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Fiat 500 vs Nissan Qashqai – Which car suits you better?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Fiat 500 or Nissan Qashqai?

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 18800 £, while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29600 £. That’s a price difference of around 10757 £.

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 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

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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.

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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 – 1141 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 279 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 comes out on top?

Overall, the Nissan Qashqai shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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
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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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Nissan Qashqai

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
18800 - 30800 £
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.30 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1141 - 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
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

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What drivetrain options does the Fiat 500 have?

The Fiat 500 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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