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Fiat 500 Convertible vs Renault Espace comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or Renault Espace?

Fiat 500 Convertible vs Renault Espace: Key differences

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter

Renault Espace

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  • significantly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

500 Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,837 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Espace uses 4.9 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Fiat 500 Convertible with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Espace

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 Renault Espace offers significantly more power – delivering 200 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Espace is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Espace is moderately faster – reaching 174 km/h, while the Fiat 500 Convertible tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Espace offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is considerably lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,673 kg. The difference is around 523 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers considerably more boot space – 692 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 507 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,224 L, about 1,674 L more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Espace carries substantially more – 581 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 256 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Espace 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.

from £37,500
Espace

Renault Espace

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 L/100km
Fiat 500 Convertible
Renault Espace

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Renault Espace

The Renault Espace is the sort of roomy, clever family cruiser that makes long journeys feel effortless, its interior prioritising comfort and practical thinking without drifting into blandness. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its composed ride, smart packaging and a whisper of French flair make it a sensible and subtly stylish choice for buyers who value space and versatility.

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Fiat 500 Convertible
Renault Espace

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 32,600 £
Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
190 - 313 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
3,632 mm
Length
4,746 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,527 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
550 L
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
404 - 581 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
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Max Speed
135 - 150 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Renault
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