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Renault R5 vs Fiat 500 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (24,000 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault R5 or Fiat 500?

Renault R5 vs Fiat 500: Key differences

Renault R5

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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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

R5

Costs and Efficiency:

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Renault R5 costs 24,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,866 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is moderately more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Renault R5. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Renault R5 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 405 km, about 74 km more than the Fiat 500.

500

Engine and Performance:

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 Renault R5 offers markedly 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 Renault R5 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault R5 delivers a bit more torque with 245 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

R5

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: Renault R5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is visibly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,447 kg. The difference is around 317 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault R5 offers significantly more boot space – 326 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault R5 carries noticeably more – 418 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault R5 is clearly superior overall 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.

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R5

Renault R5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 307 - 405 km
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Renault R5

The Renault 5 blends classic styling cues with contemporary design, giving it a playful and characterful presence on the road. It’s a city-focused hatchback that feels nimble and cleverly packaged, ideal for drivers who want personality and practicality.

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Reviews Renault R5

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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Walter
4 Nov 2025, 21:42:46

Practical, nimble, and fun to drive. For rather small drivers up to 1.75 m there's plenty of space even on the back seat. Useful driver-assist systems, and Android Auto works well. Very economical in summer. In winter a lot of energy is used in the first five minutes to bring the battery up to 20°C, which makes consumption on short winter trips very high.

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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Reviews Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,000 - 27,000 £
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,744 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
396 - 418 kg
Payload
250 - 325 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Renault
Brand
Fiat
What drivetrain options does the Renault R5 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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