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Fiat 500 vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Volvo XC40?

Fiat 500 vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Volvo XC40

4.9 (8 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Fiat 500 is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,771 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 500 uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

XC40

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 Volvo XC40 offers substantially more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 79 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC40 delivers visibly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

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: Volvo XC40 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is significantly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 558 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries clearly more – 532 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 207 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 500 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £17,100
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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/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 190 - 331 km
Fiat 500
Volvo XC40

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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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Volvo XC40

The Volvo XC40 blends Scandinavian design with practical versatility, offering a compact luxury crossover that feels composed and easy to live with. It’s refined and focused on safety with a high-quality interior, making it a smart choice for daily city driving and weekend escapes.

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Fiat 500
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Volvo
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