Smart Fortwo Coupe (2007 - 2014) Pulse mhd Softouch (2010) 2d Auto (2010/59) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Numpty ! The initial attraction with it's cute looks will soon wear off and you too will feel like a plonker when driving it. How can a 6ft man be taken seriously in this?

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Why ????

Would you buy this car again and why?

Definately not. I even tried the diesel one. It's like a ride-on lawnmower- only slower and noiser (the car, that is!).

What are you likely to buy next?

Havn't decided, but thanks to this site, and ones like it, there are plently other cars of the same price and cheaper that do deliver decent mpg and better quality.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£9,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

I am currently on a PCP from the dealer, which suited my budget. However, I feel totally disgusted and cheated that the car only averages 40mpg and not the 65mpg as advertised.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I like the idea of a reliable, well engineered, non rusting, 'very economic' run around.

What was the dealer like?

Dealer was fine. Sale straightforward and thrown in a couple of extras free. However, when I brought up the poor mpg, I was told it was my driving style. Absolute rubbish - I owned a Smart Roadster for two years prior to this and it was far more economic with the same 'driving style'. The for two is supposed to be 10mpg better. It's not !

What's it like to drive?

This car is awfull to drive. I have driven many cars and this has to be the worst. The ride is very bumpy. Its the only car I've driven that can't straddle a speed bump due to its narrow wheelbase. Don't go round a corner too fast or you will end up in a ditch due to horrendous understeer. Steering is heavy for such a small car. I have recently done a 500 mlie trip in the car on motorway, to average only 39mpg!. I have a 2.5 petrol X-Trail which wouldn't be much different! We bought the car to save a bit of cash on running costs. We do 10k a year. Do not make the same mistake!

What's it like to park?

Easy to park, but due to it being wider at the back than the front, sometimes you have to hang out the drivers door to make sure you are straight!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Leaking seal around the boot hatch. Dealer has tried to fix the problem, however still leaking. Dismal fuel economy!

What's most practical about your car?

Has quite a large boot for the size of the car. There is plently of room inside for two adults. £20 road tax.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Glass (perspex) roof.