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Smart Forfour II (W453) 1.0 (71 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Smart Forfour:
The Smart Forfour is a city car marketed by Smart over two generations. The first generation was marketed in Europe from 2003 to 2006 with a front-engine configuration, sharing its platform with the Mitsubishi Colt. The second generation was marketed in Europe from 2014 after an eight-year hiatus, using rear-engine or rear electric motor configurations. It is based on the third-generation Renault Twingo, which also forms a basis for the third-generation Smart Fortwo. A battery electric version was marketed as the EQ Forfour beginning in 2018....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (W453) Overview:
Smart Forfour (II (W453)). With 91 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5 l/100km). Weighing only 970 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16.9 s). The top speed reaches 151 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 (71 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Similar to the manual 71 Hp, but the automatic transmission can make it feel even more lethargic, especially on inclines.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy, but the automatic can sometimes hinder optimal efficiency compared to the manual version.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional maneuverability and tight turning circle for city driving
- • Compact size makes parking effortless
- • Available all-electric EQ model for zero-emission commuting
- • Rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout offers unique handling characteristics
- • Fuel-efficient petrol engines (especially 0.9L turbo)
Cons:
- • Limited boot space and rear passenger room
- • Base 1.0L engines are very sluggish outside of urban areas
- • Interior quality can feel basic compared to some rivals
- • Range anxiety for the EQ electric model on longer journeys
- • Can feel less stable at highway speeds due to its short wheelbase
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(W454: 2005 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Smart |
| Model: | Forfour |
| Generation: | II (W453) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 (71 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 71 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 71.1 Hp/l [257mm less] |
| Torque: | 91 Nm @ 2850 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 281.920 More details about the engine M 281.920 |
| Engine displacement: | 999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Rear, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 72.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 151 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.7 kg/Hp, 73.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.7 kg/Nm, 93.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 970 |
| Max. weight: | 1435 |
| Max load: | 465 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 975 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 185 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 28 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3495 mm mm [257mm less] |
| Width: | 1665 mm mm [19mm less] |
| Height: | 1554 mm mm [104mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2494 mm mm [6mm less] |
| Front track: | 1467 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1429 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 8.65 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 165/65 R15; 185/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.0J x 15; 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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