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Fiat 500 vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Toyota Corolla?

Fiat 500 vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Toyota Corolla

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • slightly 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

500

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Fiat 500 is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,443 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Corolla

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 Toyota Corolla offers markedly more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

500

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: Toyota Corolla offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers clearly more boot space – 361 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 176 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla carries markedly more – 450 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla is far ahead 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 £28,600
Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 L/100km
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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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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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trag
1 Jun 2026, 15:20:49

Excellent car, very good suspension comfort, winter consumption 4.2, summer 3.7, 40,000 km, no problems

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 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
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
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Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
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Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

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

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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