Smart Fortwo Tire Pressure

Smart Fortwo models from 2008 to 2018 have recommended tire pressure of 26 psi to 36 psi based on model year, trim and original equipment tire size.

Smart Fortwo is a passenger car offered in 7 trims and equipped with 6 original equipment tire size sets. You can find recommended tire pressure for Smart Fortwo by model year, model trim or its original equipment tire size. Do not forget to check out frequently asked questions.


Select Smart Fortwo year to see its original equipment tire sizes and corresponding tire inflation pressures.

2018 Smart Fortwo Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2018 Smart Fortwo is 29 psi for front tires and 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 165/65R15 81T
R: 185/60R15 84T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 185/50R16 81H
R: 205/45R16 83H
29 psi 36 psi

2017 Smart Fortwo Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2017 Smart Fortwo is 29 psi for front tires and 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 165/65R15 81T
R: 185/60R15 84T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 185/50R16 81W
R: 205/40R17/XL 84W
29 psi 36 psi
F: 185/50R16 81H
R: 205/45R16 83H
29 psi 36 psi

2016 Smart Fortwo Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2016 Smart Fortwo is 29 psi for front tires and 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 165/65R15 81T
R: 185/60R15 84T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 185/50R16 81H
R: 205/45R16 83H
29 psi 36 psi

2015 Smart Fortwo Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2015 Smart Fortwo is 26 psi to 29 psi for front tires and 32 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 165/60R15 77T
R: 195/50R15 82T
26 psi 32 psi

2014 Smart Fortwo Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2014 Smart Fortwo is 26 psi to 29 psi for front tires and 32 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 165/60R15 77T
R: 195/50R15 82T
26 psi 32 psi

2013 Smart Fortwo Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2013 Smart Fortwo is 26 psi to 29 psi for front tires and 32 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 165/60R15 77T
R: 195/50R15 82T
26 psi 32 psi
F: 175/55R15 77T
R: 195/50R15 82T
26 psi 32 psi

2012 Smart Fortwo Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2012 Smart Fortwo is 26 psi to 29 psi for front tires and 32 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 165/60R15 77T
R: 195/50R15 82T
26 psi 32 psi
F: 175/55R15 77T
R: 195/50R15 82T
26 psi 32 psi

2011 Smart Fortwo Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2011 Smart Fortwo is 26 psi to 29 psi for front tires and 32 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 165/60R15 77T
R: 195/50R15 82T
26 psi 32 psi
F: 175/55R15 77T
R: 215/35R17 79H
26 psi 32 psi

2010 Smart Fortwo Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2010 Smart Fortwo is 29 psi for front tires and 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 175/55R15 77T
R: 215/35R17 79H
29 psi 36 psi

2009 Smart Fortwo Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2009 Smart Fortwo is 29 psi for front tires and 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 175/55R15 77T
R: 215/35R17 79H
29 psi 36 psi

2008 Smart Fortwo Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2008 Smart Fortwo is 29 psi for front tires and 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi

Select Smart Fortwo trim to see its original equipment tire sizes and corresponding tire inflation pressures.

Tire Pressure for Smart Fortwo BRABUS

Recommended tire inflation for Smart Fortwo BRABUS is 26 psi to 29 psi for front tires and 32 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 175/55R15 77T
R: 215/35R17 79H
26 - 29 psi 32 - 36 psi

Tire Pressure for Smart Fortwo Electric Drive

Recommended tire inflation for Smart Fortwo Electric Drive is 29 psi for front tires and 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 165/65R15 81T
R: 185/60R15 84T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 185/50R16 81H
R: 205/45R16 83H
29 psi 36 psi

Tire Pressure for Smart Fortwo Passion

Recommended tire inflation for Smart Fortwo Passion is 26 psi to 29 psi for front tires and 32 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 165/60R15 77T
R: 195/50R15 82T
26 psi 32 psi
F: 165/65R15 81T
R: 185/60R15 84T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 175/55R15 77T
R: 195/50R15 82T
26 psi 32 psi
F: 185/50R16 81W
R: 205/40R17 84W XL
29 psi 36 psi
F: 185/50R16 81H
R: 205/45R16 83H
29 psi 36 psi

Tire Pressure for Smart Fortwo Prime

Recommended tire inflation for Smart Fortwo Prime is 29 psi for front tires and 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 165/65R15 81T
R: 185/60R15 84T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 185/50R16 81H
R: 205/45R16 83H
29 psi 36 psi

Tire Pressure for Smart Fortwo Proxy

Recommended tire inflation for Smart Fortwo Proxy is 29 psi for front tires and 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 185/50R16 81H
R: 205/45R16 83H
29 psi 36 psi

Tire Pressure for Smart Fortwo Pure

Recommended tire inflation for Smart Fortwo Pure is 26 psi to 29 psi for front tires and 32 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi
F: 165/60R15 77T
R: 195/50R15 82T
26 psi 32 psi
F: 165/65R15 81T
R: 185/60R15 84T
29 psi 36 psi

Tire Pressure for Smart Fortwo Sharpred

Recommended tire inflation for Smart Fortwo Sharpred is 29 psi for front tires and 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi

Recommended tire inflation for Smart Fortwo original equipment tire sizes with matching trims and model years.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
F: 155/60R15 74T
R: 175/55R15 77T
29 psi 36 psi
Years: 2008 - 2016
Trims: Passion Pure Electric Drive Sharpred
F: 165/60R15 77T
R: 195/50R15 82T
26 psi 32 psi
Years: 2011 - 2015
Trims: Passion Pure
F: 165/65R15 81T
R: 185/60R15 84T
29 psi 36 psi
Years: 2016 - 2018
Trims: Passion Prime Pure Electric Drive
F: 175/55R15 77T
R: 195/50R15 82T
26 psi 32 psi
Years: 2012 - 2013
Trims: Passion
F: 175/55R15 77T
R: 215/35R17 79H
26 - 29 psi 32 - 36 psi
Years: 2009 - 2011
Trims: BRABUS
F: 185/50R16 81W
R: 205/40R17 84W XL
29 psi 36 psi
Years: 2017
Trims: Passion
F: 185/50R16 81H
R: 205/45R16 83H
29 psi 36 psi
Years: 2016 - 2018
Trims: Passion Prime Proxy Electric Drive

All listed data and/or calculations are for informational purposes only. TirePressure.com does not warrant or make any representations regarding the accuracy of or the results of the use of this information. Always refer to vehicle owner's manual for recommended tire pressure settings. Never overinflate or overload a tire beyond its maximum capabilities listed on sidewall.


What should Smart Fortwo tire pressure be?

Recommended tire pressure for Smart Fortwo tires ranges from 26 psi to 36 psi, as set by vehicle manufacturer according to model's original equipment tire size and gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) to optimize vehicle safety, performance and fuel efficiency.

Where to find recommended tire pressure for Smart Fortwo?

Smart Fortwo recommended tire pressure can be found in owner's manual, on a tire placard on the side of driver's door or door jam, on the trunk lid, in the console or on the fuel door. Tire inflation will be listed in psi (pounds per square inch), bar or kPa (kilopascals).

How to check tire pressure on Smart Fortwo?

To check Smart Fortwo tire pressure you will first need to determine its recommended tire pressure for the front and rear tires. Take off tire valve caps and use a tire pressure gauge to check tire inflation in every tire. Adjust Smart Fortwo tire pressure to its recommended levels. If overinflated, let some air out by pressing down the center plunger in the valve stem. If underinflated, add air with tire inflator. Recheck tire pressure to make sure all tires are properly inflated. Replace the valve stem caps. Make sure to check tire pressure when tires are "cold" and have not been driven for at least 3 hours. Remember that the front and rear tire pressures may differ.

What is proper tire pressure for Smart Fortwo replacement tires?

If you replace Smart Fortwo original equipment tires with non-stock tires that have different size or load capacity, new tires may require substantially different inflation pressures. Use our tire pressure calculator to find proper tire inflation when switching to a different tire size.

What is recommended winter tire pressure for Smart Fortwo?

Tire pressure fluctuates with ambient temperatures. When temperatures drop, Smart Fortwo tires may lose approximately 1 psi of air pressure for every 10 degree Fahrenheit decrease. During winter Smart Fortwo tires can be inflated 3 to 5 psi above the recommended tire pressure settings to compensate for lower temperatures. Do not overinflate above the maximum tire inflation pressure value indicated on tire sidewall. Make sure to check tire pressure regularly in the winter to keep tires properly inflated for a safe ride on snow and icy roads.

Is Smart Fortwo equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)?

If your Smart Fortwo is built after 2007, it is most likely equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System. Check owner's manual to see if your model has TPMS.

Why is Smart Fortwo tire pressure light on?

If Smart Fortwo TPMS warning light comes on and stays on, it means at least one of the tires is underinflated. If TPMS warning light goes on and off, fluctuating ambient temperatures may be the reason. If Smart Fortwo TPMS warning light flashes for 90 seconds when you start the vehicle and then remains illuminated, the TPMS is not functioning properly and you should have it serviced.

How to reset tire pressure light on Smart Fortwo?

To reset tire pressure light on Smart Fortwo, follow the instructions in owner's manual. If tire pressure monitoring system will not reset, there may be a problem with tire pressure sensors.