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Fiat 500 vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (118 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (18800 £ vs 30800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

Fiat 500

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

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 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18800 £, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe costs 30800 £. That’s a price difference of around 12000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Fiat 500 manages with 5.30 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.20 L. The difference is about 0.90 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 MX-5 Coupe has a somewhat edge – offering 132 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 8.60 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 203 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Fiat 500 pulls distinct stronger with 220 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 68 Nm difference.

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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: Fiat 500 offers decisively more seating capacity – 4 vs 2.

In curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is hardly perceptible lighter – 1116 kg compared to 1141 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Fiat 500 offers distinct more room – 185 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.

When it comes to payload, Fiat 500 convincingly takes the win – 325 kg compared to 164 kg. That’s a difference of about 161 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Fiat 500 shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £18,800
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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 : 5.30 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 14.7 kWh
  • 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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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

The Mazda MX-5 is a delightfully pure driver's car, wrapped in a compact package and tuned to make steering inputs feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It won’t overwhelm you with gadgetry, but what it delivers—nimble handling, instant feedback and an honest grin every time you drive—makes it a brilliant choice for anyone who values fun over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
18800 - 30800 £
Price
30800 - 36200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.30 L
Consumption L/100km
6.20 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
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
3 - 4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1141 - 1475 kg
Curb weight
1116 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Length
3915 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Height
1230 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
164 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.60 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
203 km/h
Torque
220 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
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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