smart Fortwo vs Volkswagen Golf
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2021 Volkswagen Golf
Overview
| Spec | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure | Volkswagen GolfTSI |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | electric drive pure | TSI |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | electric | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2021 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure | Volkswagen GolfTSI |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $23,800 | $23,195 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure | Volkswagen GolfTSI |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 33 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 29 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 39 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 | — | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure | Volkswagen GolfTSI |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 80 hp | 147 hp (best) |
| Torque | 118 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 1.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure | Volkswagen GolfTSI |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 3 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 7.8 cu ft | 25 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 915 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 2,945 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 73.5 in | 103.6 in (best) |
| Length | 106.1 in | 167.6 in (best) |
| Width | 61.4 in | 70.8 in (best) |
| Height | 60.7 in (best) | 58.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure | Volkswagen GolfTSI |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 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.
| Trim | smart Fortwo | Volkswagen Golf |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | electric drive pure $23,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | TSI $23,195 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | electric drive passion $25,290 MSRP | TSI $23,995 MSRP |
| 3 | electric drive passion $28,100 MSRP | — |
| 4 | electric drive prime $26,640 MSRP | — |
| 5 | electric drive prime $29,100 MSRP | — |