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 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
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 |