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Fiat 500 Convertible vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or Subaru BRZ?

Fiat 500 Convertible vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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Subaru BRZ

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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:

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 Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,286 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 500 Convertible uses 5.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

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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 Subaru BRZ offers considerably more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 117 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru BRZ delivers slightly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is a bit lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,275 kg. The difference is around 125 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru BRZ offers noticeably more boot space – 237 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru BRZ carries somewhat more – 404 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru BRZ is narrowly ahead 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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BRZ

Subaru BRZ

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 235 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.8 L/100km
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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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption
Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 313 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
183 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
-
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Subaru
What drive types are available for the Fiat 500 Convertible?

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

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