2016 Smart ForTwo Electric

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$25,000
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

The quirky design stands out in the crowd

Takes its sweet time to accelerate

No major changes

Easy to maneuver due to the small size

Choppy ride on rough terrain

Modest range

Rivals have higher MPGe figures

Specs & Features

$25,000

price

74 hp

horsepower

96 lb.-ft.

torque

1-Speed Direct Drive

transmission

electric RWD 1A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Belonging to the subcompact hatchback segment, the 2016 Smart ForTwo Electric Hatchback carries all the qualities of a true electric vehicle. With a base price of MSRP of $25,000, the Smart ForTwo Electric offers a single trim. This puts it in direct competition with cars like the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Hatchback. Meanwhile, the BMW i3 Hatchback is also a potential rival which lies on the expensive end and costs $17,400 more than the ForTwo Electric. There aren#39;t any powertrain options to explore here. The ForTwo Electric is equipped with a single motor setup and a 17.6 kWh battery with a rated maximum power output of 74 horsepower. However, it provides a continuous 47 horsepower output. Through this setup, the ForTwo Electric gets a range of 68 miles In a straight line, the ForTwo Electric clocks a 0-60 of 11 seconds. While the powertrain leaves you devoid of choices, the choice is instead offered through the 5 beautiful colors available for the car.

Buying Advice

Our recommendations are Cruise Control Packageand the Flashlight Edition Package. Furthermore, you can also get standalone options such as a surround sound system and anti-theft alarm system.

Trims

    Base
    $25,000 onwards
    • AM/FM/MP3 playback
    • Automatic halogen headlights
    • Manual front locking hubs
    Passion
    $25,000 onwards
    • Engine: electric RWD 1A
    • Horsepower: 74 hp hp
    • Torque: 96 lb.-ft.
    • 0-60 mph: 11.02 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 36 mpg

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Price

$25,000

Engine

electric

Rating

7.46

Horsepower

74 hp

Torque

96 lb.-ft.

Capacity

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147 lb.-ft.

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66 hp @ 3000 rpm

145 lb.-ft.

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187 lb.-ft.

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184 lb.-ft.

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2016 Smart ForTwo Electric vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    9.8 sec--
    8.4 sec16.7 sec88 mph
    9.4 sec--
    9.7 sec17.3 sec-
    9.9 sec17.7 sec85 mph
    13 sec23.2 sec91 mph

    2016 Smart ForTwo Electric vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      SourceCompare
      32 mpg39 mpg36 mpg7.7 gal.
      126 mpg105 mpg116 mpg-
      126 mpg101 mpg114 mpg-
      126 mpg99 mpg113 mpg-
      121 mpg103 mpg112 mpg-
      110 mpg99 mpg105 mpg-

      2016 Smart ForTwo Electric vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        106.1 in.61.4 in.60.7 in.5 in.73.5 in.
        175 in.69.7 in.61 in.6.3 in.106.3 in.
        172.9 in.71.8 in.58.2 in.5 in.104.3 in.
        168.1 in.70.8 in.57.1 in.5 in.103.6 in.

        2016 Chevrolet Spark EV Electric

        Ranked #4

        146.5 in.64 in.62.6 in.5 in.93.5 in.
        144.7 in.62.4 in.63.6 in.6.1 in.100.4 in.

        2016 Smart ForTwo Electric vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          7.8 cu.ft.45.4 cu.ft.7.8 cu.ft.
          7 cu.ft.78.6 cu.ft.10 cu.ft.
          14.5 cu.ft.90.7 cu.ft.33.9 cu.ft.
          22.8 cu.ft.93.5 cu.ft.52.7 cu.ft.
          13.2 cu.ft.84.7 cu.ft.50.4 cu.ft.
          24 cu.ft.92.4 cu.ft.30 cu.ft.

          2016 Smart ForTwo Electric vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            7.8 cu.ft.7.8 cu.ft.7.8 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.14.5 cu.ft.33.9 cu.ft.79 ft.
            50.4 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.50.4 cu.ft.-
            30 cu.ft.24 cu.ft.30 cu.ft.-
            52.7 cu.ft.22.8 cu.ft.52.7 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.7 cu.ft.10 cu.ft.-

            2016 Smart ForTwo Electric vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              419 lbs.2094 lbs.
              827 lbs.3640 lbs.
              -2980 lbs.
              939 lbs.3380 lbs.
              -2579 lbs.
              1021 lbs.3256 lbs.

              Top Smart Cars

              2016 Smart ForTwo Hatchback

              Horsepower : 89 hp @ 6200 rpm

              MPG Combined : 35 mpg

              0-60 : 9.8 sec

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              2016 Smart ForTwo Electric

              Horsepower : 74 hp

              MPG Combined : 36 mpg

              0-60 : 9.8 sec

              #2