Vehicle details
The 2017 Smart Forfour is a 5-door, 4-seat city car designed for tight urban maneuverability, sharing its platform and Renault-sourced engines with the Twingo. Available with a 71hp 1.0L or 90hp 0.9L turbo petrol engine, it offers excellent fuel economy and a very small turning radius, making it ideal for parking, though it struggles with highway speeds.
Key Information for 2017 Model Year:
Engines: 1.0-litre (71 hp) or 0.9-litre turbocharged (90 hp) 3-cylinder petrol engines.
Transmission: 5-speed manual .
Performance: 0-62 mph takes 12.7s for the Electric Drive, while petrol models are generally slower (up to 16.4s for the 1.0L).
Fuel Efficiency: Claimed to deliver over 43?67 mpg, with efficient performance in city driving.
Dimensions: Very compact at 3, 495 mm in length, suitable for small spaces.
Key Features: Rear-wheel drive, 5-door hatchback, rear-mounted engine (under the boot floor).