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Fiat 500 vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or NIO EL7?

Fiat 500 vs NIO EL7: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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NIO EL7

  • clearly more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,208 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 9.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO EL7 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 501 km, about 170 km more than the Fiat 500.

EL7

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 535 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 630 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: NIO EL7 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is significantly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 1,291 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers considerably more boot space – 570 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 385 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL7 carries visibly more – 469 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 144 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 is clearly superior 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 £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 km
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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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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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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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NIO EL7

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
-
Length
4,912 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
449 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
NIO
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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