Smart ForFour W453
A rear-engined, rear-wheel-drive city car with a class-leading turning circle.
- Power
- 71 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 15.1 s
- Top speed
- 94 mph
About the Smart ForFour W453
The second-generation Smart ForFour (W453) was a radical departure from its front-engined predecessor, sharing a rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive platform with the third-generation Renault Twingo. This 1.0-litre naturally aspirated variant serves as the entry-level model, prioritising urban agility over outright performance. Its most notable feature is an exceptionally tight 8.65-metre turning circle, made possible by the lack of drive shafts at the front. While the interior is compact, the 'Tridion' safety cell and clever packaging make it a distinctive and safe choice for city dwellers.
Smart ForFour W453 specs
The Smart ForFour W453 produces 71 bhp (53 kW) and 91 Nm (67 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 15.1 seconds and has a top speed of 94 mph (151 km/h).
| Make | Smart |
|---|---|
| Model | ForFour |
| Generation | W453 |
| Trim | 1.0 |
| Years | 2014–2021 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 1.0-litre 3-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 999 cc (1.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 71 bhp (53 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 91 Nm (67 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 15.1 s |
| Top speed | 94 mph (151 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 975 kg (2,150 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 73 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Smart ForFour W453 rarity in CarSpot
The Smart ForFour W453 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Smart ForFour W453 fun facts
- The W453 ForFour shares approximately 70% of its parts with the Renault Twingo III, though the two cars feature entirely different exterior styling.
- Because the engine is located under the boot floor, the front wheels can turn at a much sharper angle, giving it a turning circle smaller than a London taxi.
- The ForFour was never officially sold in the United States, where Smart only offered the two-seat Fortwo model.
