55/100

2017Two SeatersPremium

2017 smart fortwo coupe

EPA ID: 38461

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City MPG

Combined MPG

35MPG· Excellent

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2017 smart fortwo coupe achieves an EPA-estimated 35 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 33 MPG in the city and 39 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 0.9L 3-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic (am6), this two seaters features Rear-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2017 fortwo coupe produces approximately 248 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this fortwo coupe performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $2,000, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $750 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassTwo Seaters

Fuel TypePremium

Engine0.9L 3-cyl

AspirationTurbocharged

TransmissionAutomatic (AM6)

Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions248 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped

GHG Score8/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$2,000

5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $750

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

35.5

Impact vs EPA

$-19

/ year

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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$974/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$33,000

56.5%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$7,500

12.8%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$17,550

30.0%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

0.7%

Total 5-Year Cost$58,450

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #17V447000·2017-10-13

critical

Component: STEERING

Mercedes-Benz USA LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 smart fortwo and smart fortwo Cabriolet vehicles. Casting imperfections may result in the failure of the left front axle steering knuckle.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: Failure of the left front axle steering knuckle could affect vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle steering knuckle, replacing any from the affected batch, free of charge. The recall October 13, 2017. Owners may contact smart customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

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