smart is a subsidiary of mercedes. The smarts have been in europe for 10 years and Canada for 4.
It is a very small very light vehicle that is safe to drive. Mileage varies with driving style, but most drivers can achieve 40 mpg city.
with three models starting at 11.5, 13.5 and 16.5 for the convertable, the prices beat the prius hands down. Though the Yaris is comparable in fuel economy and price, the Smarts way outshine it in attractiveness and style.
