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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
17100 - 30800 £
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Price
38800 - 75300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 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
74 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
66 - 216 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
SUV
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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
1570 - 1810 kg
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
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Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
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Length
3631 - 3632 mm
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Length
4412 - 4443 mm
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Width
1683 - 1684 mm
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Width
1834 - 1849 mm
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Height
1527 - 1532 mm
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Height
1590 - 1616 mm
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Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
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Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Payload
480 - 500 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, Petrol
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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 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
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Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Torque
230 - 500 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 - 310 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, E, F, G
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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.