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Fiat 500 vs Mazda CX-80 comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 49,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Mazda CX-80?

Fiat 500 vs Mazda CX-80: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Mazda CX-80

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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:

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,194 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-80 uses 4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Fiat 500 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 331 km, about 271 km more than the Mazda CX-80.

CX-80

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 Mazda CX-80 offers substantially more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 209 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-80 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 delivers considerably more torque with 550 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.

500

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-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 1,001 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-80 offers noticeably more boot space – 258 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 73 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries significantly more – 650 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 325 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-80 is slightly 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 £49,300
CX-80

Mazda CX-80

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 254 - 327 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 60 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

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-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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4 (2 Reviews)
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Lrs
3 May 2026, 21:06:02

Good chunk of steel on steroids

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Mazda CX-80

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
60 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
91 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
258 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
649 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
254 - 327 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, 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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