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Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2012-2016

Price USA (used) Estimated pre-owned price: $6,890

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In 2017 this car was replaced by: Smart EQ fortwo coupe (2017-2019)

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About Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016)

The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) is an all-electric rear-wheel drive hatchback. It came out in 2012 replacing the older Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012). Smart stopped making the fortwo coupe in 2016 and replaced it with the Smart EQ fortwo coupe (2017-2019). You can still find Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) on the used car market, with prices starting around $6,890.

The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) has a 17.6 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 66 mi on a single charge — ranked №757 out of 764 electric vehicles.

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) is equipped with a powertrain that delivers up to 55 kW (74 hp) of power and 22 lb-ft of torque.

This enables a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 11.1 seconds (№90 out of 116 ranked positions, among 764 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and a top speed of 78 mph.

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

The estimated real-world range for Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) is 66 miles, ranking it №239 out of 242 ranked positions. 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 Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) in the USA is equipped with a Type 1 (J1772) charging port. You can charge it conveniently at home using a standard outlet, or utilize any public AC charging station with the appropriate cable. However, the car's built-in charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging speed to 3.7 kW, which translates to roughly 13 miles of range added per hour.

The car doesn't support DC charging

To estimate charging time, rate, and cost, you can use EV Charging Calculator.

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

Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016) comes in the following dimensions:

Length: 106.1 in
Width: in (including side mirrors) or 61.4 in (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 61.6 in
Wheelbase: 73.5 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 2028 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 Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2012-2016), you'll find 7.8 cubic feet of storage space (№139 out of 151 ranked positions, among 764 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

Folding down the rear seats expands the total cargo capacity to cubic feet (№ out of ranked positions, among 764 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

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.