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Fiat 500 Convertible vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or Lexus ES?

Fiat 500 Convertible vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Lexus ES

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  • substantially more power
  • barely more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Fiat 500 Convertible is significantly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,880 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Fiat 500 Convertible with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

ES

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus ES offers substantially more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus ES is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

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: Lexus ES offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is substantially lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 530 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers considerably more boot space – 454 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 271 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus ES carries markedly more – 470 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus ES holds a slight edge 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 £46,600
ES

Lexus ES

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fiat 500 Convertible
Lexus ES

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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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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Fiat 500 Convertible
Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 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
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
183 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
-
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Lexus
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