How Smart Is It, Really?

At first glance, the 2008 Smart Fortwo is an environmentalist's dream. Then again it pretty much has to be, given its not-even-nine-feet length, officially landing it the title of "smallest car in America." In fact the only thing smaller I've ever driven was a Big Wheel, which, come to think of it, was pretty environmentally sound too.
The 2008 Smart Fortwo does 33/40 City/Highway, a little low for a mitey-mite I thought. The stripped-down (and I do mean stripped, forget about a radio or A/C) model comes in below $12,000, so the price is fairly intelligent. However, there's really nothing in the way of a trunk, so I don't think this is a car for the suburban set -- more like an errand-runner for big city folk, who'll adore its squeeze-in-ability.
So you tell me how smart the thing is. We've got all the photos (including the "minterior"), specs, reviews and other automotive intel to help you decide. Enjoy!

How Smart Is It, Really?

At first glance, the 2008 Smart Fortwo is an environmentalist's dream. Then again it pretty much has to be, given its not-even-nine-feet length, officially landing it the title of "smallest car in America." In fact the only thing smaller I've ever driven was a Big Wheel, which, come to think of it, was pretty environmentally sound too.
The 2008 Smart Fortwo does 33/40 City/Highway, a little low for a mitey-mite I thought. The stripped-down (and I do mean stripped, forget about a radio or A/C) model comes in below $12,000, so the price is fairly intelligent. However, there's really nothing in the way of a trunk, so I don't think this is a car for the suburban set -- more like an errand-runner for big city folk, who'll adore its squeeze-in-ability.
So you tell me how smart the thing is. We've got all the photos (including the "minterior"), specs, reviews and other automotive intel to help you decide. Enjoy!