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Used 2018 smart fortwo Convertible Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 Smart Fortwo Electric is a pint-size city car with seating for two (get it?) and a surprising amount of passenger space inside. The Fortwo Coupe is sold in three trims — Pure, Passion and Prime — while the Fortwo Cabrio (convertible) is available in Passion and Prime levels. There isn't a huge price differential between the trims, but the starting MSRP for this stylish two-door EV is quite high. As with many cars produced by parent company Mercedes-Benz, there are a number of available features packages and stand-alone options.

The Fortwo Electric's 17.6-kWh lithium-ion battery pack and 60-kW motor (80 horsepower and 118 pound-feet of torque) drive the rear wheels directly. The EPA estimates that the Smart Fortwo Electric can travel up to 58 miles before it runs out of juice and takes three hours to charge an empty battery using a 240-volt power supply.

The Fortwo Coupe's base Pure trim includes 15-inch steel wheels with plastic covers, LED daytime running lights, cruise control, power windows, a rearview camera, a driver information display, cloth upholstery, automatic climate control, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, and a two-speaker sound system with an auxiliary input and a USB port.

Also standard is the ability for iOS and select Android smartphone users to download a free Cross Connect app that controls phone, audio, internet streaming radio, vehicle information and a navigation system.

The Passion trim adds alloy wheels, heated and power-adjustable mirrors, contrasting interior upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a height-adjustable driver seat, an additional storage compartment in the center console, and a retractable cargo cover.

The Prime further dresses up the Smart with foglights, cornering lights, a panoramic glass roof, automatic headlights and wipers, leather upholstery, heated seats and interior ambient lighting.

Several options packages are available for the Smart Fortwo Electric. The Cold Weather package adds heated seats and additional cabin insulation, and the new Sport package (Passion and Prime only) dresses up the Fortwo with 16-inch alloy wheels and stainless steel pedals. The 10th Anniversary Edition pack is similar to the Sport, but the wheels are of a different design and certain exterior elements are painted blue. There's also the Smart Media System bundle, which combines a 7-inch touchscreen, a navigation system and Android Auto functionality. It can be ordered with or without a six-speaker JBL audio system.

Individual options include rear parking sensors, a forward collision warning system, imitation leather (premium vinyl) upholstery, a center armrest, and a phone cradle that positions your smartphone in the middle of the dash so it can function as a touchscreen controller.

Which fortwo trim does Edmunds recommend?

The price of the 2018 Smart Fortwo Electric is remarkably high given its shortcomings in utility, comfort, build quality and electric range. So keeping the cash outlay low by getting the base Pure model seems like a good idea. But in the grand scheme of things, it really doesn't cost much more to upgrade to the top Prime trim. Doing so gets you leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, heated seats and more. Look to also get the center armrest and JBL sound system, which is a big improvement over the standard two speakers.

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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
optional
optional
Satellite radio
Not available
Not available
Keyless Ignition
Not available
Not available
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
optional
optional
Upholstery
cloth
leather
Heated seats
optional
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
Not available
Not available
Sunroof
Not Available
optional
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
Engine power
80 hp
80 hp
Engine torque
118 lb-ft
118 lb-ft
Engine displacement
Not available
Not available
Engine configuration
Electric
Electric
Transmission
1-speed direct drive
1-speed direct drive
Tire size
165/65R15 (FRONT) 185/60R15 (REAR)
165/65R15 (FRONT) 185/60R15 (REAR)
Wheel size
15 X 5.0-in (Front) 15 X 5.5-in (Rear)
15 X 5.0-in (Front) 15 X 5.5-in (Rear)
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
Not applicable
Not applicable
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
112 / 91 / 102 MPGe
112 / 91 / 102 MPGe
Fuel Capacity
Not applicable
Not applicable
Driving Range (city/hwy)
See EPA Electricity Range
See EPA Electricity Range
Fuel Type
electric
electric
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Battery

Battery

EPA Electricity Range
57 mi.
57 mi.
EPA KWh / 100 mi.
33
33
Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)
3.0 hr.
3.0 hr.
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
22.8 ft.
22.8 ft.
Curb weight
Ground Clearance
4.3 in.
4.3 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
65.5 in.
65.5 in.
Height
61.1 in.
61.1 in.
Length
106.1 in.
106.1 in.
Wheelbase
73.7 in.
73.7 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
Front Head Room
39.8 in.
39.8 in.
Front Leg Room
Front Shoulder Room
Rear Head Room
Rear Leg Room
Rear Shoulder Room
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
Not Available
Not Available
Average Cost Per Mile
Not Available
Not Available
Depreciation
Not Available
Not Available
Financing
Not Available
Not Available
Taxes & Fees
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel
Not Available
Not Available
Insurance
Not Available
Not Available
Maintenance
Not Available
Not Available
Repairs
Not Available
Not Available
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Black/Orange Cloth, premium cloth
Black/Grey Cloth, premium cloth
Black/White Cloth, premium cloth
Black, leather
Exterior
Cool Silver Metallic
Lava Orange Metallic
White
Red
Black
Midnight Blue Metallic
Moon White Matte
Autumn Brown Metallic
Back-To-Yellow Metallic
Titania Grey Matte
Cool Silver Metallic
Lava Orange Metallic
White
Red
Black
Midnight Blue Metallic
Moon White Matte
Autumn Brown Metallic
Back-To-Yellow Metallic
Titania Grey Matte