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Fiat 500 Convertible vs Subaru Impreza comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 30,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or Subaru Impreza?

Fiat 500 Convertible vs Subaru Impreza: Key differences

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Subaru Impreza

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  • a bit more power
  • considerably more trunk space
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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 Impreza costs 30,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,603 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 500 Convertible uses 5.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Impreza

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 Subaru Impreza offers a bit 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 somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 1.6 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:

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

Seats: Subaru Impreza offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is noticeably lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,574 kg. The difference is around 424 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Impreza offers considerably more boot space – 315 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Impreza carries noticeably more – 526 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 201 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 500 Convertible 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.

from £19,700
500 Convertible

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manual
  • 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 Impreza

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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 Impreza

The Subaru Impreza feels like a trusty companion built for everyday adventures, shrugging off bad weather and awkward parking with quiet competence. It won't win any style contests, but its sensible cabin, grippy manners, and honest driving character make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over flash.

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Fiat 500 Convertible
Subaru Impreza

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 313 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
166 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Trunk capacity
183 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
501 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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
10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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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
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Subaru
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