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Fiat 500 Convertible vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or Ford Focus?

Fiat 500 Convertible vs Ford Focus: Key differences

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • visibly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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Ford Focus

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  • significantly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

500 Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Fiat 500 Convertible is visibly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Ford Focus costs 27,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,809 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Fiat 500 Convertible with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Focus

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 Ford Focus offers significantly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 162 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Focus delivers considerably more torque with 420 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Ford Focus offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is slightly lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,330 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus offers substantially more boot space – 392 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 209 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries substantially more – 560 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Focus is far ahead overall 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.

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Ford Focus

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 8 L/100km
Fiat 500 Convertible
Ford Focus

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Fiat 500 Convertible

The Fiat 500 Convertible is a cheeky, retro-styled roof-down city car that turns heads and makes short trips feel like mini vacations. It’s more about charm and personality than practicality, ideal for style-conscious buyers who prefer fun and flair over brute practicality.

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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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Fiat 500 Convertible
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 313 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
183 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
-
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
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Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Ford
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