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Fiat 500 vs Mazda 3 Hatchback – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18800 £, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 5700 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Fiat 500 manages with 5.30 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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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 Mazda 3 Hatchback has a evident edge – offering 186 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 3 Hatchback performs evident better – reaching 216 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 61 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda 3 Hatchback pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 240 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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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: Mazda 3 Hatchback offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat 500 is evident lighter – 1141 kg compared to 1419 kg. The difference is around 278 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda 3 Hatchback offers convincingly more room – 351 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 166 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda 3 Hatchback performs decisively better – up to 1026 L, which is about 476 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 3 Hatchback clearly perceptible takes the win – 485 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda 3 Hatchback is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,500
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Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 6.5 L
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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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Mazda 3 Hatchback

The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
18800 - 30800 £
Price
24500 - 35500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.30 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
126 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1141 - 1475 kg
Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Length
4460 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
1022 - 1026 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
470 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
199 - 216 km/h
Torque
220 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mazda

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What drivetrain options does the Fiat 500 have?

The Fiat 500 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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