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Fuel economy details

smart fortwo cabriolet 2017

EPA fuel-economy estimates for 1 version of this vehicle. Review the published configuration below.

35combined MPG
33 / 38city / highway MPG
$2,350estimated annual fuel cost

How to use these estimates

EPA ratings use standardized city and highway tests, making them a useful starting point for comparing similar vehicles. For model years with several versions, choose the powertrain that matches the vehicle you are considering before relying on a rating.

Your actual fuel or electricity use can vary with weather, payload, driving style, maintenance, and local prices.

SIDI · Automatic (AM6)

35 combined MPG
Fuel typePremium Gasoline
Vehicle classTwo Seaters
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (AM6)
Tailpipe CO₂251 g/mi
EPA base modelfortwo
TurbochargerYes

Efficiency and cost

EPA fuel economy score
8
EPA greenhouse gas score
8
Estimated annual petroleum use
8.5 barrels
Five-year fuel-cost comparison
saves $250

EPA class benchmark

Compared with 71 EPA records from 2017 in this vehicle class and fuel type.

Efficiency position
At or above 100%
Combined MPG vs median
16 MPG above the class median.
Annual cost vs median
$2,000 lower than the class median.

NHTSA safety recalls

Recall information for this model year

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for this 2017 smart fortwo cabriolet. A VIN is required to confirm whether a specific vehicle is affected.

STEERINGCampaign 17V447000

Issue: 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.

Source: NHTSA recall data, last checked October 3, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA before taking action.

Where these numbers come from

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. This page was last updated on October 3, 2026. Learn more about how we use vehicle data.