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Smart Forfour II (W453) 0.9 (90 Hp)
Overall Rating
Smart Forfour:
The Smart Forfour is a city car marketed by Smart over two generations. The first generation was marketed in Europe from 2003 to 2006 with a front-engine configuration, sharing its platform with the Mitsubishi Colt. The second generation was marketed in Europe from 2014 after an eight-year hiatus, using rear-engine or rear electric motor configurations. It is based on the third-generation Renault Twingo, which also forms a basis for the third-generation Smart Fortwo. A battery electric version was marketed as the EQ Forfour beginning in 2018....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (W453) Overview:
Smart Forfour (II (W453)). With 135 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.1 l/100km). Weighing only 920 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.2 s). The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
0.9 (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most responsive non-Brabus option, providing lively performance for its class, especially with the manual gearbox.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel efficiency for its power output, offering a great balance of performance and economy.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional maneuverability and tight turning circle for city driving
- • Compact size makes parking effortless
- • Available all-electric EQ model for zero-emission commuting
- • Rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout offers unique handling characteristics
- • Fuel-efficient petrol engines (especially 0.9L turbo)
Cons:
- • Limited boot space and rear passenger room
- • Base 1.0L engines are very sluggish outside of urban areas
- • Interior quality can feel basic compared to some rivals
- • Range anxiety for the EQ electric model on longer journeys
- • Can feel less stable at highway speeds due to its short wheelbase
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(W454: 2005 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Smart |
| Model: | Forfour |
| Generation: | II (W453) |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.9 (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 100.2 Hp/l [257mm less] |
| Torque: | 135 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 281.910 More details about the engine M 281.910 |
| Engine displacement: | 898 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 10.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Rear, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 72.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.1 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.2 kg/Hp, 97.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.8 kg/Nm, 146.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 920 |
| Max. weight: | 1420 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 975 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 185 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 28 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3495 mm mm [257mm less] |
| Width: | 1665 mm mm [19mm less] |
| Height: | 1554 mm mm [104mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2494 mm mm [6mm less] |
| Front track: | 1467 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1429 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 8.65 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 165/65 R 15; 185/60 R 15; 185/45 R 16; 205/50 R 16 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.0J x 15; 5.5J x 15; 6.0J x 16; 6.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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