Compare performance (118 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or Nissan Leaf?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 Nissan Leaf costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,109 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 Convertible is barely more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 13.7 kWh/100km for the Nissan Leaf. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers significantly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 311 km more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.
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 Nissan Leaf offers considerably more power – delivering 217 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Leaf delivers visibly more torque with 355 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Nissan Leaf offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is clearly lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 714 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Nissan Leaf offers significantly more boot space – 437 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 254 L.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Leaf carries markedly more – 444 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.
The Nissan Leaf 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.
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 Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.
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Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
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Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 313 km
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Electric Range
436 - 624 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
0 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
1,864 - 1,956 kg
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Trunk capacity
183 L
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Trunk capacity
437 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
1,810 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
441 - 444 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Power HP
176 - 217 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 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
345 - 355 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Nissan
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