If you like your frugal motoring to be delivered with a sense of humour and more than just a dash of cachet, look no further than the Smart Roadster-Coupé Brabus. It’s not the last word in driving dynamics – the ride is hard and that gearbox, which you can use as an auto or a clutchless manual via paddles or the gearlever, could never be called slick – but it is entertaining, plus it’s great for keeping your licence clean and helping your petrol go further.

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