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Fiat 500 vs Mazda CX-30 comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 25,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Mazda CX-30?

Fiat 500 vs Mazda CX-30: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Mazda CX-30

4.5 (9 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • only slightly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Fiat 500 is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mazda CX-30 costs 25,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 500 uses 5.2 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

CX-30

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 Mazda CX-30 offers markedly more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-30 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-30 delivers marginally more torque with 240 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 20 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: Mazda CX-30 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is markedly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,455 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers significantly more boot space – 430 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-30 carries visibly more – 496 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 171 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-30 holds a decisive 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.

from £25,700
CX-30

Mazda CX-30

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.7 - 6.6 L/100km
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Reviews Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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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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Mazda CX-30

The Mazda CX-30 blends Mazda’s upscale styling with a compact crossover body, offering a refined interior and engaging driving dynamics. It’s a practical choice for buyers who want a premium feel and agile handling in a city-friendly package.

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Jarek
4 Jun 2026, 09:16:53

The pleasure of driving and everything we call premium sensations.

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Danny
31 May 2026, 17:14:00

Nice luxury car, although I'm not sure I find the oversized rims that attractive. On the other hand, I like the Mazda 3 better.

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Paul
27 May 2026, 05:17:55

Better soundproofed, more powerful, and feels more like a continuation of my hands and feet when driving — in other words, you feel like a single unit during the driving experience — but cramped for me at 6 ft 1 in to get in and out…

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Michele
8 May 2026, 17:46:44

Quiet; well finished, predominantly analog dashboard; excellent value for money

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Rafa
25 Apr 2026, 12:50:49

I wouldn't pay more than 40,000 for a 1.5 L engine — that's excessive.

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Mazda CX-30

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
25,700 - 37,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L/100km
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
129 - 148 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
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,455 - 1,587 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,795 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
458 - 496 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
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
92 - 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
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mazda
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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