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Fiat 500 Convertible vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or NIO ET5?

Fiat 500 Convertible vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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NIO ET5

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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,009 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 Convertible is significantly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 5.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 277 km more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.

ET5

Engine and Performance:

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 NIO ET5 offers substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 372 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: NIO ET5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is clearly lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,065 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 offers considerably more boot space – 386 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 203 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries noticeably more – 475 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 stands well ahead of its rival 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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ET5

NIO ET5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 456 - 590 km
Fiat 500 Convertible
NIO ET5

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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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NIO ET5

NIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.

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Fiat 500 Convertible
NIO ET5

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 313 km
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
183 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
NIO
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