The current Smart Fortwo is 106.3″ long, 61.4″ wide, on a 73.6″ wheelbase, weighing 1,830 lb. Since 2005 it has grown 8% in length and gained 13% in weight. At 8.9 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Smart Fortwo generation, measured
One row per generation. Watch the weight column — that is where most of the change happens for the Smart Fortwo, 209 lb of it since 2005, and it is the number that decides fuel use, tyre wear and how far the car takes to stop.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2007 | 98.4″ | 60.2″ | 61″ | 71.3″ | 1,620 lb |
| 2008–2019 | 106.3″ | 61.4″ | 60.6″ | 73.6″ | 1,830 lb |
From 2005 to today the Fortwo gained 7.9″ of length (8%) and 209 lb of weight (13%). A modern compact often outweighs the mid-size car of a generation before.
Fortwo year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 15 years on record for the Smart Fortwo. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are the 2 new platforms below.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 106.3″ | 65.4″ | 73.6″ | 1 | |
| 2018 | 106.3″ | 65.4″ | 73.6″ | 1 | |
| 2017 | 106.3″ | 65.4″ | 73.6″ | 1 | |
| 2016 | 106.3″ | 65.4″ | 73.6″ | 1 | |
| 2015 | 106.3″ | 61.4″ | 73.6″ | 3 | |
| 2014 | 106.3″ | 61.4″ | 73.6″ | 3 | |
| 2013 | 106.3″ | 61.4″ | 73.6″ | 2 | |
| 2012 | 106.3″ | 61.4″ | 73.6″ | 2 | |
| 2011 | 106.3″ | 61.4″ | 73.6″ | 2 | |
| 2010 | 106.3″ | 61.4″ | 73.6″ | 2 | |
| 2009 | 106.3″ | 61.4″ | 73.6″ | 2 | |
| 2008 | 106.3″ | 61.4″ | 73.6″ | 2 | |
| 2007 | 98.4″ | 60.2″ | 71.3″ | 2 | |
| 2006 | 98.4″ | 60.2″ | 71.3″ | 2 | |
| 2005 | 98.4″ | 60.2″ | 71.3″ | 2 |
Will a Fortwo fit
The practical question behind every dimensions search, and for a 8.9-foot Smart Fortwo it has a straight answer. A single-car garage in the US is typically 20 feet deep and a street parking space about 18, so the Fortwo clears the garage by 10.1 ft. We allow a foot of clearance in both — nobody parks to the millimetre.
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 8.9 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 8.9 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.1 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Compared with 2 vehicles within ten inches of the same length — a fair proxy for «cars of this size», regardless of what the marketing calls them.
| Measure | This car | Typical car of this length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 61.4″ | 61″ | +0.4″ |
| Wheelbase | 73.6″ | 72.4″ | +1.2″ |
| Curb weight | 1,830 lb | 1,726 lb | 104 lb |
A longer wheelbase for the same overall length means shorter overhangs — usually more cabin space and a steadier ride. At 1,830 lb the Smart Fortwo is 104 lb heavier than typical for its size, which generally shows up as fuel economy and stopping distance.
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How we measure
Dimensions come from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records — manufacturer-declared figures, held in metric and converted to inches and pounds for display, 15 measured model years for the Smart Fortwo between 2005 and 2019.
One row per generation, not per model year: manufacturers rarely change the body between facelifts, and the Smart Fortwo fits into 2 rows instead of 15. Where a generation offered several body styles, the figures are the base measurements for that generation of the Smart Fortwo.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a Smart Fortwo?
106.3″ (8′ 10″) in its current generation, 61.4″ wide and 60.6″ tall.
How much does a Smart Fortwo weigh?
1,830 lb at the kerb, which is 13% more than the first generation we hold from 2005.
Will a Fortwo fit in a garage?
At 8.9 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet is comfortable.
Has the Fortwo got bigger over the years?
Yes — 7.9″ longer and 209 lb heavier since 2005, across 2 generations. Weight grew 13%, far faster than length.
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