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smart Fortwo vs Toyota Matrix

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

Vehicles

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2018 smart Fortwo

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2013 Toyota Matrix

Overview

Specsmart Fortwoelectric drive pureToyota MatrixL
Selected trimelectric drive pureL
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricregular unleaded
Transmission1-speed direct drive5-speed manual
Engine typeelectricgas
Model year20182013

Pricing & market

Specsmart Fortwoelectric drive pureToyota MatrixL
MSRP$23,800$19,275 (best)
Lowest listing price$5,797 (best)$9,990
Median listing price$6,953 (best)$9,990
Highest listing price$8,109 (best)$9,990
For sale now2 (best)1

Fuel economy & range

Specsmart Fortwoelectric drive pureToyota MatrixL
Combined MPG29 MPG (best)
City MPG26 MPG (best)
Highway MPG32 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

Specsmart Fortwoelectric drive pureToyota MatrixL
Horsepower80 hp132 hp (best)
Torque118 lb-ft128 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.8 L (best)
CylindersI4

Size & capability

Specsmart Fortwoelectric drive pureToyota MatrixL
Seating2 seats5 seats (best)
Doors35 (best)
Cargo volume7.8 cu ft49.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,844 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.8 in (best)
Wheelbase73.5 in102.4 in (best)
Length106.1 in171.9 in (best)
Width61.4 in69.5 in (best)
Height60.7 in61 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Specsmart Fortwoelectric drive pureToyota MatrixL
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

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.

Trimsmart FortwoToyota Matrix
1

electric drive pure

$23,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

L

$19,275 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

electric drive passion

$25,290 MSRP

L

$20,115 MSRP

3

electric drive passion

$28,100 MSRP

S

$20,265 MSRP

4

electric drive prime

$26,640 MSRP

S

$21,455 MSRP

5

electric drive prime

$29,100 MSRP

S

$22,415 MSRP

Live inventory

smart Fortwo vs Toyota Matrix FAQ

Which is better: 2018 smart Fortwo or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 smart Fortwo vs 2013 Toyota Matrix on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2018 smart Fortwo or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2013 Toyota Matrix starts lower at $19,275. Live smart Fortwo listings start at $5,797. Live Toyota Matrix listings start at $9,990.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 smart Fortwo or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
The 2013 Toyota Matrix leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (19,275).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 smart Fortwo or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
The 2013 Toyota Matrix leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2018 smart Fortwo or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
The 2018 smart Fortwo leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (58).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 smart Fortwo or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
The 2013 Toyota Matrix leads on horsepower in this comparison (158).
Which has better seats: 2018 smart Fortwo or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
The 2013 Toyota Matrix leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2018 smart Fortwo or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
The 2013 Toyota Matrix leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).