Carsieve smart fortwo 453 coupé BRABUS, 109 PS, 6-speed dual-clutch, rear-wheel drive (2016–2018)
- Power
- 109 PS (80 kW)
- Engine codes
- H4B
- Gearbox
- 6-speed dual-clutch
- Production years
- 2016–2018
- Running cost per month
- €362
- Fuel
- Petrol (98)
- Median price
- €22,900
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twinamic jerks | Cars with the twinamic | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| 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.
Running costs
| Operational | €152 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €99 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €111 |
| Total per month | €362 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €59 |
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
- 92
- 25th percentile
- €20,970
- Median price
- €22,900
- 75th percentile
- €26,999
- Median mileage
- 65,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2018
- Dealer share
- 76.1%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 9 | €28,600 | 31,515 km |
| 2018 | 40 | €22,900 | 63,600 km |
| 2017 | 35 | €22,790 | 77,900 km |
| 2016 | 8 | €21,900 | 58,773 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 | 92 | €22,900 | €20,970 – €26,999 | 65,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 92 | €22,900 | €20,970 – €26,999 | 65,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 2 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| fortwo coupé BRABUS twinamic | 109 PS | 2016–2018 | €362 |
| fortwo coupé BRABUS Xclusive twinamic | 109 PS | 2016–2018 | €362 |