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, 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. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are new platforms.
| 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. A single-car garage in the US is typically 20 feet deep; a street parking space is about 18. 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. Lighter than typical for its size generally means better fuel economy and shorter stopping distances.
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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.
One row per generation, not per model year: manufacturers rarely change the body between facelifts, and a table of forty near-identical rows helps nobody. Where a generation offered several body styles, the figures are the base measurements for that generation.
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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.