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Smart Fortwo Coupe (C450) 0.7i Brabus (75 Hp)
Overall Rating
Smart Fortwo:
Smart is a Chinese German automotive marque established in 1994. Smart Automobile Co. , Ltd. is a joint venture established by Mercedes-Benz AG and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group in 2019 and aimed at producing Smart-badged cars in China to be marketed globally. The venture is headquartered in Ningbo.
Originally, Smart was known for producing microcars and subcompacts, primarily the Fortwo and Forfour, at Smartville in Hambach, Moselle, France and additionally at Renault's Revoz plant. Since its restructuring in 2019, the brand now produces small battery electric vehicles at a manufacturing plant in China, with distribution, marketing and aftersales activities in Europe handled by Smart Europe GmbH, which is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Coupe (C450) Overview:
Smart Fortwo (Coupe (C450)). With 110 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.5 l/100km). Weighing only 805 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.3 s). The top speed reaches 150 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
0.7i Brabus (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most potent engine in the lineup, offering surprisingly brisk acceleration for a Smart, making city driving more engaging and spirited. It's the closest the C450 gets to 'performance'.
Fuel Economy
While still very economical by general standards, it's the least fuel-efficient petrol option for the C450 due to its higher power output and performance tuning.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional maneuverability and ease of parking in urban environments
- • Highly fuel-efficient, especially the diesel variant
- • Unique and distinctive styling
- • Compact footprint ideal for congested cities
- • Low running costs (fuel, insurance, road tax)
Cons:
- • Limited interior space, strictly two-seater
- • Modest performance from most engine options
- • Mixed reputation for ride comfort and highway stability
- • Older safety rating (2 stars Euro NCAP)
- • Small boot capacity
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cabrio (A450): 1998 - 2007).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Smart |
| Model: | Fortwo |
| Generation: | Coupe (C450) |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.7i Brabus (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5250 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 107.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 110 Nm @ 2200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 160.920 [Same engine] More details about the engine M 160.920 |
| Engine displacement: | 698 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.1 l |
| Coolant: | 4.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Rear, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 66.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 67 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 150 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.7 kg/Hp, 93.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 136.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 805 |
| Max. weight: | 990 |
| Max load: | 185 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 33 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 2500 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1515 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1549 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 1812 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 175/50 R16; 205/45 R16 |
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