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2008 smart fortwo MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 smart fortwo is a two-seater with one EPA-rated configuration. The most efficient version returns 36 MPG combined (33 city / 41 highway) on premium gasoline. Among 27 two-seaters rated for 2008, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $1,646 a year to fuel.

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Combined 36 MPG 33 MPG city · 41 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,646 15,000 mi/yr · $10.97 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #1 of 27 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 smart fortwo's fuel average is 15.3 km/L (6.5 L/100 km), or 36 MPG combined: 14.0 km/L in the city and 17.4 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City3314.07.1
Highway4117.45.7
Combined3615.36.5

How it ranks among 2008 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1smart fortwo36 MPG $1,646
  2. 2Lotus Elise/exige23 MPG $2,022
  3. 3Audi TT Roadster25 MPG $2,370
  4. 4Mazda MX-524 MPG $2,469
  5. 5Porsche Boxster23 MPG $2,576
  6. 27Bugatti Veyron10 MPG $5,925
2008 fortwoOther two-seatersClass median: $3,118/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

fortwo MPG across model years

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1 EPA-rated configuration

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 1.0L 3-cyl · 5-speed automatic
fortwo convertible
Gas 33 MPG 41 MPG 36 MPG — $1,646

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
1.0L 3-cyl
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
247 g/mi

2008 smart fortwo vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 smart fortwo?

Up to 36 MPG combined (33 city / 41 highway).

What fuel does the 2008 smart fortwo use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 smart fortwo?

The 2008 smart fortwo's fuel average is 15.3 km/L (6.5 L/100 km), or 36 MPG combined: 14.0 km/L in the city and 17.4 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 smart fortwo per year?

About $1,646 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $10.97 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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