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Fiat 500 vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Skoda Karoq?

Fiat 500 vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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 considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Skoda Karoq costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,948 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Karoq uses 4.9 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Karoq

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 Skoda Karoq offers clearly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 72 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Karoq is clearly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Karoq delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

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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: Skoda Karoq offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,380 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers clearly more boot space – 521 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 336 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq offers considerably more capacity – up to 1,630 L, about 1,190 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries clearly more – 549 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 224 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Karoq 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.

from £29,100
Karoq

Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
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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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Skoda Karoq

The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
3,631 mm
Length
4,390 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
1,532 mm
Height
1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 L
Max trunk capacity
1,630 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
155 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 210 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

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

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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