Smart ForFour W454
A quirky, Mitsubishi-based supermini with a distinctive Tridion safety cell.
- Power
- 75 bhp
- Top speed
- 103 mph
About the Smart ForFour W454
The first-generation Smart ForFour (W454) was a radical departure for the brand, moving away from the rear-engine layout of the Fortwo to a front-engine platform shared with the Mitsubishi Colt. Built at the NedCar plant in the Netherlands, it featured Smart's signature interchangeable plastic body panels and a visible Tridion safety cell. The 1.1-litre three-cylinder engine provides a characterful thrum, though the car was often criticised for its high price relative to its Japanese sibling. Despite its clever interior with sliding rear seats, slow sales led to production being cut short after only two years.
Smart ForFour W454 specs
The Smart ForFour W454 produces 75 bhp (56 kW) and 100 Nm (74 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 103 mph (165 km/h).
| Make | Smart |
|---|---|
| Model | ForFour |
| Generation | W454 |
| Trim | 1.1 Pulse |
| Years | 2004–2006 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 1.1-litre inline-3 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,124 cc (1.1 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 75 bhp (56 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 100 Nm (74 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 103 mph (165 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 965 kg (2,127 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 78 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Smart ForFour W454 rarity in CarSpot
The Smart ForFour W454 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 W454 fun facts
- The ForFour shares approximately 60% of its components with the Mitsubishi Colt, including the chassis and engines.
- To prove the interior's 'lounge concept' marketing, Top Gear presenters once spent 24 hours living inside a ForFour.
- The car features a sliding rear bench that allows owners to prioritise either rear legroom or boot space.
