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Fiat 500 vs Hyundai Nexo comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Hyundai Nexo?

Fiat 500 vs Hyundai Nexo: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Hyundai Nexo

  • considerably more power
  • somewhat 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

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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,780 £.

Nexo

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 Hyundai Nexo offers considerably more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Nexo delivers noticeably more torque with 350 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

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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: Hyundai Nexo offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is considerably lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 825 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers significantly more boot space – 510 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 325 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Nexo carries markedly more – 485 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 500 stands well ahead of its rival 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
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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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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 Nexo

Hyundai Nexo looks like a quietly futuristic family car, gliding along with whisper-quiet refinement and a cabin that keeps long commutes pleasant. As a hydrogen-powered cruiser it delivers genuinely clean driving and a practical, slightly exotic alternative for buyers who want something clever without the fuss.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
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
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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