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Fiat 500 Convertible vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or Tesla Model 3?

Fiat 500 Convertible vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Tesla Model 3

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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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 significantly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,000 £.

When it comes to electricity consumption, both models perform equally – each averaging 13 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 437 km more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.

Model 3

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 Tesla Model 3 offers considerably more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 342 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers clearly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Tesla Model 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is substantially lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 672 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers considerably more boot space – 594 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 411 L.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model 3 carries marginally more – 333 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 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.

from £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 750 km
Fiat 500 Convertible
Tesla Model 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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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 is a compact electric sedan that pairs brisk, responsive driving with a sleek, minimalist cabin and intuitive, software-led features. It makes a practical, modern choice for daily commutes and long-term ownership while emphasizing simplicity and advanced driver assistance.

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Fiat 500 Convertible
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
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
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 313 km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
183 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
302 - 333 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 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
Tesla
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