2014 Smart Fortwo review
Smart Fortwo highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Tiny footprint that’s easy to park
- Surprisingly roomy for two people
- Quirky design
Cons
- Auto-manual transmission won’t suit everyone
- Lackluster performance
- Ride can feel rough on the highway
Mileage (EPA estimate)
34 city, 38 highway, 36 combined
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Bringing new meaning to the term “small car”
For 2014, the diminutive Smart Fortwo gets a few new standard features, including air conditioning. It’s a great city driver that’s got surprising space for two passengers and a tiny footprint that makes it easy to park in even the tightest spots.
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What is new for the 2014 Smart Fortwo?
- Fortwo trims have been upgraded with CD Audio as standard equipment this year.
- Parking Sensors features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Pure trim now comes with Air Conditioning and AM/FM Stereo as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2014 Smart Fortwo
1. Tiny footprint
This goes beyond the typical subcompact car. It’s a tiny two-seater that’s great for city driving. It’s so small, in fact, that it can park in spots that other compact cars could only dream of. With a total length of just under nine feet, it’s a surprisingly practical option that can fit into those partial spots between cars.
2. Plenty of space for two
The total footprint of the Smart Fortwo might be small but there’s a decent amount of space in the two seats. You and your passenger get 41.2 inches of legroom and there’s 39.7 inches of headroom. There’s even a small amount of cargo space, measuring 7.8 cu-ft, which is actually quite a lot when you consider the overall size of this subcompact.
3. Characterful design
The boxy shape of the Smart Fortwo makes it stand out. Beyond that, there are plenty of great features that add a bunch of personality to this vehicle. Look out for available colors such as Rally Red and Flame Yellow. The Smart Fortwo also offers huge possibilities with removable body panels. Keep an eye out for ones previous owners might have customized with wraps and other bright colors. As well as the standard hatchback model, there’s also a convertible option too.
4. Frugal performance
That small body also lends itself well to the kind of frugal performance you need for daily life. It has a standard 1.0L engine and can achieve an EPA-estimated 36 mpg combined.
5. Electric option
If you’re looking for a quieter option with smooth power delivery, look out for the all-electric option. It has a 55kW electric motor and a 17.6 kWh lithium-ion battery pack and while not particularly powerful, it’s enough for urban life. This powertrain can achieve an EPA-estimated range of 68 miles on a full charge.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.6 out of 5
7 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 4 |
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RepairPal gave the Smart Fortwo an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Smart Fortwo 21st out of 27 among Subcompact Cars.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Smart FortwoSmart Fortwo features and specs
Passion 2WD 2D Convertible
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Soft Top
- Traction Control
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.0L
Horsepower
70
Torque (ft-lbs)
68
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
8.7
Wheelbase
73.5"
Overall length
106.1"
Width
61.4"
Height
60.7"
Leg room
F 41.2"
Head room
F 39.7"
Front tires
P155/60TR15
Rear tires
P175/55TR15
Seating capacity
2
Transmission
Automatic
2014 Smart Fortwo FAQ
The 2014 Smart Fortwo is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Passion: 34 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
- Pure: 34 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
The Smart Fortwo received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Smart Fortwo as 20 out of 27 among Subcompact Car
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Here is what's new for the 2014 Smart Fortwo:
- CD Audio
- Parking Sensors
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
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