Compare performance (727 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Touring or Fiat 500?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Fiat 500 is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,008 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Touring uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Fiat 500 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 331 km, about 233 km more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.
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 BMW 5 Series Touring offers substantially more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 609 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Touring delivers considerably more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 780 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BMW 5 Series Touring offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is considerably lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,850 kg. The difference is around 720 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers considerably more boot space – 570 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 385 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Touring carries considerably more – 620 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 295 kg.
The BMW 5 Series Touring is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
53,100 - 126,200 £
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Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
65 - 98 km
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 157 g/km
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,850 - 2,550 kg
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Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
500 - 620 kg
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Fiat
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