Hyundai Elantra GT vs smart Fortwo
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 smart Fortwo
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | electric drive pure |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | electric |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2020 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,650 (best) | $23,800 |
| Lowest listing price | $8,300 | $5,797 (best) |
| Median listing price | $8,300 | $6,953 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $8,300 | $8,109 (best) |
| For sale now | 1 | 2 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 32 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 | 14 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 161 hp (best) | 80 hp |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft (best) | 118 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 3 |
| Cargo volume | 55.1 cu ft (best) | 7.8 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,025 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 2,943 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in (best) | 73.5 in |
| Length | 170.9 in (best) | 106.1 in |
| Width | 70.7 in (best) | 61.4 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 60.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 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 | Hyundai Elantra GT | smart Fortwo |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $20,650 MSRP(Currently comparing) | electric drive pure $23,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | N Line $23,500 MSRP | electric drive passion $25,290 MSRP |
| 3 | N Line $24,600 MSRP | electric drive passion $28,100 MSRP |
| 4 | — | electric drive prime $26,640 MSRP |
| 5 | — | electric drive prime $29,100 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Hyundai Elantra GT vs smart Fortwo FAQ
- Which is better: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT vs 2018 smart Fortwo on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT starts lower at $20,650. Live Hyundai Elantra GT listings start at $8,300. Live smart Fortwo listings start at $5,797.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,650).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2018 smart Fortwo leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (58).
- Which has better horsepower: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT leads on horsepower in this comparison (201).
- Which has better seats: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT vs 2018 smart Fortwo?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Elantra GT (4/5 NHTSA overall).