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Fiat 500 Convertible vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or smart #3?

Fiat 500 Convertible vs smart #3: Key differences

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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smart #3

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  • significantly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

500 Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat 500 Convertible is considerably cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,286 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 Convertible is markedly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the smart #3. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 142 km more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the smart #3 offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #3 delivers substantially more torque with 384 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 164 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: smart #3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is considerably lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 660 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #3 offers clearly more boot space – 370 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 187 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #3 carries clearly more – 450 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 holds a decisive overall lead 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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smart #3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 455 km
Fiat 500 Convertible
smart #3

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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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smart #3

The Smart #3 turns the brand's cheeky city-car attitude into a grown-up compact SUV, pairing sleek styling with a surprisingly roomy, well-made interior. It's a brilliant pick for buyers who want electric ease without dullness — practical enough for daily life, but still lively enough to make parking and grocery runs feel a little fun.

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Fiat 500 Convertible
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
Price
42,000 £
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
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 313 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
183 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
450 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
smart
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