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Fiat 500 vs smart #5 comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or smart #5?

Fiat 500 vs smart #5: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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smart #5

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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

500

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 smart #5 costs 39,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,208 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 18.4 kWh/100km for the smart #5. That’s a difference of about 5.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the smart #5 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 259 km more than the Fiat 500.

#5

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 smart #5 offers clearly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 528 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers clearly more torque with 710 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm more.

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: smart #5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is significantly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 1,070 kg.

Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers considerably more boot space – 630 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 445 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #5 carries markedly more – 502 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 177 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #5 is clearly superior overall 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 £39,300
#5

smart #5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 465 - 590 km
Fiat 500
smart #5

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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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smart #5

The Smart #5 continues to build on the brand's legacy of compact and efficient urban vehicles, now infused with a more modern and stylish design. Its sleek appearance is complemented by a spacious interior, offering comfort without compromising its compact nature. This model is ideal for city dwellers seeking a blend of innovation, practicality, and style in their daily drives.

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Fiat 500
smart #5

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
465 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
630 L
Length
-
Length
4,695 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
475 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
340 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
373 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
250 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
smart
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