Smart City Coupé (00-04) - Review

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Demand for this ultra-chic city car really took off when right-hand-drive models hit the market. Before that it was available in left-hand-drive and there are now a small amount on the used market. As a result, prices for the original left-hand-drive cars have fallen to tempting levels. Buyers are attracted to its economical tiny engines, ease of parking and the attractive cabriolet. On sale in the UK since 2000, the range was re-branded fortwo from the start of 2004.
4 out of 5

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4.5 out of 5

Running costs

Pretty cheap to run. Depreciation is slight and gets lower as the cars age. Small turbocharged engine gives around 55 mpg; insurance groups start at group 2, rising to a quite pricey group 8 for the Brabus. All models fall into the lowest road tax band.

Summary Running Costs

Servicing period

Every 10,000 miles

Warranty

Mechanical 3 years; bodywork 6 years

Road tax (12 months)

£30.00 - £100.00

Vehicle excise duty (VED) varies according to the CO2 emissions and the fuel type of the vehicle. For cars registered after March 1st 2001 VED or road tax is based on the car's CO2 emissions. For cars registered before March 1st 2001 it is based on engine size.

Full running costs data

5 out of 5

Green credentials

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    113
  • D
    127
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CO2 emission figure (g/km)

Fuel economy rating

The arrows indicate the best and worst CO2 bands for this model.

Emissions summary

City performs remarkably well on the eco front. With an average of 117 g/km CO2 across the model line-up, its emissions are impressively low for a mini coupe. It's worth noting that the line-up does not feature any diesel models, which typically produce less carbon dioxide than petrol engines with similar power outputs. The range is extremely frugal, averaging 58 mpg.

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