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Fiat 500 vs VW ID.7 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (118 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (18800 £ vs 46400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or VW ID.7?

Fiat 500

VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18800 £, while the VW ID.7 costs 46400 £. That’s a price difference of around 27527 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Fiat 500: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the VW ID.7 with 13.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.60 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.7 performs decisively better – achieving up to 708 km, about 377 km more than the Fiat 500.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID.7 has a clearly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 222 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.7 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW ID.7 performs somewhat better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.7 pulls significantly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 459 Nm difference.

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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: VW ID.7 offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat 500 is convincingly lighter – 1141 kg compared to 2180 kg. The difference is around 1039 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.7 offers decisively more room – 532 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 347 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 performs decisively better – up to 1586 L, which is about 1036 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.7 distinct takes the win – 465 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.7 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.7 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £46,400
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VW ID.7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.6 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 594 - 708 km
Fiat 500
VW ID.7

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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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VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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Fiat 500
VW ID.7
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Costs and Consumption

Price
18800 - 30800 £
Price
46400 - 54200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.30 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1141 - 1475 kg
Curb weight
2180 - 2325 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Length
4961 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Height
1535 - 1536 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
1586 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
460 - 465 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
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
220 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Fiat 500 have?

The Fiat 500 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.