Compare performance (118 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or Mercedes A Class?
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 considerably cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,863 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Fiat 500 Convertible with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Fiat 500 Convertible offers considerably more range – reaching up to 313 km, about 228 km more than the Mercedes A Class.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class offers significantly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 303 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers considerably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes A Class offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is noticeably lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,440 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class offers considerably more boot space – 350 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 167 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries markedly more – 485 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.
The Mercedes A Class 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 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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The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 313 km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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co2
53 - 205 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
Convertible
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
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Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Trunk capacity
183 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 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
250 - 325 kg
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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