2017 Smart fortwo

US · Two Seaters

The 2017 Smart fortwo is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: 0.9L 3-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic, Single-speed
Drivetrain: RWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Electric
Economy: 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) combined

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Same Generation Reference Photo2018 Model

Official photograph of 2018 model sharing this design generation. Primary illustration above depicts verified 2017 Smart fortwo dimensions.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

0.9L 3-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

Manual, Automatic, Single-speed

Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	0.9L 3-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement	0.9 L
Cylinders	3
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Electric	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic, Single-speed
Gears	1 to 6
Drivetrain	RWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km)
Highway	38 mpg (6.2 L/100 km) to 39 mpg (6.0 L/100 km)
Electric range	57 mi (92 km) to 58 mi (93 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.

17V447000: 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.
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.
Reported July 14, 2017. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 5, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 5, 2026

Data verified: November 5, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2017 Smart fortwo have?

0.9L 3-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Smart fortwo?

Combined fuel economy is 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

What is the electric range of the 2017 Smart fortwo?

57 mi (92 km) to 58 mi (93 km) of electric range, as listed by our sources.

Is the 2017 Smart fortwo front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

Are there recalls for the 2017 Smart fortwo?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.