Auto loans: 2012 smart fortwo
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 6.5 L/100 km combined (EPA). 0 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 6.5 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 0
For sale
Rent a 2012 smart fortwo for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2012 smart fortwo specs
| Engine | 1.0L 3-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas |
| City | 6.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 6.5 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 153 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $11.38 |
2012 smart fortwo: every figure
| Displacement | 1.0 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 3 |
| MPG city (US) | 34 |
| MPG highway (US) | 38 |
| MPG combined (US) | 36 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 43 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,300 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $2,276 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 smart fortwo
- NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
- Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (2), electrical system (2) and seat belts (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2012 smart fortwo for buyers
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2012 smart fortwo for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page helps you judge the 2012 smart fortwo before you buy one anywhere.
Before you sign for the fortwo
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car.
Specs, explained
Power: the 1.0L 3-cylinder; drive: rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Its combined rating is 6.5 L/100 km, which means roughly 20 litres for 300 km. At our price setting, it costs about $11.38 to drive 100 km. The EPA estimates US$2,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
How big it is
Low and compact, it is a car for the drive more than the cargo.
Best uses
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. If the fortwo is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
Running costs
The EPA estimates US$2,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Narrowing it down
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Talk to a person
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 smart fortwo from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 smart fortwo
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 smart fortwo for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 smart fortwo
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 smart fortwo?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 smart fortwo before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 smart fortwo have recalls?
NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
What does the 2012 smart fortwo cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2276.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.