PowerStop K5695 Z23 Front Brake Kit 2008-2016 Smart Fortwo All Trims

Vehicle Fitment

• 2008-2015 Smart Fortwo (1.0L 3-cyl., RWD - Pure, Passion, BRABUS, Cabriolet variants)
• 2016 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive (EV, RWD)

Fitment Notes

• Front axle kit only - the Smart Fortwo uses rear drum brakes on most trims; this kit covers the front disc brakes
• Fits the W451 generation Fortwo (2008-2016 US market) - does not fit the newer W453 generation (2017+), which uses a different front rotor
• Note the unusual 3-lug bolt pattern (3x112mm) unique to the Smart Fortwo platform
• No special modifications required - direct bolt-on installation

Features

• Z23 Carbon-Fiber Ceramic pad compound delivers enhanced stopping power and lower dust versus factory pads
• Drilled & slotted front rotors maximize heat dissipation and clear gas and debris from the friction surface
• Low-dust formula validated through on-vehicle third-party testing - 30% less dust on average versus OE
• Dual-layer high-temp rubberized shims provide virtually silent braking
• Silver zinc dichromate plated rotors resist rust and corrosion
• G3000 grade iron castings built to strict OE tolerances for crack resistance and durability
• Includes premium stainless-steel installation hardware and high-temp ceramic brake lubricant
• Bolt-on upgrade - no modifications needed

Specifications

• Kit Coverage: Front Only
• Front Rotor Outside Diameter: 11.02 in. (280 mm)
• Rotor Construction: Full Cast Iron - G3000
• Rotor Type: Solid
• Surface Type: Drilled & Slotted
• Rotor Finish: Silver Zinc Dichromate Plated
• Stud/Lug Hole Quantity: 3
• Bolt Circle Diameter: 3x112 mm
• Pad Compound: Z23 Carbon-Fiber Ceramic
• Pad Shims Included: Yes - Dual-Layer Rubberized

Included Components

• 2x Front Drilled & Slotted Zinc-Plated Brake Rotors
• 1x Front Z23 Carbon-Fiber Ceramic Brake Pad Set (with rubberized shims & hardware)
• 1x Stainless-Steel Installation Hardware Kit
• 1x High-Temperature Ceramic Brake Lubricant

Product Description

The PowerStop K5695 Z23 Evolution Sport Front Brake Kit is a front brake upgrade for the 2008-2016 Smart Fortwo (W451 generation), including the 2016 Electric Drive variant. The Z23 Carbon-Fiber Ceramic pads deliver improved stopping power and lower dust than factory pads, while the drilled and slotted rotors improve heat management over the stock units - a useful upgrade for urban driving where frequent stop-and-go use keeps brakes working hard.

Note the Smart Fortwo's unique 3-lug (3x112mm) bolt pattern - take care to confirm fitment before ordering, especially if upgrading from a non-US-market model. This kit covers the W451 platform (2008-2016 US market) only; it does not fit the W453 Fortwo (2017+), which uses different rotors. G3000 iron rotors are precision-cast to OE tolerances for a direct bolt-on fit with no modifications required.