Compare performance (490 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL6 or Fiat 500?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Fiat 500 is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,723 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 7.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 198 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 NIO EL6 offers substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 372 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: NIO EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is significantly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,085 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers significantly more boot space – 597 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 412 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries visibly more – 475 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.
The NIO EL6 stands well ahead of its rival 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 NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 121 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
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
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Length
4,854 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,987 mm
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
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Height
1,703 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
490 HP
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
700 Nm
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
360 kW
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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Brand
NIO
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Brand
Fiat
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