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smart fortwo repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (4%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (9%)

Chart based on 585 repairs.
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smart fortwo repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (32%)

< $100 (44%)

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Chart based on 369 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

smart fortwo problems by year

2006 - 2019 (100%)

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Chart based on 597 repair trips.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Personal Experiences of the smart fortwo

smart fortwo Personal Experiences: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
sensible and reliable, from people who have had one from day # 1 no major design errors, or beta problems full 2009 smart fortwo review
2009 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
After 2years and 22000 miles we have found the Smart to be a great daily driver and good on the trips of 200 and 300 miles. Although this may not be a car for every one it has worked well for us ( a retired couple). it cut our fuel bill by 2/3 over the Saturn Vue, has been trouble free and we can still but 15 to 20 bags of groceries in the back or enough luggage to travel. Our mpg seem to better than average ( 48 for 22000 miles) due to area we live. Very little city and speeds between 45 and 65 on most roads helps. full 2009 smart fortwo review
 

smart fortwo Problems and Repair Histories

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