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smart · model year 2018

2018 smart fortwo electric drive convertible

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

EPA figures · 2018fueleconomy.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 2018 smart fortwo electric drive convertible is a rear-wheel-drive, two-seat electric car. Its EPA range is 57 miles, with 102 MPGe combined efficiency. It uses 33 kWh per 100 miles and takes three hours to charge at 240 volts. EPA estimates annual fuel cost at $750.

Good to know

57-mile EPA electric range
102 MPGe combined rating
Three-hour charge time at 240 volts
Rear-wheel drive and automatic transmission
EPA annual fuel cost of $750

Watch for

Two-seat layout limits passenger capacity
57-mile range restricts longer trips
Charging requires a 240-volt connection for the stated time

Who it suits. Short, predictable local trips Drivers who usually carry one passenger Owners with access to 240-volt charging

The 2018 smart fortwo electric drive convertible makes sense as a short-range electric runabout. Its 57-mile EPA range can work for predictable local driving, and 102 MPGe keeps energy use clearly stated. The two-seat body narrows its role, while the three-hour 240-volt charge time requires a dependable charging routine. EPA’s $750 annual fuel-cost estimate gives a simple running-cost reference. Pick it for limited daily routes and one passenger, not for regular long trips or carrying a larger group.

What it is

This 2018 smart fortwo is a two-seat convertible car powered by electricity. It sends power to the rear wheels through an automatic transmission.

Its 60-kilowatt AC synchronous motor is the power source. The figure that defines this car for most buyers is its 57-mile EPA range.

The numbers

The EPA rates the fortwo electric drive convertible at 102 MPGe combined. It uses 33 kWh of electricity per 100 miles.

A 57-mile EPA range fits short, planned trips more naturally than long drives between charging stops. The EPA lists a three-hour charge time at 240 volts.

What it costs to run

EPA estimates yearly fuel cost at $750. Because this is an electric car, that figure reflects electricity rather than gasoline.

Its 33 kWh-per-100-miles rating gives you a direct measure of energy use, while the 57-mile range sets the distance available between charges.

How it compares

Use 102 MPGe as the efficiency figure when comparing this car with other electric models. Its 57-mile range is the more practical dividing line for daily route planning.

The facts here identify no other vehicle figures for a direct side-by-side comparison.

Who it suits

This car suits a driver whose regular trips stay within its 57-mile EPA range and who can use a 240-volt charging connection.

Its two-seat layout and rear-wheel drive make it a focused choice for solo driving or trips with one passenger.

Trade-offs

The electric drivetrain brings 102 MPGe combined efficiency and a stated $750 annual fuel cost. The trade-off is a 57-mile range and the need to plan charging.

Charging takes three hours at 240 volts. The car also has only two seats, which limits how many people it can carry.

Verdict

Choose this fortwo if your driving is short, your passenger count is usually one, and a 240-volt charge is available. Its EPA numbers describe a two-seat electric car with a 57-mile limit, 102 MPGe efficiency, and a three-hour charge time. It is less suited to drivers who regularly cover longer distances or need more than two seats.

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: 2018
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 2018 smart fortwo electric drive convertible?

The EPA range is 57 miles.

How efficient is this smart fortwo?

It is rated at 102 MPGe combined and uses 33 kWh per 100 miles.

How much does it cost to fuel each year?

The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $750.

How long does it take to charge?

The listed charge time is three hours at 240 volts.

How many people can it carry?

It is an EPA Two Seaters class car with two seats.

What drivetrain does it use?

It has rear-wheel drive and an automatic (A1) transmission.

What powers the car?

A 60-kilowatt AC synchronous electric motor powers it.