Compare performance (118 HP vs 326 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 VW ID.3?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Fiat 500 is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the VW ID.3 costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,434 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is a bit more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 14.5 kWh/100km for the VW ID.3. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VW ID.3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 274 km more than the Fiat 500.
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 VW ID.3 offers considerably more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 208 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW ID.3 is clearly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.3 delivers significantly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 325 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: VW ID.3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,787 kg. The difference is around 657 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW ID.3 offers considerably more boot space – 385 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW ID.3 offers significantly more capacity – up to 1,267 L, about 717 L more than the Fiat 500.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries visibly more – 473 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 148 kg.
The VW ID.3 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.
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.
detailsThe VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
17,100 - 30,800 £
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Price
28,600 - 49,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
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Electric Range
383 - 605 km
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Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
3 - 4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
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Curb weight
1,787 - 1,993 kg
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Length
3,631 - 3,632 mm
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Length
4,264 mm
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
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Width
1,809 mm
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Height
1,527 - 1,532 mm
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Height
1,564 mm
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Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Payload
437 - 473 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Power HP
170 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
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Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Torque
310 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
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Power kW
125 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
VW
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