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Hyundai Veloster vs smart Fortwo

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

Vehicles

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2021 Hyundai Veloster

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2018 smart Fortwo

Overview

SpecHyundai Veloster2smart Fortwoelectric drive pure
Selected trim2electric drive pure
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedelectric
Transmission6-speed manual1-speed direct drive
Engine typegaselectric
Model year20212018

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai Veloster2smart Fortwoelectric drive pure
MSRP$18,900 (best)$23,800
Lowest listing price$17,291$5,797 (best)
Median listing price$17,291$6,953 (best)
Highest listing price$17,291$8,109 (best)
For sale now12 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai Veloster2smart Fortwoelectric drive pure
Combined MPG28 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG (best)
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe108 MPGe (best)
Electric range58 mi (best)
Battery capacity17 kWh (best)
240V charge time3 hr (best)
Fuel tank13.2 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHyundai Veloster2smart Fortwoelectric drive pure
Horsepower147 hp (best)80 hp
Torque132 lb-ft (best)118 lb-ft
Engine size2 L (best)
CylindersI4

Size & capability

SpecHyundai Veloster2smart Fortwoelectric drive pure
Seating4 seats (best)2 seats
Doors4 (best)3
Cargo volume44.5 cu ft (best)7.8 cu ft
Payload1,047 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,701 lbs (best)
Wheelbase104.3 in (best)73.5 in
Length166.9 in (best)106.1 in
Width70.9 in (best)61.4 in
Height55.1 in60.7 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai Veloster2smart Fortwoelectric drive pure
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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.

TrimHyundai Velostersmart Fortwo
1

2

$18,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

electric drive pure

$23,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

2

$19,900 MSRP

electric drive passion

$25,290 MSRP

3

2.0 Premium

$23,100 MSRP

electric drive passion

$28,100 MSRP

4

Turbo R-Spec

$23,450 MSRP

electric drive prime

$26,640 MSRP

5

Turbo

$25,750 MSRP

electric drive prime

$29,100 MSRP

6

Turbo Ultimate

$28,450 MSRP

Live inventory

Hyundai Veloster vs smart Fortwo FAQ

Which is better: 2021 Hyundai Veloster or 2018 smart Fortwo?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2021 Hyundai Veloster 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: 2021 Hyundai Veloster or 2018 smart Fortwo?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2021 Hyundai Veloster starts lower at $18,900. Live Hyundai Veloster listings start at $17,291. Live smart Fortwo listings start at $5,797.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2021 Hyundai Veloster or 2018 smart Fortwo?
The 2021 Hyundai Veloster leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (18,900).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2021 Hyundai Veloster or 2018 smart Fortwo?
The 2021 Hyundai Veloster leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2021 Hyundai Veloster or 2018 smart Fortwo?
The 2018 smart Fortwo leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (58).
Which has better horsepower: 2021 Hyundai Veloster or 2018 smart Fortwo?
The 2021 Hyundai Veloster leads on horsepower in this comparison (201).
Which has better seats: 2021 Hyundai Veloster or 2018 smart Fortwo?
The 2021 Hyundai Veloster leads on seats in this comparison (4).