Virginia Beach smart car enthusiasts searching for the right new vehicle will be excited to know that Checkered Flag of Virginia Beach will soon be offering a great selection of 2011 smart fortwo electric drive coupes.

The 2011 smart fortwo electric drive coupes coming to Checkered Flag of Virginia Beach boasts an amazing EPA estimated fuel economy of 94 miles per full charge in the city and 79 miles per full charge on the highway with the vehicle’s 30-kW drive motor. The 16.5-kWh lithium-ion battery can be charged from 20% to 80% in 3 ½ hours and can be charged fully in under 8 hours using a 220-V outlet. A 110-V outlet that can found in any household can also charge the battery.

The battery management system lessens the risk of battery overload by monitoring the voltage, electricity and temperature on a constant basis. This monitoring system powers down the battery output to 10 kW automatically when it detects extremely high temperatures and when the battery is at 5% of its full charge.

New Models for Sale at Virginia Beach smart Car Dealer

Virginia Beach smart car drivers will feel safe when operating the 2011 smart fortwo electric drive coupe because of all of the great safety features every model includes. The vehicle uses a 4-wheel antilock braking system, brake assist, dual front impact airbags, dual seat-mounted side impact airbags, a curtain 1^st-row overhead airbag, a knee airbag, an airbag occupancy sensor, a panic alarm, ignition disable, electronic stability control and traction control.

A low tire pressure warning system, outside temperature display, air conditioning, power side mirrors and windows with 1-touch down, illuminated entry, automatic temperature control and a 2-speaker AM/FM audio system with a CD player and a radio data system also come standard on all 2011 smart fortwo electric drive coupes.

Every 2011 smart fortwo electric drive coupe that will become available to Virginia Beach smart car customers includes a 24-month, 24,000-mile new vehicle warranty, a 24-month, 24,000-mile powertrain warranty, a 48-month, 50,000-mile corrosion perforation warranty and 24 months of roadside assistance coverage.

Virginia Beach smart car drivers can call Checkered Flag of Virginia Beach at 757-273-7906 or visit their Web site at http://www.checkeredflag.com/makes/checkered-flag-smart.htm to find out more information about the upcoming 2011 smart fortwo electric drive coupe.

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