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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Honest Car - 2009 Smart fortwo
By Greg - February 15 - 2:00 amI own a red and black 09 Cabriolet with nearly 30,000 miles on the engine. Overall, I like the car very much. It is an honest car; honest in what it is designed to do and honest in its appeal to drivers who want sensible fun. Granted, it is not a fast car and I usually take my time to get up to highway speed. That being said, most of the lag is in the transmission so once in 5th gear the car easily dominates in traffic. The ride is stiff, not unlike a MINI Cooper and handling is crisp with perhaps a hint of its weight in the steering. The interior is brightly decorated but feels cheap for its price class. Even so, the car is very sturdy on the road, the important parts being solid as rocks.
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WHEN ECONOMY MEETS FUN! - 2009 Smart fortwo
By jroadster - January 15 - 10:00 amThis car is amazing, it is fun to drive. I feel very safe when I am in this car, also the acceleration is better than you think. The quality for a car of this price is EXCELLENT, it feels rock solid and has go-kart-like steering. I can do 60mph and turn hard, feels like BMW designed the steering. This car is put together well for its price it does not feel cheap at all. It does not roll or tilt when driven hard, makes me feel good and excited to drive this baby!!!
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Great Car - 2009 Smart fortwo
By Bill T - October 2 - 7:16 pmI have more fun in this car then in any I have owned. Its responsive, comfortable and a joy. It is amazing to me how something that is so small can feel so big when youre in it. The transmission takes a bit to get used to, but as soon as you do, it works great. If youre looking for a race car, this aint it, but if you want something to get you where youre going with a smile Id say you dont have to look further. :-)
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Best Car I have ever owned! - 2009 Smart fortwo
By Dave - September 11 - 11:56 amI bought the Smart Car fortwo a year ago. I love it. Easy on gas and drives great. I wished I would have got AC added. Other than that, its a great little car!
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Great city cAr - 2009 Smart fortwo
By Chelsey - July 23 - 8:05 amGreat city car
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Better than expected - would buy a Smart again. - 2009 Smart fortwo
By R.B. - March 23 - 3:11 amThe good: • A breeze to park. I actually LOVE when its time to find a parking space, since it can fit in leftover 1/2 spaces where other cars cant fit. If I ever switch to a full sized car, this is the #1 thing I will miss. • Great gas mileage. Driving around town and running errands, I can usually go 2+ weeks on a tank. • Gas fill-ups are quick and CHEAP. • Can go longer between oil changes. Manual advises to use synthetic and go up to a year between changes. • Great acceleration from complete stop. • Surprisingly good handling in snow. Its rear wheel drive and the engine is in the rear, so that is good for traction in the snow. There have been a few occasions where Ive driven to work in several inches of snow. Ive never been stuck (knock on wood) or felt like my Smart was out of control. • The car doesn’t use much electricity. Ive left the headlights and dome lights on overnight and it has always started. • No one volunteers me to be a taxi, or to use my vehicle to help them move. The not so swell: • There is a perception of Smart cars not being real safe for regular freeway commutes. It doesnt feel unsafe when I drive on freeways. It just doesnt give me the confidence and safe feeling I might have in a larger vehicle. • It doesnt recover its speed once youre slowed down on steep uphill roads. Once you slow down on a hill, that is as fast as youre going. • On uninterrupted driving over say, 60 miles, the engine gives off a slight burning smell. I dont know if mine has an issue or this is normal. It doesn’t seem to be a problem, but I try to avoid taking it on long trips often. • It could use a wall between the rear cargo area and seat backs. Unsecured items slide forward and fall under the seats. • No spare tire/donut. The upside is that the tires are so small that I just carry a high psi hand pump (looks like a bicycle pump) in the cargo, which is sufficient to put enough air in the tire to drive it to a repair place. • Its skinny-ness is great for parking, but when I take it through the automatic wash, only the driver side tires get washed. The tire wash on the passenger side misses the tires. • National service franchises dont work with Smarts enough. There is usually confusion over where the engine is, and how to get to it. This resulted in one of them breaking the thumb lever off the rear cargo hatch. • Not a huge selection of tires for this car. I found 2 brands, and only limited tire stores carry them.
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Love my smart - 2009 Smart fortwo
By Denise - February 15 - 6:13 pmThe smart fortwo is the most unique car Ive ever owned. Its not for everybody but I love mine. I couldnt wait to get one and enjoy every moment behind the wheel. Even just looking at it sitting in my driveway makes me smile. I didnt buy it for the fuel economy but I average 42mpg combined city/highway.
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Good things come in small packages! - 2009 Smart fortwo
By Mona - September 30 - 3:53 amAnaylze the situation: 3 cylinders, 5ft. x 8ft., 2 seats...O.K...now continue: This is the best thing since the telephone!!! The reviews that say no power, or no room, or whatever...GO buy a GAS burning, giant SUV and SHUT UP! This little cutie-pie is great for what you get! I have power steering, leather heated seats, remote keyless entry, alarm, etc. Some of the bigger/money cars dont come with that. Sold by Mercedes Benz, how civilized is that. I drive a Harley Road Glide, as well, and both are a blast! How dare those people to complain! The turning radius and parking ablity cannot be touched by GAS gusslers! Oh, and for the size, it is the safest by far!!
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We own 2! - 2009 Smart fortwo
By Rayline - August 30 - 8:16 amWe ordered one, got an "orphan" 2 days after they came out in Jan 2008. Loved it so much that we kept the one that we ordered also. Drove them both from TX to CA and had no problems with hills, dust storms, rain or gas. Could drive to one pump, fit and fill both with one bill! Can travel easily at 80-85 mph and have had it to 93. Can park anywhere. Problems with speed or hills are the driver-not the car. Great gas mileage, and great safety features. Also love the heated seats. Have taken it to Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and love it in traffic. Its a blast!
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Love it So Much, I named it Smarty Jones .... - 2009 Smart fortwo
By Beth - June 3 - 12:50 amDrive it and then decide for yourself. I did and once driven knew it was the car for me. It can be parked almost anywhere, gets about 40 mpg city/hwy. Fuel efficient and lots of fun to drive!
