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Fiat 500 vs Honda HR-V comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 29,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Honda HR-V?

Fiat 500 vs Honda HR-V: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter

Honda HR-V

4.2 (13 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • substantially more trunk space
Overall, owners tend to find the Honda HR‑V a practical, reliable and economical compact SUV that’s easy to live with in town and for family duties, offering predictable handling and a comfortable ride. Common positives include good fuel economy, roomy/intuive packaging and reassuring manners; common negatives some owners mention are noticeable noise under brisk acceleration or low‑speed maneuvers and a tendency to feel underpowered on sustained highway runs. So while feedback is broadly favorable for city and everyday use, opinions are more mixed on long‑distance refinement — worth a motorway run during your test drive if that’s your regular terrain.

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Honda HR-V costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,608 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 500 uses 5.2 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

HR-V

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 Honda HR-V offers marginally more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat 500 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Honda HR-V takes 10.6 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Honda HR-V delivers moderately more torque with 253 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 33 Nm more.

500

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Honda HR-V offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is noticeably lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,452 kg. The difference is around 322 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Honda HR-V offers substantially more boot space – 319 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 134 L.

When it comes to payload, the Honda HR-V carries markedly more – 418 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 500 holds a solid 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.

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Fiat 500

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 65 - 118 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 190 - 331 km
Fiat 500
Honda HR-V

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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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Honda HR-V

The Honda HR-V is the sensible compact crossover that blends roomy practicality with a composed, friendly drive, making it an easy pick for buyers who want everyday usability without fuss. It won’t thrill hardcore enthusiasts, but its clever packaging, comfortable cabin and low-key styling make life simpler — and that’s exactly the point.

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Fiat 500
Honda HR-V

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 30,800 £
Price
29,700 - 35,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,452 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
319 L
Length
3,631 - 3,632 mm
Length
-
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
-
Height
1,527 - 1,532 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
418 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Honda
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