Specifications for the 2006 smart Roadster
Read through these items to learn a little more about what it’s like to drive this car.
Rating Scale:
1= Handles and drives like a Model T
10=Handles and drives like a modern car
| Description | The sports car version of the smart car- Small, low, and fun to drive | |
| Speed | 3-cylinder Turbo, 100hp- plenty fast for any situation | Rating= 10 |
| Brakes | Excellent | Rating= 10 |
| Handling | Handling is very good, the ride is very firm | Rating= 10 |
| Transmission | 6-speed auto clutch or paddle shift | Rating= 8 |
| Visibility | Ok. You are low and the windows are short. Does have a top that rolls back. | |
| Safety | Airbags and seatbelts | |
| Passengers | 2. The cockpit is small and narrow, people taller than 6ft will not be comfortable. The car is also very low to the ground so getting in and out takes some effort. | |
| Climate Control | Heat | |
| Quirks | Ignition switch is on the floor between the seats. Must hit the unlock door button on the key fob to turn off immobilizer. The car does not have a clutch pedal but will roll backwards if it is on a slope and you take your foot off the brake. | |
| Driver Position | Left-hand drive. | |
| Overall Rating | 10 out of 10 |