2017 smart fortwo cabrioletFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Two SeatersRear-Wheel Drive
City
33
MPG
Highway
38
MPG
Combined
35
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (AM6)
Premium
City
33
Hwy
38
Comb
35
Fuel cost: $2,350/yr
Manual 5-spd
Premium
City
31
Hwy
38
Comb
34
Fuel cost: $2,400/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,350

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 8/10
GHG Score: 8/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
251 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
8.5 barrels

Specifications

Engine
0.9L 3-cyl
Transmission
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
0.9L, 3-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
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$1,924/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,553/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,666/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,773/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,938/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,933/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,396/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$1,979/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,862/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,906/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 35 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

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