2018 Smart ForTwo Electric

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$23,800 - $29,100
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

It is very easy to maneuver due to its size

Handling is a letdown due to the enormous body roll

A few revisions to the standard features list

Quick acceleration at low speeds

Harsh ride on bad roads or bumps

The interior is suave for its class

Dismal range makes it not so long drive friendly

Specs & Features

$23,800

price

80 hp

horsepower

118 lb.-ft.

torque

1-Speed Direct Drive

transmission

electric RWD 1A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Belonging to the subcompact hatchback segment, the 2018 Smart ForTwo carries all the qualities of a true electric vehicle. The Smart Fortwo offers 3 trims. This puts it in direct competition with cars like the Chevrolet Bolt EV, and the Fiat 500e. There aren#39;t any powertrain options to explore here. The Smart ForTwo is equipped with a three-phase synchronous motor setup and a 17.6-kWh kWh battery with a rated power output of 80 horsepower. Through this setup, the ForTwo gets a range of 58 miles. In a straight line, the ForTwo clocks a 0-60 of 11.4 seconds. While the powertrain leaves you devoid of choices, the choice is instead offered through the 10 beautiful colors available for the car.

Buying Advice

The mid-level Passion trim seems like the one that offers the most value for the money, as it adds a pinch of luxury by incorporating features like the heated and power-adjustable mirrors, alloy wheels, contrasting interior upholstery, a height-adjustable driver seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a few more features. On top of that, you can also opt for the Cold Weather package and the Sport package for further enhancements.

Trims

    Pure
    $23,800 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Automatic Front air conditioning
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Remote anti-theft alarm system
    Passion
    $25,290 onwards
    • Engine: electric RWD 1A
    • Horsepower: 80 hp hp
    • Torque: 118 lb.-ft.
    • 0-60 mph: 11.38 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 109 mpg
    Prime
    $26,640 onwards
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers

Compare to similar cars

Price

$23,800- $29,100

Engine

electric

Rating

7.86

Horsepower

80 hp

Torque

118 lb.-ft.

Capacity

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266 lb.-ft.

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215 lb.-ft.

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147 hp @ 3282 rpm

236 lb.-ft.

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184 lb.-ft.

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2018 Smart ForTwo Electric vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    11.38 sec--
    6.5 sec14.9 sec-
    8.4 sec16.7 sec88 mph
    9.6 sec-93 mph
    9.7 sec--
    9.7 sec17.3 sec-

    2018 Smart ForTwo Electric vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      124 mpg94 mpg109 mpg-
      127 mpg122 mpg125 mpg-
      127 mpg110 mpg119 mpg416/572 mi.
      126 mpg111 mpg119 mpg-
      125 mpg100 mpg113 mpg-
      121 mpg103 mpg112 mpg-

      2018 Smart ForTwo Electric vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        106.1 in.74.5 in.61.2 in.4 in.73.7 in.
        176.4 in.70.5 in.61.4 in.5.9 in.106.3 in.
        176 in.71.7 in.57.1 in.5.5 in.106.3 in.
        172.9 in.71.8 in.58.2 in.7 in.104.3 in.
        168.1 in.70.8 in.57.2 in.5 in.103.5 in.
        164 in.69.5 in.62.8 in.6 in.102.4 in.

        2018 Smart ForTwo Electric vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          7.8 cu.ft.-7.8 cu.ft.
          7 cu.ft.78.6 cu.ft.10 cu.ft.
          16.9 cu.ft.81.4 cu.ft.56.6 cu.ft.
          22.8 cu.ft.-52.7 cu.ft.
          14.2 cu.ft.90.7 cu.ft.33.2 cu.ft.
          23.6 cu.ft.92.4 cu.ft.30 cu.ft.

          2018 Smart ForTwo Electric vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            7.8 cu.ft.7.8 cu.ft.7.8 cu.ft.
            13 cu.ft.23 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
            81.4 cu.ft.16.9 cu.ft.56.6 cu.ft.
            52.7 cu.ft.22.8 cu.ft.52.7 cu.ft.
            83.1 cu.ft.7 cu.ft.10 cu.ft.
            30 cu.ft.23.6 cu.ft.30 cu.ft.

            2018 Smart ForTwo Electric vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -2363 lbs.
              1025 lbs.3164 lbs.
              -3563 lbs.
              770 lbs.2980 lbs.
              919 lbs.3455 lbs.
              1020 lbs.3433 lbs.

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              2018 Smart ForTwo Electric

              Horsepower : 80 hp

              MPG Combined : 109 mpg

              0-60 : 11.38 sec

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