Pros: Outstanding close-quarters maneuverability; incredibly easy to park; fashion-forward styling; quicker, smoother acceleration and better ride quality than gas-engine Smart ForTwo; low-cost operation
Cons: Limited driving range; charging times; tight passenger and cargo space; no Level 3 charging capability
CG Says: The 2015 Smart ForTwo Electric Drive is essentially unchanged. Smart ForTwo Electric Drive models use an electric motor that sends 96 pound-feet of torque and an estimated 74 horsepower through a single-speed transmission. The motor is powered by a 17.6 kWh lithium-ion battery pack situated beneath the cabin floor. Coupe and cabriolet models are available, both with rear-wheel drive. Smart says the Electric Drive’s battery pack needs about 14 hours for a full recharge from a 110-volt plug and about 6 hours from a 240-volt outlet. The battery can also be partially recharged while driving via a regenerative-braking feature. Claimed maximum driving range is about 83 miles.
| Class | Subcompact Car |
| Body Style(s) | 2-door hatchback, 2-door convertible |
| Passenger Count | 2 |
| Drive Wheels | rear-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Smart |
| Nation of Manufacture | France |
| Base Prices | Passion coupe: $25,000 Passion convertible: $28,000 |
| Base Engine electric motor |
| Horsepower 74 |
| Std. Transmission single-speed |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 122 MPGe |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 93 MPGe |
