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Fiat 500 vs VW T-Cross comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or VW T-Cross?

Fiat 500 vs VW T-Cross: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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VW T-Cross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat 500 is markedly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the VW T-Cross costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,260 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 500 uses 5.2 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

T-Cross

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 VW T-Cross offers clearly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW T-Cross is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW T-Cross delivers a bit more torque with 250 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

500

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: VW T-Cross offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is somewhat lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,267 kg. The difference is around 137 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW T-Cross offers substantially more boot space – 455 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW T-Cross carries noticeably more – 480 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW T-Cross 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 £21,400
T-Cross

VW T-Cross

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 6 L/100km
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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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Monika
12 Feb 2026, 07:34:19

I chose the T‑Cross — more comfortable and roomier inside, especially for adult passengers; bought on the model‑year clearance — running costs work out cheaper even taking into account fuel savings from the Toyota hybrid (planned over five years); I like the space and the VW suited me better — I prefer the view through the front windshield.

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Erasmo Paone
21 Oct 2025, 21:49:59

Very practical, interior space is excellent. Lacks charm, fuel consumption is a bit high.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
21,400 - 32,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 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
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,267 - 1,338 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
463 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Fiat
Brand
VW
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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