Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Smart Fortwo returns with the introduction of a sportier trim level from German tuner Brabus. Minor changes to the returning models include flexible door storage nets.

• Fits in spaces others cannot, zippy around-town handling, surprisingly accommodating interior, high fuel economy, attention-getting style.

• Herky-jerky automanual transmission, expensive compared to larger subcompact cars, awkward floor-mounted brake pedal, ill-suited for highway travel.

User Reviews:

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  High on the fun meter - 2009 Smart fortwo
  By Ken - April 24 - 10:03 am

  Well, I have had many cars in my life and I can not think of any that is more fun to drive, including my wifes Z-4. It just cruises down the road at 70 to 80 with the big boys. My first tank of gas I averaged 37 MPG.

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  I love it on the highway! - 2009 Smart fortwo
  By Angela - March 31 - 3:26 am

  But it is the most fun in a city. I regularly drive my smart fortwo on the NY thruway, and the garden state parkway, up to the Catskills from Philly. Yes, the handling takes a while to get used too. But for the 2010 review to state it gets tossed around on the highway is ridiculous. Perhaps people need to learn how to drive again? Steering a huge SUV is different than driving a smart. I prefer the smart. Where it excels is when I am in my row home in Philadelphia. I have never had to hunt for a parking spot, maneuverable in the city, and awesome handling makes it easy to get out of tight situations. I save $200 a month on parking. Get smart!

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  Just good to say - 2009 Smart fortwo
  By Jody of N.Y. - March 24 - 9:26 am

  This car is really good to show off how big it is inside. People I know cant believe how big it is and feels when it drives. The only thing I would change or add is Cruise control. I had it added, that makes it complete for me. I have nothing but fun when I drive it.

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  LOVE my Smart red convertible! - 2009 Smart fortwo
  By jtb9265 - March 2 - 3:33 am

  I have owned CRXs, Miatas, Mini Coopers, and other comparable cars. Theyve all been great, but theres just something about the Smart! Lets face it, its not a car for everyone - but if you do most of your driving by yourself (or with one other person), its a complete joy to own! I chuckle when people ask me, "So, can you take it on the freeway?" To set the record straight, YES you can - and not only does it drive like any other car, its a LOT more fun!

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  The Corvette of economy cars - 2009 Smart fortwo
  By robert stout - January 19 - 6:46 am

  Old people have discovered this car, so it is not sold to youngsters only...People ask me if it gets 60 miles per gallon, and I respond it gets the best gas mileage of any non-hybrid sold in America...You can do a u-turn on a narrow 2 lane street,but dont try going fast over speed bumps...The Passion is loaded with standard equipment, including panorama roof,paddle shifters,auto air,electric windows/locks,and ABS/ stability control... The Smart is Amazingly roomy for two...It has enough space in back for a weeks groceries...It has style,which is lacking in other economy cars... It is a Mercedes on a beer budget...Resale value will likely challenge Corvette and most Japanese imports...

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  Its ok - 2009 Smart fortwo
  By Rater - January 6 - 7:46 am

  It drives like a jeep (hard and stiff) and is slow to accelerate. The brake pedal is uncomfortable. I use it to go to work where parking is an issue. This is the only reason I bought the car. In this respect its great. I now compete with motorcycles. But in all other respects it is disappointing. Transmission is slow to shift, a/c not cold enough. Would I buy it again? Yes. Because of the parking issue I have no choice. If I didnt have to go to work and park I would not buy this car.

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  the best vehicle i have ever BOUGHT - 2009 Smart fortwo
  By GEORGE - July 12 - 3:13 am

  I am 6 ft 4 inches tall and 290 lbs and the room in the car is fabulous the handling is fantastic in ten days I have had about 30 people stop and ask to sit or see the inside they can not beleive it is so comfortable thank you George brown

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  81 yr. old Driver LOVES it!! - 2009 Smart fortwo
  By Chris - July 11 - 12:16 pm

  My 81 yr. old Mom & I bought this used with only 50 miles, so it was basically new. Original owner lived in the city & bought it for his 17 yr. old. After only a few weeks, she didnt feel safe driving it. We feel very safe. We live in a Rural area, & have driven on the Interstates. We LOVE it! As others have said, get use to having people wait outside in the parking lot to see whos driving it & asking questions. The first time driving, Mom got 2 thumbs up from guys working on the road. The automanual shifting is indeed there with the jerking motion, but after driving for awhile now, we hardly notice it anymore. Cant wait to put the top down. Love the heated seats.

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  Fun, Fun, Fun - 2009 Smart fortwo
  By Murkey - June 20 - 3:26 pm

  This car is fun and versatile to drive. You can drive it in the automated (transmission) or the manual mode. It drives much better in the manual mode and you have more control over the acceleration level and shifting into gears. You can’t compare this car to a traditional sedan, which is what many reviewers try to do. This car is in a league by itself. There is plenty of room for 2 average size people and it makes getting around and parking in an urban area much easier than any other car.

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  WORLDS FINEST GO CART WITH AC AND AIR BAGS - 2009 Smart fortwo
  By brabus4two - March 24 - 11:01 am

  I picked it up in Vegas in 2012 with only 6100mi. and went straight to the strip that evening with the top down and the Biggest Smile on my face! This Brabus stole the show from the worlds finest automobiles as everyone was looking and pointing! This car satisfies my desire for a car, a motorcycle, and a Go Cart...The transmission is "different" relax and let it do its job while you do yours Smiling...Want to go faster then use the paddle shifter! And those who say AC is weak need Freon, it was 113 and I had to turn it down and windows are not tinted! After a year I still havent hit 7,000mi yet...I love the car so much I cant bare to put miles on it...So I treat myself now and then