Smart (MCC) Fortwo reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Smart (MCC) Fortwo is a city car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 96 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 288 of 442, and 27.9% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is coil spring (3.3% of tests).
Ranked 288 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 9 of 26 city cars
In 2024, 44,766 Smart (MCC) Fortwos aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 27.9% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Smart (MCC) Fortwo is 4% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
27.9%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
4,800
Typical age at test: 11 years
Smart (MCC) Fortwo MOT failure rate by age
Most common Smart (MCC) Fortwo MOT faults
- Coil spring: fractured or broken3.3% of tests
- Stop lamp: not working2.8% of tests
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.6% of tests
- Position lamp: not working2.3% of tests
- Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction2.2% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.2% of tests
What the Smart (MCC) Fortwo fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 11.4% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Suspension | 7.4% | About average |
| Brakes | 6.9% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Tyres | 5.6% | About average |
| Visibility | 5.5% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 4.6% | ▲ 1.7× as often |
| Body and structure | 2.4% | ▼ 19% less often |
| Steering | 0.5% | ▼ 70% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.4% | ▼ 49% less often |
| Wheels | 0.1% | ▼ 49% less often |
What MPG does the Smart (MCC) Fortwo do?
Official economy for the Smart (MCC) Fortwo ranges from 49.6 to 85.6mpg across the 148 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2006–2021). A typical petrol version manages 62.8mpg. Electric versions average 4.8 miles per kWh, with an official range of 74 to 98 miles. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
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Any Smart (MCC) Fortwo first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Smart (MCC) Fortwo registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £200 a year.
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Official figures for 148 versions sold in the UK between 2006 and 2021.
Fuel types
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Official economy
49.6–85.6 mpg
Electric range
74–98 miles
Efficiency
4.0–4.8 mi/kWh
CO2
86–136 g/km
Power
82 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| fortwo cabrio EQ82 PS · N/A · listed 2021 | Electric | 4 mi/kWh | 0g | £200 |
| fortwo cabrio .5 EQ82 PS · N/A · listed 2021 | Electric | 4 mi/kWh | 0g | £200 |
| fortwo coupe EQ82 PS · N/A · listed 2021 | Electric | 4 mi/kWh | 0g | £200 |
| fortwo coupe .5 EQ82 PS · N/A · listed 2021 | Electric | 4 mi/kWh | 0g | £200 |
| fortwo cabrio electric drive with 15'' rear wheelsN/A · listed 2019 | Electric | 4.8 mi/kWh | 0g | £200 |
| fortwo cabrio electric drive with 16'' rear wheelsN/A · listed 2019 | Electric | 4.8 mi/kWh | 0g | £200 |
| fortwo coupé electric drive with 15'' rear wheelsN/A · listed 2019 | Electric | 4.8 mi/kWh | 0g | £200 |
| fortwo coupé electric drive with 16'' rear wheelsN/A · listed 2019 | Electric | 4.8 mi/kWh | 0g | £200 |
| fortwo coupé 71hp (52kW) with 15'' & 16'' wheelsM5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 68.9 mpg | 93g | £200 |
| fortwo coupé 71hp (52kW) twinamic with 15'' & 16'' wheelsA6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 68.9 mpg | 94g | £200 |
| fortwo coupé 90hp (66kW) turbo with 15'', 16'' & 17'' rear wheelsM5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 67.3 mpg | 97g | £200 |
| fortwo coupé 90hp (66kW) turbo twinamic with 15'', 16'' & 17'' rear wheelsA6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 68.9 mpg | 96g | £200 |
| fortwo coupé BRABUS 109hp (80kW) with 17'' rear wheelsA6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 62.8 mpg | 102g | £200 |
| fortwo cabrio 71 hp (52kW) with 15'' & 16'' wheelsM5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 65.7 mpg | 99g | £200 |
| fortwo cabrio 71hp (52kW) twinamic with 15'' & 16'' wheelsA6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 65.7 mpg | 99g | £200 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 148 versions.
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- Electric, typical official 4.8 miles per kWh…
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Smart (MCC) Fortwo reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Smart (MCC) Fortwo is 4% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 96 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Smart (MCC) Fortwo?
The most common MOT fault is “Coil spring: fractured or broken”, found in 3.3% of tests. It fails on exhaust and emissions more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Smart (MCC) Fortwo do?
Official economy for the Smart (MCC) Fortwo ranges from 49.6 to 85.6mpg across the 148 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2006–2021). A typical petrol version manages 62.8mpg. Electric versions average 4.8 miles per kWh, with an official range of 74 to 98 miles. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Smart (MCC) Fortwo?
Any Smart (MCC) Fortwo first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Smart (MCC) Fortwo registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £200 a year.
›How many Smart (MCC) Fortwos fail their MOT?
27.9% of Smart (MCC) Fortwos aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Smart (MCC) Fortwo combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.