Compare performance (118 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (17100 £ vs 33100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Mercedes B Class?
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 17100 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15995 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Fiat 500 performs significantly better – achieving up to 331 km, about 248 km more than the Mercedes B Class.
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 Mercedes B Class has a clearly edge – offering 238 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls significantly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes B Class offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Fiat 500 is distinct lighter – 1130 kg compared to 1405 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers significantly more room – 455 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class performs clearly better – up to 1540 L, which is about 990 L more than the Fiat 500.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class clearly takes the win – 550 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes B Class 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
17100 - 30800 £
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
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Electric Range
83 km
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Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
3 - 4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1130 - 1475 kg
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Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Length
3631 - 3632 mm
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Length
4419 mm
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Width
1683 - 1684 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1527 - 1532 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Fiat 500 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.