Carsieve smart fortwo 453 facelift cabrio EQ, 82 PS, single-speed, rear-wheel drive, convertible (2020–2023)
- Power
- 82 PS (60 kW)
- Engine codes
- 5AL 60
- Gearbox
- single-speed
- Production years
- 2020–2023
- Running cost per month
- €278
- Fuel
- Electric
- Median price
- €16,800
- Reliability
- 3/5
- DIY
- 3/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide Smart ForTwo 453 (2014-2024): known problems and buying guide
A mid-field car, so test the twinamic from cold, then check for oil leaks and a rotten exhaust before you buy.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front brake wear | All cars | Not stated | 620 EUR front, 880 EUR rear (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Exhaust corrosion | All cars | Not stated | 525 EUR rear silencer (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Front suspension and axle mounts | All cars | Not stated (5-9 years old) | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Oil loss at engine and drive | All cars | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Battery goes flat without warning | Cars built 2014-2016 mainly | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Pedal sensor faults | All cars | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Twinamic. Test from cold: pull away, reverse, creep. Bad result: slipping, a pause, a jerk or a warning. Have the clutch adaptation values read with a scanner.
- Brakes. Check the front discs through the wheel; test the foot brake and handbrake. Bad result: a worn lip on the discs, a long pedal or a handbrake that will not hold.
- Exhaust. Tap the rear silencer and heat shields for flakes and holes. Bad result: a rattle, a hole or a loose heat shield.
- Front suspension. Push down each front corner; drive over a rough road. Bad result: a knock from the drop links or axle mounts.
- Oil loss. Look under the engine and drive units, then at the dipstick. Bad result: fresh oil or a low level.
- Battery. Check its age; start the car with the lights on. Bad result: a slow crank or no warning.
- Pedal sensor. Let start-stop work a few times in traffic. Bad result: the engine does not restart.
- Recalls. Ask a dealer to check open campaigns by VIN.
Electric
- Range (WLTP)
- 129–157 km
- Battery (net)
- 16.7 kWh
- Consumption
- 15.4–18 kWh/100 km
- AC charging
- up to 22 kW
- One-stop range i
- about 110 km
Running costs
| Operational | €118 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €82 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €78 |
| Total per month | €278 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €36 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 127
- 25th percentile
- €13,999
- Median price
- €16,800
- 75th percentile
- €18,900
- Median mileage
- 20,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2023
- Dealer share
- 81.1%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 49 | €18,950 | 13,739 km |
| 2023 | 15 | €17,558 | 14,663 km |
| 2022 | 15 | €16,400 | 22,315 km |
| 2021 | 35 | €13,800 | 28,700 km |
| 2020 | 13 | €13,000 | 32,800 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 127 | €16,800 | €13,999 – €18,900 | 20,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 127 | €16,800 | €13,999 – €18,900 | 20,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 5 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Production years | Running cost per month | Range | One-stop rangei |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| fortwo cabrio EQ | 82 PS | 2020–2023 | €272 | 131 km | ~111 km |
| fortwo cabrio EQ passion | 82 PS | 2020–2023 | €272 | 130 km | ~110 km |
| fortwo cabrio EQ pulse | 82 PS | 2020–2023 | €279 | 129 km | ~109 km |
| fortwo cabrio EQ prime | 82 PS | 2020–2023 | €279 | 129 km | ~109 km |
| fortwo cabrio EQ edition one | 82 PS | 2020 | €265 | 157 km | ~133 km |