009 models will be different and I expect them to cost a couple grand more due to added MHD, other features, falling dollar (since mid 2007) and other factors.
If the prices change, it'll only be 2-4%, and if you've already configured it and got the purchase price that's the price you'll pay.
I don't expect that the price of the Smart will jump thousands, but it may bump up a couple hundred.
MHD = Micro Hybrid Drive.
This is a new system that shuts down the engine when you come to a stop and apply the brakes. As soon as you put your foot onto the accelerator the engine starts up. Not really a Hybrid but an increase in miles per gallon. This will not be available in the US.
The smart center says they have heard it is coming to the us in 2010. Be ready.
edit: Thought I hit quote. Fixed it.
Last edited by jediknight36; 08-12-2008 at 12:03 PM.
Is is true that once I confirgure my SMART and get a price, that price is locked-in although I do not get the car for 18 months later?
I asked the dealer. They told me the price is locked in. On my reservation confirmation it states in bold letters, this is not an purchase agreement.So who knows. IMHO, i would pay more for a vastly better transmission, along the lines of VW 6 speed DSG.
I asked the dealer. They told me the price is locked in. On my reservation confirmation it states in bold letters, this is not an purchase agreement.So who knows. IMHO, i would pay more for a vastly better transmission, along the lines of VW 6 speed DSG.
If your dealer said the price is locked in after reservation, it must be true, right?
Get that in writing!
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