Kia Rio5 vs smart Fortwo
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 smart Fortwo
Overview
| Spec | Kia Rio5Rio5 LX | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Rio5 LX | electric drive pure |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | electric |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2011 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia Rio5Rio5 LX | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $15,095 (best) | $23,800 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $5,797 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $6,953 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $8,109 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 2 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia Rio5Rio5 LX | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 36 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 | 11.9 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Kia Rio5Rio5 LX | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 110 hp (best) | 80 hp |
| Torque | 107 lb-ft | 118 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.6 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia Rio5Rio5 LX | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 3 |
| Cargo volume | 49.6 cu ft (best) | 7.8 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 2,487 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in (best) | 73.5 in |
| Length | 158.1 in (best) | 106.1 in |
| Width | 66.7 in (best) | 61.4 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 60.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia Rio5Rio5 LX | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Kia Rio5 | smart Fortwo |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rio5 LX $15,095 MSRP(Currently comparing) | electric drive pure $23,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Rio5 SX $16,395 MSRP | electric drive passion $25,290 MSRP |
| 3 | — | electric drive passion $28,100 MSRP |
| 4 | — | electric drive prime $26,640 MSRP |
| 5 | — | electric drive prime $29,100 MSRP |
Live inventory
Kia Rio5 vs smart Fortwo FAQ
- Which is better: 2011 Kia Rio5 or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Kia Rio5 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: 2011 Kia Rio5 or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Kia Rio5 starts lower at $15,095. Live smart Fortwo listings start at $5,797.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Kia Rio5 or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2011 Kia Rio5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (15,095).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Kia Rio5 or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2011 Kia Rio5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2011 Kia Rio5 or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2018 smart Fortwo leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (58).
- Which has better horsepower: 2011 Kia Rio5 or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2011 Kia Rio5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (110).
- Which has better seats: 2011 Kia Rio5 or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2011 Kia Rio5 leads on seats in this comparison (5).