Compare performance (118 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or NIO ET5?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Fiat 500 is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,580 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is considerably more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 5.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 259 km more than the Fiat 500.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the NIO ET5 offers clearly 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 ET5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: NIO ET5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,085 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 offers clearly more boot space – 386 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries visibly more – 475 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.
The NIO ET5 stands well ahead of its rival 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.
detailsNIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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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
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
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Electric Range
456 - 590 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
Hatchback
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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
386 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 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 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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