2015
smart ForTwo

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  • 2dr Cpe Pure
    Starts at
    $13,270
    34 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-3
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe Passion
    Starts at
    $14,930
    34 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-3
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cabriolet Passion
    Starts at
    $17,930
    34 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-3
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Hardtop or convertible
Miniscule dimensions
Seats two
Electric version available

The good & the bad

The good

Unexpectedly roomy interior
Maneuverability
Turning circle
Seating position
Slick convertible-top operation

The bad

High-speed stability
Limited cargo room
Rock-hard brakes
Unrefined auto-manual transmission
No cheaper than other small cars
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Expert 2015 smart ForTwo review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
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Vehicle Overview

The two-seat Smart ForTwo is one of the smallest, least-expensive new cars sold. The Smart competes most closely with the Scion iQ. A fully electric version is available.


(Skip to details on the: ForTwo Electric Drive)

New for 2015
There are no significant changes.

Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.

Exterior Highlights

  • 15-inch wheels
  • Contrasting colors along framework around passenger compartment
  • Convertible has fully powered soft-top
  • Available LED running lights

Interior Highlights

  • Fold-flat front passenger seat
  • Automatic air conditioning
  • Available CD stereo
  • Available power windows
  • Available heated seats
  • Available leather upholstery

Under the Hood

  • 70-horsepower, 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine
  • Five-speed auto-manual transmission
  • Available power steering
  • Top speed of 90 mph

Safety Features

  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
  • Side-impact airbags
  • Side curtain airbags
  • Knee airbags

ForTwo Electric Drive

The electric-powered ForTwo is available as a coupe or convertible and uses a 74-hp electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery pack. The ForTwo Electric Drive is rated to travel 68 miles on a charge and has a top speed of more than 78 mph.

What’s Special

  • Six-hour charging time on 240-volt service
  • Cabin temperature preconditioning to preserve driving range

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2015 smart ForTwo review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The two-seat Smart ForTwo is one of the smallest, least-expensive new cars sold. The Smart competes most closely with the Scion iQ. A fully electric version is available.


(Skip to details on the: ForTwo Electric Drive)

New for 2015
There are no significant changes.

Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.

Exterior Highlights

  • 15-inch wheels
  • Contrasting colors along framework around passenger compartment
  • Convertible has fully powered soft-top
  • Available LED running lights

Interior Highlights

  • Fold-flat front passenger seat
  • Automatic air conditioning
  • Available CD stereo
  • Available power windows
  • Available heated seats
  • Available leather upholstery

Under the Hood

  • 70-horsepower, 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine
  • Five-speed auto-manual transmission
  • Available power steering
  • Top speed of 90 mph

Safety Features

  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
  • Side-impact airbags
  • Side curtain airbags
  • Knee airbags

ForTwo Electric Drive

The electric-powered ForTwo is available as a coupe or convertible and uses a 74-hp electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery pack. The ForTwo Electric Drive is rated to travel 68 miles on a charge and has a top speed of more than 78 mph.

What’s Special

  • Six-hour charging time on 240-volt service
  • Cabin temperature preconditioning to preserve driving range

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Safety review

Based on the 2015 smart ForTwo base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Rollover rating
3/5
21.2%
Risk of rollover
21.2%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles

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Consumer reviews

80% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 25 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 4.4
Performance 3.9
Value 4.3
Exterior 4.4
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

  • By verlane from mascotte,Fl
    Owns this car
    February 8, 2023

    love the smart car!

    we love our smart car! Matter of fact, our second one! Our first car we got T-boned, they hit me going 55-60 mph in my drivers door! My smart car saved my life!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Terry from Charles town wv
    Owns this car
    February 18, 2021

    Just what I have always wanted

    I’ve wanted a smart car for 15 years and finally decided to purchase one as a second vehicle. Great little car. Perfect for running errands. A fun little car to drive
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By VW for me from Ft Smith, AR.
    Test drove this car
    February 2, 2021

    Misnomer

    For something that is supposedly a gas sipper this thing is a joke. Luckily the price was enough that I didn't fall for it, quite expensive for what you're getting. I looked up the gas mileage on a fuel economy. Gov and I wasn't very happy. If your summer runt that's 5 foot tall and deliver pizzas inside the city limits of a 25 mile an hour Zone maybe this car would be okay. But if you want to take it on the road and bring it up to speed you feel like it's a coffin with wheels.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
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  • By Stulene from St Simons Island, GA
    Owns this car
    October 25, 2020

    ALMOST BRAND NEW! ONLY 400 ACTUAL MILES

    I’m a car collector so I bought this car for the very low miles. It’s better than day it drove brand new out of showroom! Even stills smells new! Chances are this is the lowest mile gas powered 2015 Smart Fortwo you could ever find for sale. Perfect car for towing behind motorhome, food delivery business, mobile billboard to promote your business, or just use for every day commute.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Smart Car from Houston
    Owns this car
    August 8, 2020

    Really reliable car

    Has been driving it for 3 years 30k miles without any problem. Good for student to get to school. This car is good for two people good quality from Mercedes. Very economic car with 38+mpg. Cold AC everything in good condition. Heated leather seats
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Erikc from Desloge
    Owns this car
    June 29, 2020

    Great fuel saver.

    This is my wife work car. Gets super great mpg. Fast and rides good for small car. Crazy how many grocery will fit in back.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Patricia from Sumter, SC
    Owns this car
    January 27, 2020

    Fun to drive

    Economical and easy to park are the main reasons we love this car. It is also small and light weight enough to be towed by our RV.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Slatanic from Batesville, Arkansas
    Owns this car
    August 11, 2019

    My favorite vehicle that I have owned!

    I bought the car with 8k miles on it at a dealership 9 hours from my house, without having driven one or seeing it in person. At first the transmission jerk was strange but it is like driving a go-kart on steroids. We drove it 95mph all the way back from Texas as I had a work obligation that evening and it performed flawlessly! The jerk in the transmission gets much better the longer you drive it. I am now over 20k miles and it has been a flawless vehicle. The stock front brakes are trash so I bought a new set from O'Reillys and as it was my first brake change it took me 25 minutes to do the first side of the car and only 7 minutes to change the passenger side. Other than that I have had to do nothing to the car at all! Also, fun fact don't run the A/C for long periods on the lowest temp it will freeze up, but if you run it one notch up @ 60 degrees it has no issues. I have owned many new vehicles and this used little go-kart is by far the most fun vehicle I have owned. Pros: Great gas mileage, way way more roomie that you can even believe possible. Seriously, I travel and play Warhammer and I can put all of my giant army bags in it with no issues at all. It is faster than you think and the rear wheel drive gives you the kick you need. Very responsive handling. Cons: Doesn't drive super well in really windy days on the freeway, the small tires are responsive and that means to the wind as well. Seats do not recline, but they aren't designed to on the driver side at least.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Smart Brabus from Toledo, Ohio
    Owns this car
    July 10, 2019

    I own three cars (corvette, porsche, and smart)

    I like the car. I would rate it high in every aspect accept e-way driving. Unstable in my opinion at highway speeds and windy conditions. I like the car and only use 4 gallons of gas per week. I can not recommend due to the brand being abandon by the manufacturer (Mercedes) . Most Mercedes dealers will not work on these cars only smart service centers (few) and these will also not last long.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By the-snug from Tulsa, OK
    Owns this car
    January 20, 2019

    Excellent grocery getter and commute car.

    Great car for students, RVers, and single city dwellers! Gas mileage is unbeatable and it’s easy to park. The trunk area is roomy and I never experienced issues with packing full of things. Overall, a great small car for one or two.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Bushbaby1234 from Springfield, MO
    Owns this car
    November 3, 2018

    Way more roomy than you'd expect

    I'm almost 6 foot tall and i still have a few inches of headroom. i also don't have any legroom issues either. the car is surprisingly peppy for being a tiny engine in a fairly weighty car. it also has no problem handling the large hills here in MO. visibility is great with its huge windows.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By teb from Batavia
    Owns this car
    August 12, 2018

    More room inside than you could imagine

    I bought this vehicle to take the place of the golf cart we use while racing. I think it will work our just fine and fill our need. It's only six inches longer than our golf cart and has air-conditioning too.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Towing
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2015 smart ForTwo?

The 2015 smart ForTwo is available in 2 trim levels:

  • Passion (2 styles)
  • Pure (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2015 smart ForTwo?

The 2015 smart ForTwo offers up to 34 MPG in city driving and 38 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2015 smart ForTwo?

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Is the 2015 smart ForTwo reliable?

The 2015 smart ForTwo has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2015 smart ForTwo owners.

Is the 2015 smart ForTwo a good Coupe?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2015 smart ForTwo. 80.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 25 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 3.9
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.6

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