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Fiat 500 vs Ford Kuga - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (118 HP vs 243 HP), boot space and price (17100 £ vs 34200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Ford Kuga?

Fiat 500

Ford Kuga

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Fiat 500 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £, while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 17108 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Fiat 500 performs significantly better – achieving up to 331 km, about 263 km more than the Ford Kuga.

Kuga

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Kuga has a decisively edge – offering 243 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 125 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Kuga pulls barely noticeable stronger with 240 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Ford Kuga offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat 500 is evident lighter – 1130 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 396 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Kuga offers significantly more room – 412 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 227 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs clearly better – up to 1534 L, which is about 984 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga decisively takes the win – 550 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Kuga proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Kuga is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,200
Kuga

Ford Kuga

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 243 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 6.8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 km
Fiat 500
Ford Kuga

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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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Ford Kuga

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The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.

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Fiat 500
Ford Kuga

Costs and Consumption

Price
17100 - 30800 £
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
68 km
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
55 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1130 - 1475 kg
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
412 L
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Width
1882 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
541 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the Fiat 500 have?

The Fiat 500 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.