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Smart ForTwo Electric Drive

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2017 - 2018
This car is not available in the US, but you can still compare it with other cars

Trims

Discontinued
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Smart ForTwo Electric Drive

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Technical Specifications of Smart ForTwo Electric Drive

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2017 - 2018
Country of Manufacture
Country where final assembly of the car took place.
No Data
Current Status
Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made)
Discontinued
Body Style
Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback)
Hatchback Smart ForTwo Electric Drive

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
No Data
Range NEDC
Range according to NEDC ratings. NEDC is an old standard, replaced by WLTP after September 2018.
99 mi
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 mi
Wh/mi
22.3 kWh 223 Wh

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity
Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.
Nominal
Usable
17.6 kWh 16.7 kWh
Max Charging Power
Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC)
AC
DC
4.6 kW
Charge Port
The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.

Performance

Drive Type
Which wheels are powered (all, rear, or front) by the electric motor(s)
RWD
Motor
Total power and torque of the car's electric motor(s)
Power
Torque
60 kW (80 hp) 118 lb-ft
0-60 mph
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
11.1 s
Top Speed
The fastest the car can go (maximum speed)
81 mph
0.00 s
00 mph

Dimensions

Length
Car's body length (front to back bumper)
106.1 in
Width
Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors
with Mirrors
w/o Mirrors
No Data 65.5 in
Height
Car's body height (from ground to highest point)
61.2 in
Wheelbase
Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling)
73.7 in

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats
Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver)
2
Curb Weight
Car's weight without passengers or cargo
No Data
Cargo Volume
Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up).
Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded).
Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.
Trunk
Max
Frunk
9.2 ft3 12.4 ft3 No Data
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
No Data
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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Charging Smart ForTwo Electric Drive

Home and Office (AC) Charging

NEMA 5-15

Output:
1.8 kW
120 V, 15 A, 1-phase
20-80%:
06 h 11 min

NEMA 5-20

Output:
2.4 kW
120 V, 20 A, 1-phase
20-80%:
04 h 38 min

NEMA 6-20

Output:
4.8 kW
240 V, 20 A, 1-phase
20-80%:
02 h 25 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (4.6 kW)

NEMA 14-30

Output:
7.2 kW
240 V, 30 A, 1-phase
20-80%:
02 h 25 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (4.6 kW)

NEMA 14-50

Output:
12 kW
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
20-80%:
02 h 25 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (4.6 kW)

NEMA 6-50

Output:
12 kW
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
20-80%:
02 h 25 min
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (4.6 kW)
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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About Smart ForTwo Electric Drive

The Smart ForTwo Electric Drive is an all-electric rear-wheel drive hatchback. It came out in 2017. Smart stopped making the Electric Drive in 2018. The car is not available on the US market.

The Smart ForTwo Electric Drive has a 17.6 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 75 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 22.3 kWh per 100 miles (or 223 Wh/mile) — ranked №629 out of 651 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Smart ForTwo Electric Drive is equipped with a powertrain that delivers up to 60 kW (80 hp) of power and 118 lb-ft of torque.

This enables a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 11.1 seconds (ranked №550 out of 651 electric vehicles) and a top speed of 81 mph.

How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?

The estimated How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range? for Smart ForTwo Electric Drive falls between 68–83 miles, ranking it №629 out of 651 electric vehicles. Several conditions can influence this range:

  • Speed: The battery drains faster at higher speeds.
  • Temperature: Extreme temperatures can impact range.
  • Terrain: Range is reduced on hilly or mountainous terrain.
  • Driving style: Aggressive driving behaviors, such as frequent acceleration and braking, decrease efficiency.
  • Feature utilization: Climate control and media system usage also affect range.

These figures are approximations, and your actual driving range may vary. When planning trips, consider these factors and be prepared for potential charging stops.

For trip planning assistance, utilize the EV Navigation interactive map.

What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?

The car doesn't support DC charging

To estimate charging time, rate, and cost, you can use Green Cars Compare Charging Calculator.

How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?

The size and weight specifications for Smart ForTwo Electric Drive are as follows:

  • Length: 106.1 in
  • Width: N/A in (including side mirrors) or 65.5 in (excluding side mirrors)
  • Height: 61.2 in
  • Wheelbase: 73.7 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
  • Curb weight: N/A lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

Behind the rear seats of the Smart ForTwo Electric Drive, you'll find 9.2 cubic feet of storage space (ranked №556 out of 651 electric vehicles).

Folding down the rear seats expands the total cargo capacity to 12.4 cubic feet (ranked №505 out of 651 electric vehicles).

The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?

The car isn’t officially rated for towing.

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