Used Smart Forfour for sale in Europe

About the Smart Forfour

The Smart Forfour is a small four-door, four-seat city car. Unlike the two-seat Fortwo, it has a proper rear bench and a hatchback boot. It suits drivers who want a short, easy-to-park car with room for occasional passengers, and who mostly drive in town.

There have been two quite different generations. The first was built on a shared platform with a Mitsubishi model and had a conventional front engine. The second is a rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive car developed alongside the Renault Twingo. Both are four-seat, five-door hatchbacks.

Our listings span petrol, diesel, LPG, hybrid and electric cars. Which fuels you find depends heavily on the generation. Diesel appears mainly on the early cars. Electric versions belong to the second generation. Check the exact engine and gearbox in each advert, as the differences matter more than the badge.

Generations

• First generation (2004-2006) — A front-engine four-seater with petrol engines and a 1.5-litre diesel, offered with a manual or an automated manual gearbox, plus a sportier Brabus version.
• Second generation (2014-2022) — A rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive city car shared with the Renault Twingo, with small three-cylinder petrol engines, manual or dual-clutch gearboxes, and an electric version in later years.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings split into two clear groups. The first generation from 2004 to 2007 sits at the bottom of the market, with a median of €1,600 for 2005 cars. The second generation starts with 2013 and 2014 cars and climbs steadily with model year. The 2015 median is €7,000 and the 2019 median is €11,700. Across all 1,252 listings the median is €9,000. Within one year, spread depends on mileage, trim, gearbox and fuel type. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Smart Forfour

Ask for the full service history and check that the car starts, drives and shifts smoothly from cold. Compare the mileage with the wear on the pedals, seat and steering wheel, and look at the car in daylight.

• Automated gearbox behaviour · First generation

  Many first-generation cars have an automated manual gearbox. Drive it and watch for jerky shifts, slipping, delays or warning lights. Ask whether the clutch or actuator has been serviced, since repairs on these gearboxes can be involved. A manual car avoids the question.

• Diesel engine condition · First generation diesel

  On the 1.5 diesel, check for a smooth cold start, no heavy smoke and no warning lights. Ask for proof of regular oil changes and any work on the fuel system. Listen for rattles or uneven running while idling.

• Age-related wear · First generation

  These cars are now old. Inspect the underbody, sills and wheel arches for corrosion, and check rubber seals, suspension bushes and the condition of the interior. Look for signs of poor accident repair, such as uneven panel gaps.

• Dual-clutch gearbox feel · Second generation

  If the car has the dual-clutch automatic, test it in stop-start traffic and when pulling away on a slope. Hesitation, harsh shifts or warning messages deserve a question to the seller, and a diagnostic scan if possible.

• Rear-engine specifics · Second generation

  The engine sits at the rear, so check for oil or coolant leaks underneath and any unusual noise from the engine bay. Look at tyre wear on both axles, because the front and rear tyres can differ in size and wear differently.

• Battery and charging check · Second generation electric

  If you are looking at an electric version, ask for a battery health report and check the charging port and supplied cable for damage. Confirm the charging speed the car supports against the spec sheet.

• Recalls and paperwork

  Ask the seller for the service book and invoices, and check the chassis number against any open recall campaigns with an official dealer. Make sure the mileage is consistent across inspection records, especially on cars imported from another country.

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