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4.88 out of 5 stars

smart choice

rick, 06/16/2009
2009 smart fortwo passion cabriolet 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Excellent car. Impressive engineering, e. G., abs, electronic stability control, corner braking control, tridion safety cell, etc. Outstanding ergonomics, e. G., comfortable seats w/adjustments, excellent visibility, very fun to drive. Handles very well, and power is sufficient to easily keep up with highway traffic. A manual transmission w/o a clutch, the smart shifts best when you do it yourself, either with paddle shifters or the floor mounted shift lever. In d, the shift points seek the most economical shift point v. More torque, etc. Thus, the engine can lug, e. G., too low rpm. Amazing amount of passenger room, and cargo room in the rear is fine.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A quick comment about photos

Smartie, 08/31/2009
2009 smart fortwo passion cabriolet 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Love, love, love my car! I average about 38 mpg over my 30 mile round- trip commute, and I've gotten 47 on the highway. I feel very safe (drove 80 mph this weekend). I have the upgraded stereo and it is great for me. I drive to work with a smile on my face every day.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Most Fun on 4 Wheels!

nitro, 09/05/2009
2009 smart fortwo passion cabriolet 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I traded a Civic SI for this (hit a deer) and am thrilled with the experience. No it doesn't have the power of the Si or the handling, but it's a ton more fun to drive! Puts a smile on my face everytime I walk up to it. Love opening the top as I approach the car...such a warm welcome! I had navigation and bluetooth installed, except for cruise this is really loaded. Great little run about, even took a refrigerator to work in the back, fit perfectly. It's bigger than you think! Drove to NYC from MD, no issues and 45 mpg in the first 2000 miles. Looking forward to getting over 50 soon!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Upgraded To Cabriolet!

realsmart1, 10/07/2009
2009 smart fortwo passion cabriolet 2dr Convertible (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I originally bought a blue with silver tridian coupe back in July... had issues with water retention in rear hatch...was given a cabriolet smart loaner during repairs...fell in love with convertible...immediately upgraded to a red with a black tridian convertible because of 1.2% APR financing promotion, despite $3000 depreciation for trade-in . I have no regrets...LOVE the convertible. Read my other review for coupe, same applies to this car.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great City Commuter Car

Juniorswa, 04/09/2010
2009 smart fortwo passion coupe 2dr Hatchback (1.0L 3cyl 5AM)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Have owned this car for a little while now and I have to say I love it! I'm averaging 35 mpg using automatic mode and a/c in city traffic. Insurance rates are low and the smart gets a lot of attention. The interior is very roomy and comfortable. Inside it feels like any other car. My last car was a Mazda Miata, so the interior is very comfortable and the ride is very quiet to me. The hatchback trunk is also really great! I too was initially afraid when I first purchased my smart, but this car really grows on you quickly. This is my first European car as I have only owned Japanese brands until now: Mazda, Toyota, and Honda. The Mercedes-Benz service at the dealer has been fantastic!

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