Smart EQ fortwo cabrio

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2017-2019

Price USA (used) Estimated pre-owned price: $16,500

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In 2020 this car was replaced by: Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2020-2023)

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About Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019)

The Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019) is an all-electric rear-wheel drive cabriolet. It came out in 2017 replacing the older Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2020-2023). Smart stopped making the fortwo cabrio in 2019 and replaced it with the Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2020-2023). You can still find Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019) on the used car market, with prices starting around $16,500.

The Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019) has a 17.6 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 63 mi on a single charge — ranked №760 out of 764 electric vehicles.

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019) 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 11.4 seconds (№93 out of 116 ranked positions, among 764 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and a top speed of 81 mph.

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

The estimated real-world range for Smart EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019) is 63 miles, ranking it №241 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 EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019) 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 7.2 kW, which translates to roughly 24 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 EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019) comes in the following dimensions:

Length: 106.1 in
Width: 69 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: 2383 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 EQ fortwo cabrio (2017-2019), you'll find 9.2 cubic feet of storage space (№134 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 12 cubic feet (№161 out of 161 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.