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smart · model year 2017

2017 smart fortwo electric drive convertible

Two Seaters · Rear-Wheel Drive · Electric · EPA class: Two Seaters

EPA figures · 2017fueleconomy.gov

57miles · EPA range

102MPGe combined

$750fuel a year

33 kWh per 100 miles 3 h to charge at 240 V 60 KW AC Synchronous Automatic (A1)

This car on fueleconomy.gov, read 2 October 2026. Your own figures depend on how and where you drive.

Where it places

The CarCody take

The 2017 smart fortwo electric drive convertible is a rear-wheel-drive, two-seat electric car. Its EPA-rated range is 57 miles, with 102 combined MPGe and energy use of 33 kWh per 100 miles. A 240-volt connection takes 3 hours to charge. EPA annual fuel cost is $750.

Good to know

57-mile EPA electric range
102 combined MPGe
3-hour charge time at 240 volts
Two-seat convertible body
Rear-wheel drive

Watch for

57-mile range limits trip distance
Two-seat cabin cannot carry more passengers
240-volt charging takes 3 hours
Annual EPA fuel cost is $750

Who it suits. Drivers with short trips and dependable 240-volt charging One or two people wanting an electric convertible

Choose it when a short-range electric convertible matches your regular travel and charging setup. The 102 MPGe rating keeps energy use measured, while the $750 annual estimate gives a clear running-cost reference. Its limited range and two-seat cabin narrow its role, so it makes sense as a focused city car rather than an all-purpose vehicle.

What it is

This 2017 smart fortwo is a two-seat convertible car with rear-wheel drive. It uses a 60-kilowatt AC synchronous electric motor and an automatic transmission.

Its defining EPA figure is a 57-mile electric range. That is the distance its rated charge covers before you need to plug in again.

The numbers

The car returns 102 MPGe combined. It uses 33 kWh of electricity per 100 miles.

A 240-volt charge takes 3 hours. The 57-mile EPA range puts a clear limit on each full charge.

What it costs to run

The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $750. That figure reflects the car's electricity use rather than gasoline consumption.

How it compares

The EPA class is Two Seaters.

Its own reference points are 57 miles of range and 102 combined MPGe.

Who it suits

This car fits a driver who can work within a 57-mile EPA range and has access to a 240-volt charge point.

Its two-seat layout and convertible body suit solo trips or travel with one passenger.

Trade-offs

The electric drivetrain avoids gasoline use, but the car's rated range is 57 miles. Charging at 240 volts takes 3 hours.

Rear-wheel drive, two seats, and an automatic transmission define how this small convertible is configured.

Verdict

Every figure on record

Combined MPGe: 102 MPGe
EPA range: 57 miles
Energy use: 33 kWh per 100 miles
Annual fuel cost: $750
Charge time at 240 V: 3 hours
Model year: 2017
Body: Car
EPA size class: Two Seaters
Drive: Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine: 60 KW AC Synchronous
Transmission: Automatic (A1)
Fuel: Electricity

Questions

What is the EPA range of the 2017 smart fortwo electric drive convertible?

Its EPA-rated electric range is 57 miles.

How efficient is this smart fortwo?

It earns 102 combined MPGe and uses 33 kWh per 100 miles.

How long does it take to charge?

Charging at 240 volts takes 3 hours.

How many people can it seat?

The EPA class is Two Seaters, so it is configured for two occupants.

What does it cost to fuel each year?

The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $750 for electricity.

What drivetrain and motor does it use?

It has rear-wheel drive, a 60-kilowatt AC synchronous electric motor, and an automatic transmission.