Smart ForTwo (2nd generation)
The ultimate urban micro-car, enhanced with fuel-saving stop-start technology.
- Power
- 71 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 12.8 s
- Top speed
- 90 mph
- Est. value
- $3k–$5k
About the Smart ForTwo
The second-generation Smart ForTwo (W451) arrived in 2007, growing slightly in length to meet US crash standards while retaining its signature two-seat layout and Tridion safety cell. The 'mhd' (micro hybrid drive) variant introduced a belt-driven starter-generator that provided a smooth stop-start function, improving urban fuel efficiency by roughly 8%. Powered by a Mitsubishi-sourced 1.0-litre engine, it replaced the tiny turbocharged units of the first generation with a more robust, naturally aspirated powerplant. While the automated manual transmission remains a point of contention for its slow shifts, the car's ability to park perpendicular to the kerb and its tight turning circle make it an unmatched city specialist.
Smart ForTwo specs
The Smart ForTwo produces 71 bhp (53 kW) and 92 Nm (68 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 12.8 seconds and has a top speed of 90 mph (145 km/h).
| Make | Smart |
|---|---|
| Model | ForTwo |
| Generation | Second Generation (2nd generation) |
| Trim | 1.0 mhd |
| Years | 2007–2014 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany |
| Original price | About $12,000 when new |
| Engine | 1.0-litre 3-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 999 cc (1.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 71 bhp (53 kW) at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 92 Nm (68 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 12.8 s |
| Top speed | 90 mph (145 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed automated manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 750 kg (1,653 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 95 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 worth?
A typical Smart ForTwo is estimated to be worth $3,300 – $4,900 (about £2,500 – £3,700).
Its original price when new was about $12,000.
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 rarity in CarSpot
The Smart ForTwo 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 ForTwo fun facts
- Despite the 'micro hybrid drive' name, the mhd is not a true hybrid; it uses a clever belt-driven starter-generator to enable stop-start functionality.
- The second-generation ForTwo was the first Smart model to be officially sold in the United States, launching in early 2008.
- The car's body panels are made of recyclable plastic and are designed to be easily swapped for different colours if the owner desires a new look.
