Honda Civic vs smart Fortwo

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Honda Civic

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2018 smart Fortwo

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Overview

Spec	Honda CivicLX	smart Fortwoelectric drive pure
Selected trim	LX	electric drive pure
Body style	Sedan	Hatchback
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Fuel type	regular unleaded	electric
Transmission	continuously variable-speed automatic	1-speed direct drive
Engine type	gas	electric
Model year	2026	2018

Pricing & market

Spec	Honda CivicLX	smart Fortwoelectric drive pure
MSRP	$24,595	$23,800 (best)
Lowest listing price	$18,921 (best)	—
Median listing price	$28,222 (best)	—
Highest listing price	$28,907 (best)	—
For sale now	19 (best)	0

Fuel economy & range

Spec	Honda CivicLX	smart Fortwoelectric drive pure
Combined MPG	36 MPG (best)	—
City MPG	32 MPG (best)	—
Highway MPG	41 MPG (best)	—
Combined MPGe	—	108 MPGe (best)
Electric range	—	58 mi (best)
Battery capacity	—	17 kWh (best)
240V charge time	—	3 hr (best)
Fuel tank	12.4 gal (best)	—

Performance

Spec	Honda CivicLX	smart Fortwoelectric drive pure
Horsepower	150 hp (best)	80 hp
Torque	133 lb-ft (best)	118 lb-ft
Engine size	2 L (best)	—
Cylinders	I4	—

Size & capability

Spec	Honda CivicLX	smart Fortwoelectric drive pure
Seating	5 seats (best)	2 seats
Doors	4 (best)	3
Cargo volume	14.8 cu ft (best)	7.8 cu ft
Curb weight	2,875 lbs (best)	—
Wheelbase	107.7 in (best)	73.5 in
Length	184.8 in (best)	106.1 in
Width	70.9 in (best)	61.4 in
Height	55.7 in	60.7 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Spec	Honda CivicLX	smart Fortwoelectric drive pure
NHTSA overall	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Frontal crash (driver)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Frontal crash (passenger)	4 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side crash (driver)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side crash (passenger)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side pole	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Rollover	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Open recalls (YMM scope)	None reported	None reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

Trim	Honda Civic	smart Fortwo
1	LX $24,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)	electric drive pure $23,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	Sport $26,595 MSRP	electric drive passion $25,290 MSRP
3	Sport $27,795 MSRP	electric drive passion $28,100 MSRP
4	Sport Hybrid $29,295 MSRP	electric drive prime $26,640 MSRP
5	Sport Hybrid $30,495 MSRP	electric drive prime $29,100 MSRP
6	Si $30,995 MSRP	—
7	Sport Touring Hybrid $32,295 MSRP	—
8	Sport Touring Hybrid $33,495 MSRP	—

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