Smart Fortwo MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)

EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Smart Fortwo model year from 2008 to 2019 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Fortwo has been offered with Electric, 0.9L 3-cyl, 1.0L 3-cyl powertrains; the most efficient version is the 2015 (up to 36 MPG combined). Electric versions are shown in MPGe — a different unit, listed separately from gas MPG. Every rated gas version calls for premium gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.

Smart Fortwo fuel economy by year

YearCombinedEnginesMedian used priceFor sale
2019 102–108 MPGe Electric
2017 34–35 MPG 0.9L 3-cyl $10,981 9 listings
2016 34–35 MPG 0.9L 3-cyl $11,747 24 listings
2015 36 MPG 1.0L 3-cyl $10,599 9 listings
2014 36 MPG 1.0L 3-cyl
2013 36 MPG 1.0L 3-cyl
2012 36 MPG 1.0L 3-cyl
2011 36 MPG 1.0L 3-cyl
2010 36 MPG 1.0L 3-cyl
2009 36 MPG 1.0L 3-cyl
2008 36 MPG 1.0L 3-cyl

2019 Smart Fortwo: engines & MPG

The 2019 Fortwo was EPA-rated in 2 versions (Electric), electric versions rated 102–108 MPGe.

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
EQ fortwo (coupe) Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 124 94 108 MPGe · 58 mi range
EQ fortwo (convertible) Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 112 91 102 MPGe · 57 mi range

2017 Smart Fortwo: engines & MPG

The 2017 Fortwo was EPA-rated in 4 versions (0.9L 3-cyl), with combined economy from 34 to 35 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $10,981 on VehiSales (9 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
fortwo coupe 0.9L 3-cyl Automatic (AM6) Premium 33 39 35 MPG
fortwo cabriolet 0.9L 3-cyl Automatic (AM6) Premium 33 38 35 MPG
fortwo cabriolet 0.9L 3-cyl Manual 5-spd Premium 31 38 34 MPG
fortwo coupe 0.9L 3-cyl Manual 5-spd Premium 31 39 34 MPG

2016 Smart Fortwo: engines & MPG

The 2016 Fortwo was EPA-rated in 2 versions (0.9L 3-cyl), with combined economy from 34 to 35 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $11,747 on VehiSales (24 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
fortwo coupe 0.9L 3-cyl Automatic (AM6) Premium 33 39 35 MPG
fortwo coupe 0.9L 3-cyl Manual 5-spd Premium 31 39 34 MPG

2015 Smart Fortwo: engines & MPG

The 2015 Fortwo was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.0L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 36 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $10,599 on VehiSales (9 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
fortwo cabriolet 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 34 38 36 MPG
fortwo coupe 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 34 38 36 MPG

2014 Smart Fortwo: engines & MPG

The 2014 Fortwo was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.0L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 36 MPG.

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
fortwo cabriolet 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 34 38 36 MPG
fortwo coupe 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 34 38 36 MPG

2013 Smart Fortwo: engines & MPG

The 2013 Fortwo was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.0L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 36 MPG.

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
fortwo cabriolet 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 34 38 36 MPG
fortwo coupe 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 34 38 36 MPG

2012 Smart Fortwo: engines & MPG

The 2012 Fortwo was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.0L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 36 MPG.

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
fortwo cabriolet 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 34 38 36 MPG
fortwo coupe 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 34 38 36 MPG

2011 Smart Fortwo: engines & MPG

The 2011 Fortwo was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.0L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 36 MPG.

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
fortwo cabriolet 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 33 39 36 MPG
fortwo coupe 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 33 39 36 MPG

2010 Smart Fortwo: engines & MPG

The 2010 Fortwo was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.0L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 36 MPG.

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
fortwo cabriolet 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 33 41 36 MPG
fortwo coupe 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 33 41 36 MPG

2009 Smart Fortwo: engines & MPG

The 2009 Fortwo was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.0L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 36 MPG.

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
fortwo convertible 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 33 41 36 MPG
fortwo coupe 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (AM5) Premium 33 41 36 MPG

2008 Smart Fortwo: engines & MPG

The 2008 Fortwo was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.0L 3-cyl), with combined economy of 36 MPG.

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
fortwo convertible 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (S5) Premium 33 41 36 MPG
fortwo coupe 1.0L 3-cyl Automatic (S5) Premium 33 41 36 MPG

Frequently asked questions

What MPG does a Smart Fortwo get?

Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Fortwo range from 35 to 36 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2015 model year.

What powertrains does the 2019 Smart Fortwo have?

The 2019 Fortwo was EPA-rated with Electric powertrains — see the 2019 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.

Does the Smart Fortwo require premium gas?

Yes — every EPA-rated gas Fortwo version specifies premium gasoline.

Is there a hybrid or electric Fortwo?

Yes — the ratings above include electric (shown in MPGe) versions; look for them in the per-year tables.

About this data: EPA ratings from the official U.S. DOE/EPA dataset (fueleconomy.gov), as of July 2026; refreshed monthly. Market prices and listing counts are live medians from VehiSales inventory, updated daily. How to cite: “VehiSales Research, Smart Fortwo EPA Fuel Economy by Model Year” with a link to https://vehisales.com/research/fuel-economy/smart/fortwo.

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