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Fiat 500 Convertible vs Vauxhall Frontera - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (118 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (19700 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or Vauxhall Frontera?

Fiat 500 Convertible

Vauxhall Frontera

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Frontera

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Fiat 500 Convertible has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19700 £ , while the Vauxhall Frontera costs 20700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1029 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5.20 L per 100 km – no difference here.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Fiat 500 Convertible: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 15.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Frontera performs noticeable better – achieving up to 408 km, about 95 km more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.

Frontera

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 Vauxhall Frontera has a to a small extent edge – offering 145 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 9 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Frontera performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 194 km/h, while the Fiat 500 Convertible tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 44 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Frontera pulls barely noticeable stronger with 230 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

Frontera

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: Vauxhall Frontera offers decisively more seating capacity – 7 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is evident lighter – 1150 kg compared to 1394 kg. The difference is around 244 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Frontera offers clearly more room – 460 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 275 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Frontera performs decisively better – up to 1600 L, which is about 1050 L more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera significantly takes the win – 570 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Frontera shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £20,700
Frontera

Vauxhall Frontera

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 5.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 - 18.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 305 - 408 km
Fiat 500 Convertible
Vauxhall Frontera

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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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Vauxhall Frontera

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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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Fiat 500 Convertible
Vauxhall Frontera

Costs and Consumption

Price
19700 - 32600 £
Price
20700 - 30000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Electric Range
190 - 313 km
Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
0 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1150 - 1480 kg
Curb weight
1394 - 1610 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
3632 mm
Length
4385 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1527 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
550 L
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
436 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Max Speed
135 - 150 km/h
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Vauxhall
Is the Fiat 500 Convertible offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 Convertible is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.