Quick answer
For the same model year, dealers ask 29 points more than private sellers.
Smart Fortwo price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Spread | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | — | 6 | |
| 2015 | — | 6 | |
| 2014 | — | 10 | |
| 2013 | — | 6 | |
| 2008 | — | 8 |
ROWS 5·SOURCE Live classified listings
Dealer or private seller
On the Smart Fortwo the dealer markup works out at 28% over a private sale of the same year.
| Seller | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dealer | 52 | +13.1% | $6,964 |
| Private seller | 47 | -15.4% | $5,372 |
ROWS 2·SOURCE Live listings, normalized per model year
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Smart Fortwo cost?
The median asking price is $5,800 across 114 live listings. A 2008 asks about $5,995 and a 2016 about $8,300. The most listed year is 2014, at $6,900. To price one car by its year and mileage, use the Smart Fortwo valuation tool.
Is it cheaper to buy a Fortwo from a private seller?
Yes. Against the median for the same model year, dealers ask 13.1% above and private sellers 15.4% below, a gap of about $1,967 on a 2014 at $6,900.
Asking prices from live classified listings, normalized against the median for each model year. Slices below a minimum listing count are omitted. Asking prices exceed transaction prices (how we count). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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