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Fiat 500 vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Ford Explorer EV?

Fiat 500 vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Ford Explorer EV

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,066 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is moderately more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 14.6 kWh/100km for the Ford Explorer EV. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 271 km more than the Fiat 500.

Explorer EV

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 Ford Explorer EV offers substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 222 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 459 Nm more.

500

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: Ford Explorer EV offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is considerably lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 866 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers significantly more boot space – 472 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 287 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries considerably more – 585 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV is clearly superior overall 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 £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 417 - 602 km
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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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Reviews Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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Reijo Muhonen
28 Feb 2026, 16:46:06

I've owned both cars, and I still end up with the Fiat 500 — it always puts me in a good mood. For longer trips I take the train.

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Ford Explorer EV

The Explorer EV brings the familiar presence and practicality of an Explorer into the electric age, offering roomy comfort and modern tech for everyday life and family trips. It feels composed on the road and serves as a straightforward, user-friendly alternative to conventional gas-powered SUVs.

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4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Rene
26 May 2026, 14:29:47

problemfri, feels like a real car

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Olle Westberg
22 Feb 2026, 20:59:34

600 km real-world range in summer; handles me — I'm just over 190 cm and 100 kg.

Better looking than the ID.4 and often available at a really good price.

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D.W.
29 Oct 2025, 18:09:06

I have owned and worked on Ford products for years and I am now driving an 07 Explorer 4.0 liter. 1 transmission and multiple soft parts and switches >300.000.
Klm. and still looks and runs great.
I am a Ford fan and will continue to be one, however the Rxplorer is looking dated. Come on you guys time for a Ford Home run. How about a totally resigned Ford Explorer. Hey how bout a diesel or a hybrid

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Fiat 500
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
531 - 585 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Ford
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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