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Fiat 500 vs MINI MINI comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 24,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or MINI MINI?

Fiat 500 vs MINI MINI: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • very slightly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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MINI MINI

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Fiat 500 is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the MINI MINI costs 24,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 500 uses 5.2 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the MINI MINI with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 13.8 kWh/100km for the MINI MINI. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI MINI offers moderately more range – reaching up to 391 km, about 60 km more than the Fiat 500.

MINI

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 MINI MINI offers significantly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI MINI is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI MINI delivers substantially more torque with 380 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

500

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: MINI MINI offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is moderately lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,335 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI MINI offers visibly more boot space – 275 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI MINI carries visibly more – 445 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI MINI is far ahead overall 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 £24,900
MINI

MINI MINI

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 258 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 293 - 391 km
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Reviews Fiat 500

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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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MINI MINI

The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
24,900 - 37,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
293 - 391 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Convertible, Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
345 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A, D
Brand
Fiat
Brand
MINI
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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