Smart ForTwo Brabus (2nd generation)
The ultimate city car, sharpened by the masters at Bottrop.
- Power
- 98 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.4 s
- Top speed
- 96 mph
- Est. value
- $5k–$11k
About the Smart ForTwo Brabus
The second-generation Smart ForTwo Brabus (W451) transformed the quirky city car into a more assertive 'pocket rocket'. While the standard car focused on urban efficiency, Brabus added a Mitsubishi-sourced 1.0-litre turbo engine tuned for 98hp, paired with a revised 5-speed automated manual gearbox that offered 20% faster shift times. It is distinguished by its wider Monoblock VI alloy wheels, a sports exhaust with dual central exits, and a lowered, stiffened suspension. Though not a traditional sports car, its rear-engine layout and improved agility make it a unique collector's item for urban enthusiasts.
Smart ForTwo Brabus specs
The Smart ForTwo Brabus produces 98 bhp (73 kW) and 140 Nm (103 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.4 seconds and has a top speed of 96 mph (155 km/h).
| Make | Smart |
|---|---|
| Model | ForTwo Brabus |
| Generation | Second Generation (2nd generation) |
| Trim | 1.0 Turbo |
| Years | 2007–2014 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 50,000 built |
| Original price | About $18,000 when new |
| Engine | 1.0-litre turbocharged inline-3 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 999 cc (1.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 98 bhp (73 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 140 Nm (103 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,600 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.4 s |
| Top speed | 96 mph (155 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed automated manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 780 kg (1,720 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 126 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Smart ForTwo Brabus worth?
A typical Smart ForTwo Brabus is estimated to be worth $4,500 – $11,000 (about £3,400 – £8,200).
Its original price when new was about $18,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Smart ForTwo Brabus rarity in CarSpot
The Smart ForTwo Brabus is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 13 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 ForTwo Brabus fun facts
- The Brabus version features a wider rear track and 225-section rear tyres to handle the extra torque, which is unusually wide for a car of this size.
- Despite its tiny dimensions, the W451 generation was the first Smart officially sold in the United States, arriving in 2008.
- The Brabus engine was actually a Mitsubishi 3B21 unit, which Brabus modified with a different turbocharger and ECU mapping.
