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Fiat 500 vs Suzuki Swift - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (118 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (17100 £ vs 17100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Suzuki Swift?

Fiat 500

Suzuki Swift

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat 500 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £ , while the Suzuki Swift costs 17100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Suzuki Swift manages with 4.40 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

Swift

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Fiat 500 has a noticeable edge – offering 118 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Suzuki Swift performs slight better – reaching 170 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Fiat 500 pulls significantly stronger with 220 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 108 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: Suzuki Swift offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Suzuki Swift is barely noticeable lighter – 1069 kg compared to 1130 kg. The difference is around 61 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Suzuki Swift offers distinct more room – 265 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Suzuki Swift performs significantly better – up to 980 L, which is about 430 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, Fiat 500 hardly perceptible takes the win – 325 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 500 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.

Fiat 500
Suzuki Swift

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Fiat 500

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 65 - 118 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 5.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 14.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 190 - 331 km

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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Suzuki Swift

The Suzuki Swift is a cheeky little hatch that turns city streets into its playground with lively handling and a grin-inducing drive. Practical enough for daily chores, thrifty to run and kinder on your wallet than many rivals, it's a sensible pick for buyers who want fun without drama.

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Fiat 500
Suzuki Swift

Costs and Consumption

Price
17100 - 30800 £
Price
17100 - 21200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 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
98 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
37 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
1069 - 1145 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Length
3860 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Height
1485 - 1510 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
980 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
282 - 296 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
112 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1197 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Suzuki
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.