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Fiat 500 vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Hyundai Kona?

Fiat 500 vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • clearly lighter

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space

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

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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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Hyundai Kona costs 23,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,923 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

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

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more range – reaching up to 514 km, about 183 km more than the Fiat 500.

Kona

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 Hyundai Kona offers significantly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Hyundai Kona is marginally faster – reaching 172 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Kona delivers moderately more torque with 265 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm more.

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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: Hyundai Kona offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,370 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers considerably more boot space – 466 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 281 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona offers significantly more capacity – up to 1,300 L, about 750 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries visibly more – 490 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona is decisively ahead 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 £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 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

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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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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 30,800 £
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
3,631 - 3,632 mm
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,527 - 1,532 mm
Height
1,580 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Hyundai
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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