2008 smart fortwo Consumer Reviews Page 10

Orphan Car

Written by: Beach Auto on 06/10/2008

Vehicle

2008 smart fortwo passion 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)

Review

Fun to drive. Suspension a little stiff on rough roads. Some road noise. Would like to see access door on rear floor panel to check oil more easily. Also a right side armrest, cruise control and tilt wheel. I really like this car and may buy another one.

Favorite Features

It's just a fun car.

Suggested Improvements

See review.

9 out 12 people found this review helpful

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This Much Fun Should Be Illegal

Written by: Smart Enuf on 06/07/2008

Vehicle

2008 smart fortwo passion cabrio 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)

Review

I've had many cars but never one this fun. It's a hoot to drive, the build quality is excellent, and the mileage is unmatched. I've waited for this car since the mid-90's, and it was well worth the wait!

Favorite Features

Convertible top, the dashboard pods, the huge interior, unique and distinctive design

Suggested Improvements

Needs cruise control and a bit more storage room

6 out 8 people found this review helpful

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The Smart Smile

Written by: Larry on 06/06/2008

Vehicle

2008 smart fortwo passion 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)

Review

I love my new Smart fortwo. It brings smiles everywhere I go. I love the comfort and horsepower.

Favorite Features

Style, comfort

Suggested Improvements

Eliminate initial hesitation upon acceleration. Smoother shift trans

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Smart buy with low C02

Written by: Noel Anthony O'Reill on 06/03/2008

Vehicle

2008 smart fortwo passion 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)

Review

Great little car about town, no big deal on long journeys either. Real head turner. Superb economy with a mix of urban and open road driving. Lots of space for all the shopping. So much fun and easy to park it's an amazing little car. On the negative side - a little racy with the price

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

63 out 67 people found this review helpful

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This is a neat car

Written by: Dr Eric on 05/30/2008

Vehicle

2008 smart fortwo passion cabrio 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)

Review

We have been very impressed with this car, if there is a draw back we have not found it. Performing well in all conditions, Most driving is on the city streets of Daytona but it works well on highway as well. It will travel at 70 very nicely, seeing a truck that close behind you can be a bit unnerving at first!

Favorite Features

just zipping around town

Suggested Improvements

non so far it works as is.

14 out 15 people found this review helpful

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My Favorite Car Ever!!!

Written by: kc on 05/29/2008

Vehicle

2008 smart fortwo passion 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)

Review

This car is a blast to drive! I feel like I'm in a sports car. I'm 5'9 and fit in with no trouble, as it is so roomy. I love the thumbs up, gawking, crowds I draw, and the oohs, and aahs. I've even had people pull in my driveway to have a look. The shifting takes a little getting used to but what fun!! Ever since I saw these cars in Europe I've wanted one. Best of all it is so easy to find a parking space!

Favorite Features

I love the sun roof, the built in GPS, the roominess, and the color!! Mine's blue!!

Suggested Improvements

Better gas mileage, cruise control, an arm rest would be great. Louder horn.

78 out 84 people found this review helpful

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Smart to get a Smart

Written by: smartminixb on 05/28/2008

Vehicle

2008 smart fortwo passion 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)

Review

I have my smart for over 4 months now and it's nothing but a pleasure to drive. This car handles better than what I expected. It gets better gas mileage compared to my truck. Both interior and exterior styling is superb. Washing and waxing it takes less than hour. All in all I love this car. I will eventually get a second.

Favorite Features

Paddle shifters are my favorite.

Suggested Improvements

Add cruise control

19 out 20 people found this review helpful

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Great Little Car!

Written by: Smart Car Wins! on 05/28/2008

Vehicle

2008 smart fortwo passion cabrio 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)

Review

Took delivery 2/2008. Car is averaging 45 MPG. Can find no faults at all. Fun to drive, easy to park, good all around car.

Favorite Features

45 mpg is great, to hell with the oil producers and their high oil prices.

Suggested Improvements

None

28 out 30 people found this review helpful

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Great Little Car!

Written by: Dennis Mau on 05/27/2008

Vehicle

2008 smart fortwo pure 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)

Review

This is one of the best cars I have ever owned! I am getting 40 to 45 MPG going back and forth to work which is part city and part highway driving. On the highway I am getting 45 to 50 MPG. So the actual mileage if you drive it moderately in automatic mode is much better than the EPA estimates. The car does not feel as small as it is. Very comfortable in all types of weather. Heater and A/C work great. In fact it heats up and cools down much better than regular size cars because there isn't much space to heat and cool! Will easily run 90 MPH on the highway and very smooth and stable at that speed. Handles very good around corners also. Very agile in city traffic. Like driving a go-kart!

Favorite Features

I like the removable plastic body panels. Tridion safety cell and all the safety features which are standard like the ABS brakes, the Stability Control, frontal and side airbags, traction control,electronic force distribution,tire pressure monitors,acceleration skid control (like positraction).

Suggested Improvements

I think it would be nice to have a sport model available like the Brabus in Europe. With a stiffer suspension,bigger wheels, a turbo motor with a little more horsepower, and maybe 4 wheel disc brakes. You would sacrifice a little gas mileage but the car would really be a blast to drive with 120 HP!

25 out 26 people found this review helpful

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Fantastic!

Written by: 1SMART on 05/27/2008

Vehicle

2008 smart fortwo passion cabrio 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)

Review

I am very pleased with all aspects of this car. It's roomy, has great power and is a blast to drive. Very well put together, I love it and would recommend it.

Favorite Features

I can fit 2 suit cases in the back and still have plenty of room for my 6 ft frame.

Suggested Improvements

More aftermarket accessories.

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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