Compare performance (156 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (21800 £ vs 24500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 600 or Mazda 3 Hatchback?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Fiat 600 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21800 £ , while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 24500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2700 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Fiat 600 manages with 4.80 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.
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 Mazda 3 Hatchback has a slightly edge – offering 186 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Fiat 600 takes 8.50 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Fiat 600 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 260 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Fiat 600 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1355 kg compared to 1419 kg. The difference is around 64 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Fiat 600 offers hardly perceptible more room – 385 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.
When it comes to payload, Mazda 3 Hatchback a bit takes the win – 485 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
The Fiat 600 proves to be slightly ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Fiat 600 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Fiat 600 is small, cheeky and utterly charming, a pocket-sized Italian that packs more personality than its size suggests. Ideal for city buyers who want fuss-free motoring with a playful driving character, it puts smiles ahead of spreadsheets.
detailsThe Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
21800 - 31300 £
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Price
24500 - 35500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.80 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.10 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
409 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
51 - 52 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 109 g/km
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co2
126 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1355 - 1595 kg
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Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
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Trunk capacity
360 - 385 L
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Length
4178 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1779 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Height
1523 - 1525 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1231 - 1256 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
427 - 430 kg
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Payload
470 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
205 - 260 Nm
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Mazda
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The Fiat 600 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.