2008 smart fortwo coupeFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Two SeatersRear-Wheel Drive
City
33
MPG
Highway
41
MPG
Combined
36
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 49 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
38.2MPG average+6.0% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 36 MPG · Owner reported avg: 38.2 MPG
Range: 25–50 MPG
Driving mix: City 51% / Highway 49%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 38.2 real world MPG based on 49 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 36 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (S5)
Premium
City
33
Hwy
41
Comb
36
Fuel cost: $2,250/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (S5) | Premium | 33 | 41 | 36 | $2,250 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,250
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$750
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 247 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 8.3 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 1L 3-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
- GVWR
- Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 1L, 3-cylinder
- Fuel Type
- Premium Gasoline
Annual Fuel Cost by State
Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA
National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$1,871/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,482/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,620/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,723/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,884/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,879/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,330/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$1,924/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,810/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,853/yr
| State | Gas Price | Annual Cost | vs. National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| National AvgEPA default | $4.490/gal | $1,871/yr | — |
| California | $5.957/gal | $2,482/yrHIGHEST | +$611 |
| Texas | $3.888/gal | $1,620/yrLOWEST | $-251 |
| Florida | $4.136/gal | $1,723/yr | $-148 |
| New York | $4.522/gal | $1,884/yr | +$13 |
| Ohio | $4.510/gal | $1,879/yr | +$8 |
| Washington | $5.591/gal | $2,330/yr | +$459 |
| Colorado | $4.618/gal | $1,924/yr | +$53 |
| Minnesota | $4.344/gal | $1,810/yr | $-61 |
| Massachusetts | $4.448/gal | $1,853/yr | $-18 |
Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 36 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.
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