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Fiat 500 vs Mercedes GLA - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (118 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (17100 £ vs 38800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Mercedes GLA?

Fiat 500

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Fiat 500 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £ , while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21702 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLA manages with 2.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Fiat 500 performs significantly better – achieving up to 331 km, about 257 km more than the Mercedes GLA.

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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 Mercedes GLA has a clearly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 303 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 4.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs clearly better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 115 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLA pulls convincingly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 280 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: Mercedes GLA offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1130 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLA offers significantly more room – 435 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLA performs clearly better – up to 1430 L, which is about 880 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLA evident takes the win – 500 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLA proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLA is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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GLA

Mercedes GLA

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.9 - 9.5 L
  • Electric Range : 74 km
Fiat 500
Mercedes GLA

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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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Mercedes GLA

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The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.

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Fiat 500
Mercedes GLA

Costs and Consumption

Price
17100 - 30800 £
Price
38800 - 75300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
74 km
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1130 - 1475 kg
Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Fiat 500 have?

The Fiat 500 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.