Car financing: 2016 smart fortwo
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 6.6 to 6.8 L/100 km, or 19.6 kWh/100 km combined (EPA). 2 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
- 6.6 to 6.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
Rent a 2016 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.
2016 smart fortwo specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0.9L 3-cylinder turbo | 0.9L 3-cylinder turbo | Electric motor |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 1-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Electric |
| City | 7.1 L/100 km | 7.5 L/100 km | See the trims |
| Highway | 6.1 L/100 km | 6.0 L/100 km | See the trims |
| Combined | 6.6 L/100 km | 6.8 L/100 km | 19.6 kWh/100 km |
| Electric range | See the trims | See the trims | 109 km |
| CO₂ | 153 g/km | 158 g/km | 0 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $11.55 | $11.90 | $2.94 |
2016 smart fortwo: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 0.9 L | 0.9 L | |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 | |
| MPG city (US) | 33 | 31 | 122 MPGe |
| MPG highway (US) | 39 | 39 | 93 MPGe |
| MPG combined (US) | 35 | 34 | 107 MPGe |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 42 | 41 | |
| Charge at 240 V | 6 hours | ||
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,350 | US$2,400 | US$700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $2,310 | $2,380 | $588 |
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 2016 smart fortwo
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (8), fuel/propulsion system (7) and electrical system (5). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17V448000 | 2017-07-16 | parking brake | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 smart fortwo vehicles. In these vehicles, the lock nut that secures the parking brake cable to the parking brake lever may loosen over time, resulting in increased parking brake lever travel before the parking brake engages. |
| 17V179000 | 2017-03-16 | exterior lighting:headlights | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 Smart Fortwo vehicles. The horizontal headlight adjustment mechanism on these vehicles may not have been properly sealed off to prevent future adjustment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2016 smart fortwo for buyers
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2016 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. Here is what to know about the 2016 smart fortwo before buying one.
What to check on the fortwo
NHTSA has 22 owner complaints on file, mostly about engine, fuel/propulsion system and electrical system. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
What the specs mean
The 0.9L 3-cylinder turbo, paired with a 6-speed automatic, drives it. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
The EPA rates it at 6.6 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 20 litres. Driving 300 km costs roughly $34.65 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,350 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who the fortwo suits
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits a summer weekend or a special occasion more than a move.
The fortwo in everyday use
As a two-seat sports car, it puts the driving first and the luggage second.
Try before you buy
Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. If the fortwo is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Drive the fortwo on your commute before you commit to it.
Narrowing it down
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
The cost of driving it
Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. The EPA estimates US$2,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $11.55 in fuel.
Make a request
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
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 2016 smart fortwo from us first.
Ask us about the 2016 smart fortwo
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2016 smart fortwo for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2016 smart fortwo
Does CarmaCars sell the 2016 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 2016 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 2016 smart fortwo have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2016 smart fortwo cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2310.00.
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.