Compare performance (118 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or NIO EL6?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Fiat 500 is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,723 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is significantly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 7.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 198 km more than the Fiat 500.
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 NIO EL6 offers substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 372 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: NIO EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is considerably lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,085 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers clearly more boot space – 597 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 412 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries noticeably more – 475 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.
The NIO EL6 holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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 NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,854 mm
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
NIO
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