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Smart fortwo Generations

Each Smart fortwo generation, representing the timeframe between each fortwo redesign, is listed below. Use this list to see which is the most reliable and safest fortwo generation based on iSeeCars' data-driven ratings.

Our methodology

In the market for a slightly used Smart fortwo, but wondering if it offers the latest design enhancements? iSeeCars' team of automotive experts and data scientists compiled the most accurate and comprehensive history of the Smart fortwo's redesign schedule, showing which model year an all-new "vehicle generation" debuted. When a vehicle is redesigned it benefits from the latest design and engineering enhancements, which impacts performance, fuel efficiency, safety, and reliability. iSeeCars' data shows that, on average, newer generations of a model are more powerful, fuel efficient, and reliable than older generations, but not all models follow this pattern. Use the information below to track changes in the Smart fortwo and its engine power, fuel efficiency, safety, and iSeeCars' Reliability Ratings across model years/generations. iSeeCars' objective and data-driven Reliability Rating is based on a rigorous analysis of over 312 million vehicles, to calculate each vehicle model's useful lifespan and its ability to last 200,000 miles or more.

The Smart fortwo is a hatchback last redesigned in 2016. It is also available as a convertible. The latest generation is powered by a 0.9L engine that makes 89 hp and delivers up to 39 mpg. A new Smart fortwo has a starting MSRP of $14,650, and used prices for this generation of Smart fortwo range from $7,988 to $15,996. This era of Smart fortwo earns an iSeeCars Generations Rating of 7.7, which takes both reliability and safety into consideration.

The previous Smart fortwo generation is a hatchback produced from 2008 to 2015. It is also available as a convertible. This generation is powered by a 1.0L engine that makes 70 hp and delivers up to 38 mpg. Used car pricing for this generation ranges from $2,995 to $12,996.

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Smart fortwo Generations

In the market for a slightly used Smart fortwo, but wondering if it offers the latest design enhancements? iSeeCars' team of automotive experts and data scientists compiled the most accurate and comprehensive history of the Smart fortwo's redesign schedule, showing which model year an all-new "vehicle generation" debuted. When a vehicle is redesigned it benefits from the latest design and engineering enhancements, which impacts performance, fuel efficiency, safety, and reliability. iSeeCars' data shows that, on average, newer generations of a model are more powerful, fuel efficient, and reliable than older generations, but not all models follow this pattern. Use the information below to track changes in the Smart fortwo and its engine power, fuel efficiency, safety, and iSeeCars' Reliability Ratings across model years/generations. iSeeCars' objective and data-driven Reliability Rating is based on a rigorous analysis of over 312 million vehicles, to calculate each vehicle model's useful lifespan and its ability to last 200,000 miles or more.

The Smart fortwo is a hatchback last redesigned in 2016. It is also available as a convertible. The latest generation is powered by a 0.9L engine that makes 89 hp and delivers up to 39 mpg. A new Smart fortwo has a starting MSRP of $14,650, and used prices for this generation of Smart fortwo range from $7,988 to $15,996. This era of Smart fortwo earns an iSeeCars Generations Rating of 7.7, which takes both reliability and safety into consideration.

The previous Smart fortwo generation is a hatchback produced from 2008 to 2015. It is also available as a convertible. This generation is powered by a 1.0L engine that makes 70 hp and delivers up to 38 mpg. Used car pricing for this generation ranges from $2,995 to $12,996.

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2016–2017 Smart fortwo (hatchback)

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iSEECARS Generations Rating

iSeeCars Generations Rankings are calculated based on an analysis of data from over 12 million cars that assesses how long each vehicle generation lasts, along with safety data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Association.

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7.741321807728458 / 10
  • Reliability 7.482643615456914 / 10
  • Safety 8.0 / 10
Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
2017 0.9L I3 89hp, 100ft. lbs. RWD 8929–15957 14650–18480 34 mpg–35 mpg
2016 0.9L I3 89hp, 100ft. lbs. RWD 7988–15996 14650–18480 35 mpg–36 mpg

2017 Smart fortwo (convertible)

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iSEECARS Generations Rating

iSeeCars Generations Rankings are calculated based on an analysis of data from over 12 million cars that assesses how long each vehicle generation lasts, along with safety data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Association.

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  • Reliability Coming soon
  • Safety 8.0 / 10
Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
2017 0.9L I3 89hp, 100ft. lbs. RWD 12495–19005 18900–20900 34 mpg–35 mpg

2008–2015 Smart fortwo (hatchback)

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iSEECARS Generations Rating

iSeeCars Generations Rankings are calculated based on an analysis of data from over 12 million cars that assesses how long each vehicle generation lasts, along with safety data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Association.

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  • Reliability 7.397144619986587 / 10
  • Safety Not Available
Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
2015 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 5601–12996 13270–14930 36 mpg
2014 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 5205–11995 13270–14930 36 mpg
2013 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 4498–12191 12490–14890 36 mpg
2012 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 3999–8990 12490–14690 36 mpg
2011 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 3539–8299 12490–14690 36 mpg
2010 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 2995–7995 11990–17990 36 mpg
2009 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 3656–9055 11990–17990 36 mpg
2008 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 3803–8943 11590–13590 36 mpg

2008–2015 Smart fortwo (convertible)

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iSEECARS Generations Rating

iSeeCars Generations Rankings are calculated based on an analysis of data from over 12 million cars that assesses how long each vehicle generation lasts, along with safety data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Association.

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  • Reliability 7.191298510969415 / 10
  • Safety Not Available
Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
2015 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 7995–13745 17930–17930 36 mpg
2014 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD – 17930–17930 36 mpg
2013 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 5002–13750 17890–17890 36 mpg
2012 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 4000–9802 17690–17690 36 mpg
2011 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD – 17690–17690 36 mpg
2010 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD – 16990–20990 36 mpg
2009 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 3995–8930 16990–20990 36 mpg
2008 1.0L I3 70hp, 68ft. lbs. RWD 3493–10241 16590–16590 36 mpg

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Our methodology

iSeeCars Generations Rating is calculated based on the latest research from our data science team.

The iSeeCars Generations Rating is an analysis of two factors: reliability and safety. It is calculated for each model generation based on the analysis of over 312 million cars using a proprietary mathematical model that estimated the probability that each vehicle would survive to various mileage thresholds. This survival model was used to calculate the average lifespan of each vehicle generation, which forms the basis of the reliability score. The safety score is based on NHTSA safety ratings.

Vehicles are scored in two categories:

Reliability

The reliability score represents an analysis of iSeeCars' proprietary research on the longest-lasting vehicles.

Safety

The safety score is calculated based on the last five years of crash test ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and incorporates the latest Top Safety Pick information from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).