Smart ForTwo

Name: 2007 Smart ForTwo
Brand: Smart

EPA MPG: NA

CR's Take

The Smart ForTwo is a tiny two-seater four feet shorter than a Mini Cooper. Sold in Canada, but not the U.S., it doesn't feel as tiny and vulnerable as its tall stance makes it appear. With a 40-hp, 0.8-liter, three-cylinder, turbocharged diesel engine and a six-speed sequential transmission, its 23.2 second 0-60 mph acceleration time is the slowest of any current production vehicle we've tested. The car quickly loses speed when climbing hills. The disturbingly slow shifts cause it to lurch and lose significant speed. Handling is reluctant, steering is vague, and the ride is jittery. At 43 mpg overall, it goes one mile less on a gallon of fuel than a Toyota Prius.

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Features & Specs

2-door hatchback

2 front

Rear

0.8-liter 3 turbodiesel (40 hp)

6-speed sequential

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Model History

2016-2019

2016 Redesign Year

Although the second-generation Smart is improved, it's still not a smart choice unless easy parking is a priority. Tiny dimensions and a diminutive turning circle make it a breeze to park. Handling is fairly responsive, but the ride is jittery and jumpy. Noise and vibration from the turbocharged, three-cylinder, 89-hp engine buzzes through the car. The six-speed dual-clutch automatic is better than the original's rocky-shifting transmission but still causes idle vibration. Given the car's size and slow acceleration, you'd expect better than 36 mpg overall on premium fuel. Funky interior details and cheerful colors and textures abound, and the tall stance eases cabin access. For 2018, only the electric-drive version is available. 2019 was the brand's final year.

2008-2015

2008 Redesign Year

This tiny two-seater was one of our lowest-rated cars, though it's good on gas, a snap to park, and easily sparks conversations. Access to the cabin is very easy and the seats are comfortable too. Power comes from a 1.0-liter, three-cylinder engine that does a decent job keeping up with traffic, but the Smart is very slow accelerating from a stop. It also has a harsh ride, clumsy handling, and an automated manual transmission that has the worst shift quality we've ever experienced. Gear changes are awkwardly executed, causing the car to pause and heave, which rocks occupants fore and aft. We've measured 39 mpg overall, but the Smart requires premium fuel. And, truth be told, given its size, the car really should return much better fuel economy.

2006-2007

2006 Redesign Year

The Smart ForTwo is a tiny two-seater four feet shorter than a Mini Cooper made by DaimlerChrysler. Inside, it doesn't feel as tiny and vulnerable as it looks. With a 40-hp, 0.8-liter, three-cylinder, turbocharged diesel engine and a six-speed sequential transmission, it recorded one of the slowest 0-60 mph acceleration time of any vehicle we've tested: 23.2 seconds. The car quickly loses speed when climbing hills. Shifts are disturbingly slow, causing the car to lurch and lose significant speed during shifts. Handling is reluctant. Steering is vague, and the ride is jittery. At 45 mpg, it goes only one mile further on a gallon of fuel than a Toyota Prius. At least it attracts a lot of grins from onlookers.