The Americans never even thought a car like this could exist: 2.7 metres long, two seats and a consumption limited to 3.4 litres per 100 kilometres. The mild hybrid technology would surely stir up some interest or incredulity.

And yet, from October, Mercedes will introduce in this chaotic market, the mhb or Mirco Hybrid Drive version with three engine options: two petrol versions at 61 and 71 hp, and a diesel version at 45hp - each more economic than the other. Consumption ranges from a maximum of 4.3 to 3.4 km/l, while CO2 emissions oscillate between 103 grams a kilometre to 88 for the cdi.

Daimler, meanwhile, with the addition of MHD is reporting an eight percent slide in consumption on combined circuits, and even a 20 percent reduction around the city. Perhaps Smart has found its Eldorado…

Via | Motorauthority

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