2016 smart fortwo electric drive coupe

The CarCody take

The 2016 smart fortwo electric drive coupe is a rear-wheel-drive, two-seat electric car. It travels 68 miles on a full charge and uses 31.5 kWh per 100 miles. Its combined rating is 107 MPGe, with an estimated $700 annual fuel cost. A 240-volt charge takes six hours.

Who it suits. Short daily trips within 68 miles Drivers with access to 240-volt charging Solo drivers or one passenger

What it is

This 2016 fortwo is a two-seat car with rear-wheel drive. It uses a 55 kW DCPM electric motor and an automatic A1 transmission.

Electricity is the only fuel. The figure that matters most is its 68-mile range on a full charge.

The numbers

Combined efficiency is 107 MPGe. Energy use is 31.5 kWh per 100 miles.

The 68-mile range suits short daily travel, but it leaves less room for long detours between charges.

What it costs to run

Estimated fuel spending is $700 a year. That figure is tied to the car's electricity use and driving assumptions.

At a 240-volt outlet, a full charge takes six hours.

How it compares

Against other smart cars, compare the same two figures first: 107 combined MPGe and 68 miles of range. They show efficiency and how far this coupe can travel before charging.

Who it suits

This car fits a driver who can stay within its 68-mile range and has access to a 240-volt charging point. Its two-seat layout also suits solo driving or one passenger.

Trade-offs

Electric driving avoids gasoline, but the car depends on charging. Six hours at 240 volts is a planned stop rather than a quick top-up.

You get rear-wheel drive, automatic operation and two seats, while the 68-mile range limits longer trips.

Verdict

Choose this fortwo when compact two-seat electric travel matches your routine and overnight charging is available. The 107 MPGe rating keeps energy use measured, while the $700 annual estimate gives a clear running-cost reference. Its main constraint is distance: 68 miles per charge requires deliberate trip planning. For short routes, it presents a simple electric setup; for frequent long drives, its charging time and limited range demand more compromise.