2011 Smart Fortwo
microcar / 2-door hatchback
Moderate overlap front: original test
Rating applies to 2011-15 models
Tested vehicle: 2011 Smart Fortwo Passion 2-door
The Smart Fortwo was introduced in the 2008 model year. As its name implies, the Smart accommodates only two people; there is no rear seat. Beginning with 2011 models, driver and passenger knee airbags were added and structural changes were made to improve occupant protection in frontal crashes. Moderate overlap frontal ratings are assigned by the Institute based on a test conducted by Mercedes-Benz, the manufacturer of the Smart,.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall evaluation | |
| Structure and safety cage | |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | |
| Chest | |
| Leg/foot, left | |
| Leg/foot, right | |
| Driver restraints and dummy kinematics | |
Technical measurements for this test
Roof strength
Rating applies to 2008-15 models
Tested vehicle: 2009 Smart Fortwo Pure 2-door
| Overall evaluation | |
|---|---|
| Curb weight | 1,828 lbs |
| Peak force | 9,896 lbs |
| Strength-to-weight ratio | 5.41 |
Head restraints & seats
Seat type: Manual cloth seats
| Overall evaluation | |
|---|---|
| Dynamic rating | |
| Seat/head restraint geometry |
Technical measurements for this test
About the head restraint & seat test
Currently, IIHS tests apply only to front seats.