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smart fortwo vs. Toyota Prius Reliability by Model Generation
Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year and Model | % of Average Repair Frequency | |
 2016 - 2018 Toyota Prius |
Best
34%
Worst
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 2012 - 2015 Toyota Prius |
Best
33%
Worst
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 2008 - 2015 smart fortwo |
Best
80%
Worst
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 2010 - 2011 Toyota Prius |
Best
59%
Worst
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 2008 - 2009 Toyota Prius |
Best
81%
Worst
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| 2004 - 2007 Toyota Prius |
Best
94%
Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the smart fortwo
| smart fortwo Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD |
Five-star safety rating in the U.S. The durability in Europe has been exceptional. Although this is the first year in the United States (2008 model), it has a high reliability rating in Europe. full 2008 smart fortwo review |
| smart fortwo Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD |
4 major breakdowns within 15 months of ownership full 2008 smart fortwo review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD |
bad warranty full 2008 smart fortwo review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the smart fortwo
| smart fortwo Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD |
Five-star safety rating in the U.S. The durability in Europe has been exceptional. Although this is the first year in the United States (2008 model), it has a high reliability rating in Europe. full 2008 smart fortwo review |
| smart fortwo Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD |
4 major breakdowns within 15 months of ownership full 2008 smart fortwo review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD |
bad warranty full 2008 smart fortwo review |
