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“And it will win new customers for us, too, because it is both the most low-priced cabriolet in the world and, at the same time, the most exclusive way to drive a smart”.

The biggest update over its predecessor is that the cabrio has removable roof bars, which can turn the vehicle into a true convertible. The new model goes on sale in the United Kingdom in November, with prices expected to start in the region of £14,000.

We continue our coverage from the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show with a preview video of the 2016 Toyota Prius hybrid, and the debuts of the 2017 Smart ForTwo Cabrio and Nissan Gripz hybrid crossover concept.

The engine range of the Fortwo cabrio is shared with the hard-top, meaning a pair of three-cylinder petrol units is offered: a normally aspirated 70bhp 1.0-litre and an 89bhp turbocharged 0.9-litre. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a “twinamic” dual clutch transmission.

Smart hasn’t said if the 260-litre boot will be diminished by the folding roof, but it’s safe to assume that it will be smaller with the roof rails taking up valuable space.

The two-seater cabin is unchanged, with a neat rev counter pod that sits to one side of the dash and rotating air vents.

There are four trim levels-Pure (base), Passion, Prime and Proxy-and buyers can also select additional comfort and safety items. The wide-ranging individualisation programme is now established across Europe as well as in the United States of America and China. smart BRABUS tailor made is also now available for the new smart generation.

Smart has revealed the second member of the ForTwo family; the Cabrio.