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Audi Q3 vs Fiat 500 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (272 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (38200 £ vs 17100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q3 or Fiat 500?

Audi Q3

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Fiat 500

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Fiat 500 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £ , while the Audi Q3 costs 38200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21094 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q3 manages with 1.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Fiat 500 performs decisively better – achieving up to 331 km, about 212 km more than the Audi Q3.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q3 has a clearly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q3 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q3 performs evident better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q3 pulls clearly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.

Q3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Audi Q3 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly lighter – 1130 kg compared to 1635 kg. The difference is around 505 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q3 offers decisively more room – 488 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 303 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q3 performs clearly better – up to 1386 L, which is about 836 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q3 clearly perceptible takes the win – 535 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q3 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £38,200
Q3

Audi Q3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 8.6 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 119 km
Audi Q3
Fiat 500

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Audi Q3

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The Audi Q3 feels like a grown-up compact SUV with premium polish and city-friendly agility, the sort of car that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally satisfying. Inside, you get quality materials and smart packaging that keep things practical without skimping on style, so it’s an easy pick for buyers who want luxury without the drama.

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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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Audi Q3
Fiat 500

Costs and Consumption

Price
38200 - 52900 £
Price
17100 - 30800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
co2
39 - 195 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 4
Curb weight
1635 - 1900 kg
Curb weight
1130 - 1475 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Length
4531 mm
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Height
1559 - 1601 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Max trunk capacity
1196 - 1386 L
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Payload
505 - 535 kg
Payload
250 - 325 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
208 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Fiat
Is the Audi Q3 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi Q3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.