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Fiat 500 Convertible vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (118 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (19700 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or VW Golf?
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Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Fiat 500 Convertible has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19700 £ , while the VW Golf costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5490 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Fiat 500 Convertible with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Fiat 500 Convertible performs significantly better – achieving up to 313 km, about 170 km more than the VW Golf.
Golf
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 VW Golf has a clearly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 215 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs clearly better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Fiat 500 Convertible tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 120 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls decisively stronger with 420 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
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Golf
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: VW Golf offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is to a small extent lighter – 1150 kg compared to 1307 kg. The difference is around 157 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Golf offers significantly more room – 381 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 196 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf performs convincingly better – up to 1237 L, which is about 687 L more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf noticeable takes the win – 508 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 183 kg.
Who wins the race?
The VW Golf proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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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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The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
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Fiat 500 Convertible
VW Golf
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
19700 - 32600 £
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
190 - 313 km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Convertible
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1150 - 1480 kg
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Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
3632 mm
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Width
1683 - 1684 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1527 mm
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
550 L
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
135 - 150 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
VW
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Is the Fiat 500 Convertible offered with different drivetrains?
The Fiat 500 Convertible is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.