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Is the smart car stable at high speeds?

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VanAiden
07/29/2025, 09:39:11 AM

smart cars are stable at high speeds, as the design of this microcar fully meets the requirements for highway driving. Taking the 2019 smart as an example, its body dimensions are: length 2695mm, width 1663mm, height 1555mm, with a wheelbase of 1873mm and a curb weight of 965kg. The 2019 smart features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension. It is equipped with a 0.9L turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 90PS, a maximum power of 66kW, and a maximum torque of 135Nm, paired with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission.

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