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Fiat 500 vs Renault Clio - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (118 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (17100 £ vs 16600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Renault Clio?

Fiat 500

Renault Clio

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

500

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Clio has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £ , while the Fiat 500 costs 17100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 549 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Clio manages with 4.10 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

Clio

Engine and Performance:

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 Renault Clio has a distinct edge – offering 158 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Clio is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Clio performs slightly better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Fiat 500 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 220 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.

500

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Renault Clio offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Renault Clio is hardly perceptible lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1130 kg. The difference is around 6 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Clio offers decisively more room – 391 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 206 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Clio performs significantly better – up to 1176 L, which is about 626 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, Renault Clio evident takes the win – 463 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 138 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Clio 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
Renault Clio

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from about £16,600
Clio

Renault Clio

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 67 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.1 - 5.3 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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Renault Clio

The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.

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Fiat 500
Renault Clio

Costs and Consumption

Price
17100 - 30800 £
Price
16600 - 23700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 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
0.60 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
92 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1130 - 1475 kg
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
398 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Renault
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.