2016 Smart Fortwo review
Smart Fortwo highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- City-friendly size
- Good fuel economy
- Distinctive design
Cons
- Uncomfortable ride
- Large rear blind spots
- Limited power
Mileage (EPA estimate)
32 city, 39 highway, 35 combined
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A fresh look for this diminutive city car
The 2016 Smart Fortwo ushers in a full redesign for the gasoline-powered models, offering fresh styling, increased space, and enhanced power, while the Fortwo Electric Drive remains consistent with the 2015 model. This redesign adds a better automatic transmission and makes the Smart Fortwo a little more comfortable over long distances.
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What is new for the 2016 Smart Fortwo?
- The Fortwo is available in a variety of new trims, including the Prime and Proxy.
- Fortwo trims have been upgraded with Cruise Control, Front Seat Heaters, Leather Seats, Turbo Charged Engine, Bluetooth Technology, CD Audio, and JBL Sound System as standard equipment this year.
- Parking Sensors, Leatherette Seats, and Manual Transmission features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Pure trim now comes with Power Windows as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2016 Smart Fortwo
1. Great for city living
The 2016 Fortwo's ultra-compact design remains its standout feature, especially beneficial for navigating and parking in congested urban areas. Its size allows it to effortlessly fit into the smallest parking spots, a luxury in busy city streets. To give you a sense of just how practical this could be, two of these parked nose-to-nose would still be smaller than your average SUV.
2. Spacious for its size
Despite its diminutive exterior, the 2016 Fortwo offers a surprisingly spacious cabin for the driver and passenger. You’ll get 41.2 inches of legroom, a rare find in such a compact vehicle. If you need to carry stuff with you too, there’s even cargo space for your shopping bags or luggage. Load up the 12.4 cu-ft of space with everything you need for a city break with your favorite person.
3. Fresh look
The new styling of the 2016 Fortwo adds a modern twist to its already unique appearance. You get slightly more rounded lines that give this model a more muscular look. The result is a tony car that still has plenty of presence. The car's distinctive look is further enhanced with removable body panels that give you some customization options once you get your new-to-you 2016 Fortwo back home.
4. Frugal 0.9L engine
The Fortwo's small stature contributes to thrifty performance. The 2016 model offers an EPA-estimated 35 mpg combined from its 0.9L engine with the automatic transmission.
5. Electric Drive option
If you’d prefer electric power, the 2016 Fortwo Electric Drive offers a quiet and smooth ride. It's ideal for short city trips and daily errands, providing decent electric range for most urban drivers' needs without the hassle of frequent recharging. It’ll get an EPA-estimated 68 miles of range on a full charge.
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Ratings & reliability
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 Coupe
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Manual Transmission
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Front Seat Heaters
- JBL Sound System
- Parking Sensors
- Skylight(s)
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.0L
Horsepower
89
Torque (ft-lbs)
100
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
7.7
Wheelbase
73.7"
Overall length
106.1"
Width
65.5"
Height
61.2"
Leg room
F 41.2"
Head room
F 39.7"
Front tires
P155/60TR15
Rear tires
P175/55TR15
Seating capacity
2
Transmission
Manual 5
2016 Smart Fortwo FAQ
The 2016 Smart Fortwo is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Passion : 32 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway
- Pure : 32 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway
- Proxy : 32 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway
- Prime : 32 MPG City and 39 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
The 2016 Smart Fortwo has received an average 3.4 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2016 Smart Fortwo, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2016 Smart Fortwo Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2016 Smart Fortwo:
- Prime
- Proxy
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
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