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Fiat 500 Convertible vs Subaru Forester comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 34,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or Subaru Forester?

Fiat 500 Convertible vs Subaru Forester: Key differences

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter

Subaru Forester

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  • somewhat more power
  • 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Fiat 500 Convertible is significantly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 34,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 500 Convertible uses 5.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

Forester

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 Forester offers somewhat more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat 500 Convertible is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Fiat 500 Convertible delivers somewhat more torque with 220 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 38 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: Subaru Forester offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is clearly lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,693 kg. The difference is around 543 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Forester offers considerably more boot space – 508 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 323 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Forester carries markedly more – 492 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 167 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 500 Convertible is decisively 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.

from £19,700
500 Convertible

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 65 - 118 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 14.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 190 - 313 km
Fiat 500 Convertible
Subaru Forester

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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 Forester

The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Fiat 500 Convertible
Subaru Forester

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 32,600 £
Price
34,700 - 42,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 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
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
3,632 mm
Length
-
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,527 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
550 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Max Speed
135 - 150 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Subaru
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