Overview & Reviews

The Smart Fortwo is an all-new brand and model in the United States for 2008, sold at a select number of United Auto Group and Mercedes-Benz dealerships across the country.

• Sips fuel, can be parked almost anywhere, zippy around-town handling, surprisingly accommodating interior, attention-getting styling.

• Herky-jerky automanual transmission, pricey compared to larger subcompact cars, awkward floor-mounted brake pedal, not suited for highway travel.

User Reviews:

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  I love my Smart Car - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By sdbigdog - August 31 - 9:36 am

  I bought this car as a fun backup car to my large SUV, but now I only drive Smart Car. I love it. At first the shifting seemed strange, but now Im used to it. Its fun to pass Porsches on the freeway at 85 mph. My only problem is every time I stop people always ask me questions about it. It gets too much attention.

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  Fun, but be careful - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By CyberSpiff - August 24 - 1:50 pm

  I drove the Smart for 14 miles each way to and from work for 6 months, enjoying the good mileage and fun handling. Parking was easy and it was a comfortable ride. The problem I ran into was a lack of stability in windy settings. I had a scary incident when I was blown into the lane next to me as a result of driving on a windy day and having a truck drive past me, which moved me over to the next lane. Thankfully there was no one in that lane, but it could have been a real problem. As a result I sold the car the next day. I dont think this is a typical situation and in no way blame the design. Its something to keep in mind when you are considering the Smart.

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  It is what it is - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By Jim - August 8 - 12:53 am

  Averaging 36 MPG in heavy stop and go, bumper-to-bumper traffic. On the road I get mid-40s. With AC off I can average over 50 MPG at 55-60 MPH. If you currently enjoy driving / riding in a large luxury vehicle you will be disappointed. If you are looking for a fun to drive, small, easy to park, inexpensive, economical vehicle for mostly city driving and you have no need for more than 2 seats or a lot of storage, it will be difficult to beat the smart. This vehicle is not perfect - it is what it is!

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  Shockingly good car - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By daimler - July 28 - 6:23 pm

  This car doesnt fit its specs: --it feels faster than its stated 0-60 time suggests --ESP is a *huge* safety issue that this car has alone for its price --It feels *much* bigger inside (coming from being 61" and 180# --Despite its price, the build quality is as good as cars 2x its price --The interior feel (quality and layout) again feels...well, if not luxurious, then at least not like a 25K car, let alone a 15K car. Really an amazing piece of work. Consumer reports panned the car and I completely dont get it. I find this car more fun to drive than my wifes old Miata because I actually fit in this car and this one is big enough to haul a few bags of groceries standing upright.

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  I love mine - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By redesert - July 20 - 1:50 am

  I have had my Smart for 2 months. A great commuter car. I am 64" and fit very well. (Not so well in the Yaris or Fit) It is actually a blast to drive.

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  Disapointed Owner - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By Rob - July 18 - 12:13 pm

  The car is fun to drive with the exception of the transmission. You never know when it is going to hesitate, sometimes it take 3 to 5 seconds for the computer operated clutch to decide what it wants to do. This is dangerous when trying to pull out into traffic. The gas mileage in the city is only 25 to 30. The car has not lived up to my expectations.

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  This is the best car ever :) - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By Tony Brancaleoni - July 14 - 3:03 pm

  This is the best car ever. I have owned a lot of car but this is my favorite. everywhere I go I feel like a moviestar. the ride is awesome for a small car. I love the auto wipers and HID lights & heated Seats. and I can put the top down at any speed on the highway how cool is that :). driving around town my milage has been 38 worst (ethanol gas) 44 best (pure gas). highway is around 49 as long as you drive under 70 MPH I think I could get 50 MPG If I drove the speed limit :) I wish It had Cruise Control and the trans takes some getting used to. the subwoofer under the seat doesnt seem to work. my dealer will look at it when I bring it in for service.

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  excellent car - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By kay - July 4 - 11:16 am

  I love the car. When your in it you feel like your in a normal size car. Your actually up higher than a lot of cars, which is one of the safety features. The mileage is much better than they advertise it. I find it to have great pick up. It feels like any other car going 80mph. I was pleased by how well it drives and feels.

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  Excellent Commuter Car City or Highway - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By John Brown - March 9 - 9:03 am

  A few days into ownership and it is a perfect work commuter car. Size and mass matters when it comes to build purpose, operational function, and safety. "It is what it is", and 700,000 sales around the world since 1998 speaks for itself.

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  Smiling in my Smart - 2008 Smart fortwo
  By Smart in Naples - March 3 - 4:30 pm

  Although we had some reservations about buying a Smart car, now that we have owned it for 3 months there are no regrets. It is fun to drive, comfortable for two large people, and provides a reason for all of those who see it on the road a reason to smile. We can fit groceries for a week for two in the back compartment, as long as it isnt a Costco trip with large bundles of paper and cleaning supplies. The gas mileage is OK, 33-38 mpg with mostly in town driving, but it is so much fun to drive and pass the big land yachts that are so prevalent in Naples Florida.