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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2012 fortwo, so we've included reviews for other years of the fortwo since its last redesign.
They are so good I purchased another one
JohnnyBones, 10/01/2009
2009 smart fortwo BRABUS coupe 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Let me be the first to sing praises of the BRABUS model. As a fairly fickle person when it comes to cars, I never had purchased the same make/model of car twice (let alone in a row). It all started with a very early delivery of my 2008 SMART Passion which I enjoyed for 20K miles plus. While debating to extend the warranty or trade to a different vehicle, I decided to take a BRABUS for a spin. The bigger rims, heated leather seats, the well sculpted body and the better suspension made it an easy decision and now my Black BRABUS hatch looks gorgeous in my driveway and it gets a lot of looks. For those who doubt the BRABUS magic need to test drive this car. Its a truly a SMART for the guys.
Most fun car ever, take it everywhere
tcfrank, 05/03/2010
2009 smart fortwo passion coupe 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This car is solid, fun to drive and great in the snow - with engine over the driven wheels and traction control. It's so much fun to drive that I have sold my BMW motorcycle in favor of this car. My wife and I take the car everywhere and can ALWAYS find a parking spot that nobody else can get in! The transmission in full auto mode does take a little getting used to, but the paddle shifters are available to give you what you want when you want it if you don't like the auto shift program.
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2009 short hopper delight, sorry it’s discontinued
Gary Cardoza, 08/07/2018
updated 02/12/2020
2009 smart fortwo passion cabriolet 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
MBZ sunset the line for USA. Sad to see it go. But little car is a rare gem and is not for everyone. Have original car since 2009. Low maintenance. Plan to keep until service is not provided by dealer. Great car for running short errands and city driving. Parks easily anywhere. 2009 model bought new has had very low maintenance. Had a minor fender bender and the plastic driver door panel was replaced in an hour. Better than new. Sorry to see the gas models discontinued for the USA. Not for everyone. Great for city car. Only downside is not all Mercedes dealers work on the car. They say the do, but expertise varies by mechanics. Lucky she didn’t need much except for oil changes. 2019 update: still in love with this 2009 after all these years. Only way to make short hops less than 5 miles to the store. Reliability has been excellent, cheap to own. Runs like new with only annual services. Fun car with cabriolet top. More of a motorcycle experience with air conditioning and four tires.
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Another Daimler product
iota78, 02/10/2011
2011 smart fortwo passion coupe 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
95 of 134 people found this review helpful
The only reason I checked the smart car out was the fact that it is made/engineered by Daimler. I have had many Mercedes. still have a 1972 450SL and my current one is a 2009 R350 (yea, the spaceship) For a 75 HP engine it has what i would expect or more with regard to acceleration. The transmission shifting is a little different at first but then reminds you you didn't buy a race car but one that gets you where you want to go with some nice euro style creature comforts. I am 6'4" 270 pounds and easily got into the seat without any trouble due to the large doors. leg room is ample and the large windows are good to eliminate any chance of feeling claustrophobic.
Finally out-grew the mini-van!
Kelly, 03/01/2010
2009 smart fortwo passion cabriolet 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
After owning a mini-van for 18 years, I finally got to go small! I had my eye on a Smart for over a year and decided to finally go for it. I was a bit nervous at first, thinking I might miss the size of a van. After driving it the Smart for 2 day I am no longer worried! I have so much fun driving my Smart! The more I drive the more I love it. I find any excuse just to go out and drive. Made my first trip to Costco and managed to fit everything. (I still have 2 17 yr olds at home) Love all the attention I get. Trying to convince my husband to get one for his commute to work.