smart fortwo named most fuel-efficient vehicle in the two-seater class for the second consecutive year (February 11, 2009)
TORONTO, ON (February 11, 2009) - Today Natural Resources Canada presented the smart fortwo with an ecoENERGY for Vehicles award for being the most fuel efficient vehicle in the two-seater category. This is the second year in a row that the smart fortwo has earned this important title.
the smart fortwo's fuel economy values
City estimate: 5.9 l/100 km
Highway estimate: 4.8 l/100 km
Combined estimate: 5.4 l/100 km
The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Natural Resources Canada, attended a press conference held in Toronto this morning by Natural Resources Canada at the Canadian International Autoshow and presented the award to Marcus Breitschwerdt, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Canada.
“I am extremely proud to accept this award for the second year in a row as it demonstrates smart’s continued environmental leadership in its class,” said Marcus Breitschwerdt. ”Not only is the smart fortwo produced in one of the most modern and environmentally friendly plants in the world, its excellent fuel economy and low vehicle emissions have made it a hallmark for fuel efficiency, functionality and fun. Since its introduction in Canada five years ago the smart has developed a loyal following, and I would like to thank every smart owner and share this award with them for making the environmentally conscious decision to drive a smart fortwo.”
For more information, please contact:
JoAnne Caza 416-847-7550 JoAnne.Caza@mercedes-benz.ca
Michael Minielly 416-847-7509 Michael.Minielly@mercedes-benz.ca
Further information about smart is available on the internet at: www.thesmart.ca
the smart fortwo's fuel economy values
City estimate: 5.9 l/100 km
Highway estimate: 4.8 l/100 km
Combined estimate: 5.4 l/100 km
The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Natural Resources Canada, attended a press conference held in Toronto this morning by Natural Resources Canada at the Canadian International Autoshow and presented the award to Marcus Breitschwerdt, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Canada.
“I am extremely proud to accept this award for the second year in a row as it demonstrates smart’s continued environmental leadership in its class,” said Marcus Breitschwerdt. ”Not only is the smart fortwo produced in one of the most modern and environmentally friendly plants in the world, its excellent fuel economy and low vehicle emissions have made it a hallmark for fuel efficiency, functionality and fun. Since its introduction in Canada five years ago the smart has developed a loyal following, and I would like to thank every smart owner and share this award with them for making the environmentally conscious decision to drive a smart fortwo.”
For more information, please contact:
JoAnne Caza 416-847-7550 JoAnne.Caza@mercedes-benz.ca
Michael Minielly 416-847-7509 Michael.Minielly@mercedes-benz.ca
Further information about smart is available on the internet at: www.thesmart.ca
