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Fiat 500 vs Nissan Qashqai - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (118 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (17100 £ vs 29600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Nissan Qashqai?

Fiat 500

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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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £ , while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12471 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Qashqai manages with 4.50 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

Qashqai

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 Nissan Qashqai has a clearly edge – offering 205 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Qashqai pulls noticeable stronger with 330 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm difference.

500

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Nissan Qashqai offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1130 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers decisively more room – 504 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 319 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai performs clearly better – up to 1447 L, which is about 897 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Qashqai clearly perceptible takes the win – 520 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai is decisively ahead 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.

Fiat 500
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Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L

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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Nissan Qashqai

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The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Fiat 500
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

Price
17100 - 30800 £
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1130 - 1475 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Width
1835 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Height
1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Fiat 500 have?

The Fiat 500 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.