Smart EQ Fortwo running costs and reliability

2018 onwards (change model)

Written by Keith Adams Published: 3 November 2020 Updated: 3 November 2020

Miles per pound (mpp) ⓘ

Low figures relate to the least economical version; high to the most economical. Based on WLTP combined fuel economy for versions of this car made since September 2017 only, and typical current fuel or electricity costs.

Electric motors, home charging	10.3 - 14.1 mpp
Electric motors, public charging	5.6 - 7.6 mpp

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Fuel economy ⓘ

Low figures relate to the least economical version; high to the most economical. Based on WLTP combined fuel economy for versions of this car made since September 2017 only.

Electric motors	3.5 - 4.8 miles/kWh

View mpg & specs for any version

It has a short range
But a small battery that’s pennies to recharge
Servicing packages are available

Smart offers a 22kW on-board charge facility to make battery replenishment even easier. Whether this is standard-fit for British models is to be confirmed, but with it installed recharging at a public rapid charge facility will take an EQ model from 10%-80% in less than 40 minutes.

The recharge rate for the 17.6kWh battery on a domestic wallbox (from 10-80%) is three hours 18 minutes, and if you’re stuck with a three-pin domestic plug, it’ll take eight hours 30 minutes. The battery range is quoted at 74-82 miles for the Fortwo Coupe based on the more realistic WLTP testing measures.

Smart offers a ServiceCare package, which is a plan designed to encompass the servicing costs for the first two, three or four services. Smart ServiceCare allows owners to know what to expect when it comes to garage costs during the early part of the car’s life.