Smart Forfour 2004 1.3

Smart ForFour 2004 1.3 petrol description

Hatchback Smart Forfour 2004 1.3 has been produced from April, 2004 to October, 2006. It has petrol engine with displacement of 1.3 litres, which produces power of 95 horsepower on 5250 rpm and torque 125 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 180 000 to 300 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Smart ForFour 1.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.

Smart Forfour 2004 1.3 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Smart Forfour 2004 1.3 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Smart Forfour 2004 1.3 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.8 litres per 100km (17.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 47 litres or 12.42 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Smart real everyday fuel consumption is 6.6 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Smart ForFour fuel consumption.

Smart ForFour safety

During safety testing Smart ForFour has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Smart ForFour is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with two stars, and for pedestrian protection Smart ForFour got one star.

With the same engine there is also Smart ForFour version with automatic gearbox (Smart Forfour 2004 1.3 Automatic AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 5.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 6.9 litres per 100 km.
Smart ForFour 2004

Smart Forfour 2004 1.3 technical data

Model: Smart Forfour 1.3
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2004. April ... 2006. October 
Engine: 1332 cm3 Petrol CO2 emissions: 138 g/km
Power: 95 HP ON 5250 RPM Torque: 125 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 180 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.8 (combined) 7.4 (urban) 4.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.6 l/100km (35.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 47 litres (12.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.75m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.45m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.5 meters
Seats: 4 seats
Trunk capacity: 268 litres
Trunk max capacity: 910 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1450 kg

Smart Forfour 2004 1.3 engine 4A90

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1332 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 75 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 75.4 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Smart Forfour 2004 1.3 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4 litres (4.2 quarts)
Coolant capacity 4.6 litres (4.9 quarts)
Power 95 HP ON 5250 RPM
Torque 125 NM ON 4000 RPM
Engine manufacturer Mitsubishi
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 20 years
Engine also used on Mitsubishi Colt

All Smart ForFour hatchback [2004 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Smart Forfour 2005 1.1 1.0 Mar 2005 — Oct 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.1 Petrol 64 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Smart Forfour 2004 1.1 1.1 Petrol 75 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Smart Forfour 2005 1.1 Automatic Mar 2005 — Oct 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.1 Petrol 75 HP 5.3 l/100km Automatic (5)
Smart Forfour 2004 1.3 1.3 Petrol 95 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Smart Forfour 2004 1.3 Automatic 1.3 Petrol 95 HP 5.6 l/100km Automatic (6)
Smart Forfour 2004 1.5 109 Hp 1.5 Petrol 109 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Smart Forfour 2004 1.5 109 Hp Automatic 1.5 Petrol 109 HP 5.8 l/100km Automatic (6)
Smart Forfour 2004 1.5 122 Hp Apr 2004 — Mar 2005 1.5 Petrol 122 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Smart Forfour 2004 1.5 122 Hp Automatic Apr 2004 — Mar 2005 1.5 Petrol 122 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6)
Smart Forfour 2005 1.5 Brabus Mar 2005 — Oct 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds

1.5 Petrol 177 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Smart Forfour 2004 1.5 Cdi 68 Hp Aug 2004 — Oct 2006

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.5 Diesel 68 HP 4.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Smart Forfour 2004 1.5 Cdi 68 Hp Automatic Aug 2004 — Oct 2006 1.5 Diesel 68 HP 4.6 l/100km Automatic (6)
Smart Forfour 2004 1.5 Cdi 95 Hp Aug 2004 — Oct 2006

Most powerfull diesel version (95 HP)

1.5 Diesel 95 HP 4.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Smart Forfour 2004 1.5 Cdi 95 Hp Automatic Aug 2004 — Oct 2006

Most powerfull diesel version (95 HP)

1.5 Diesel 95 HP 4.6 l/100km Automatic (6)
Smart ForFour 2004 reviews
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