VS

Fiat 500 Convertible vs Hyundai Santa Fe comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 51,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or Hyundai Santa Fe?

Fiat 500 Convertible vs Hyundai Santa Fe: Key differences

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably lighter
details

Hyundai Santa Fe

4.7 (1 Reviews)
rate
  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
details

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,023 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Fiat 500 Convertible with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Fiat 500 Convertible offers considerably more range – reaching up to 313 km, about 259 km more than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Santa Fe

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 Hyundai Santa Fe offers substantially more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Santa Fe is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Santa Fe delivers significantly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 160 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: Hyundai Santa Fe offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is considerably lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 770 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers considerably more boot space – 704 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 521 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries clearly more – 665 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 340 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Santa Fe holds a narrow overall lead 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.

from £51,700
Santa Fe

Hyundai Santa Fe

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 239 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 54 km
Fiat 500 Convertible
Hyundai Santa Fe

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

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.

details

Hyundai Santa Fe

The Hyundai Santa Fe blends practical family friendliness with a hint of premium style, offering roomy, sensible packaging wrapped in modern, confident design. Inside it serves up comfortable seats, straightforward tech and a calm, composed ride that makes daily drives feel a little more grown up — a solid all‑rounder that doesn’t try to be flashy.

details
Fiat 500 Convertible
Hyundai Santa Fe

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
190 - 313 km
Electric Range
54 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
90 - 162 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
183 L
Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
560 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
239 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
176 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Hyundai
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.