Smart Forfour 2004-

Want to know everything there is to know about this car?

  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Expensive new and it devalues sharply, buy from an online dealer or second-hand.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I bought second-hand. Good on fuel, my Mercedes garage are good but read smart forums.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sporty feel, bit too firm in town, but great elsewhere.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nippy, three cylinder engine loves to rev, sounds great.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    no problems in 16k miles so far

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    stands out, different and cool (well I think so)

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Comfy seat, but heater controls can knock knees and ride firm.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Smart alarm, deadlocks, custom radio/cd.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    service took a month to book in, dealer good but staff MB first, smart second

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Rough on tick over, cured at first service.

    Other

    Wiper blades and indicators replaced under warranty recall at service.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes