smart fortwo coupe

20082017 · 12 configurations

Lowest
34
Average
36
Best
36

The smart fortwo coupe has been tested by the EPA across 12 different configurations spanning model years 2008 through 2017. Over this period, the fortwo coupe has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 34 MPG to 36 MPG, with an overall average of 36 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2017
35
2016
35
2015
36
2014
36
2013
36
2012
36
2011
36
2010
36
2009
36
2008
36

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (fortwo coupe) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the smart fortwo coupe. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the smart Smart Fortwo grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
104
Total Deaths
86

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
28.8%
Fire Occurrence
1.0%
Speeding Involved
9.6%
DUI Involved
14.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

69%
Front
15%
Side
16%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.92
2022
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes19
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2020
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
1.13
2019
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.91
2018
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.79
2017
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2016
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2014
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.78

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2017
1
2016
2
2014
1
2008
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory