Fiat 500 Hatchback, starting at 17100 £

The Fiat 500 Hatchback impresses with 118 HP 331 km and an attractive starting price of 17100 £ . Here are all the details at a glance.

from about £17,100
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Fiat 500

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 65 - 118 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 5.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 14.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 190 - 331 km

Style that still stops heads

The Fiat 500 keeps its iconic retro silhouette but wears it with a modern, city-friendly attitude: compact proportions (around 3.63 m long and 1.68 m wide) make it hard to miss at a lights change. Small details — round headlights, slim LED signature and playful colour options — give it personality that outshines many anonymous city cars. It looks every bit the boutique urban runabout rather than a generic commuter hatch.

A compact cabin with surprising flair

Inside the 500, the dashboard layout favours character over minimalist techno-sobriety, with soft-touch panels and colour-coordinated trims that lift the mood quickly. Front seats are supportive for short to medium trips and the cockpit is ergonomically neat, though rear-seat access is tighter and visibility rearward is limited. Infotainment screens are clear and integration for smartphones is standard on most trims, keeping everyday usability straightforward.

Small practicality, honest numbers

Boot capacity sits around 185 litres, which is enough for a couple of supermarket bags or a weekend bag but not for bulky luggage; folding the rear seats helps but this is still a city-first package. The 3+1 layout on some models eases rear access with a small extra door, making occasional rear-seat use less awkward. Seating for four is real but adults in the rear will find knees and heads need consideration on longer runs.

City agility, motorway manners with limits

Electric versions deliver brisk city performance thanks to instant torque (up to about 220 Nm on larger-battery models) and 118 hp variants sprint to 100 km/h in roughly 9 seconds, making urban overtakes effortless. Handling is light and nimble, ideal for tight parking and quick lane changes, while ride quality tends toward firm on rough tarmac — tradeoffs typical of a short-wheelbase city car. The small petrol MHEV with 65 hp is much slower (around 16.2 s to 100 km/h) and best suited to frugal, urban use rather than motorway duties.

Range and energy use explained

Electric consumption figures sit in the low-to-mid teens: roughly 13–14 kWh/100 km in WLTP figures, which translates in real-world terms to around 190 km from the smaller ~23.8 kWh pack and in the region of 320–330 km from the larger ~42 kWh pack depending on driving style. For pure city driving the smaller battery is attractive and lighter to charge, while the larger battery removes range anxiety for occasional longer trips. Charging speed depends on the charger and trim, but for everyday urban owners the headline ranges mean one or two weekly charges for typical commuting patterns.

Tech that’s helpful, not overbearing

Driver assistance covers the essentials: city braking, lane-keeping aids and parking sensors help in traffic and tight spaces without the complexity of higher-level semi-autonomous systems. The infotainment is intuitive, with touchscreen operation and smartphone mirroring common across the range, and a clear instrument display keeps important info visible at a glance. Build quality has improved in recent years, though hard plastics appear in places — a reminder that the 500 trades premium finishes for charm and affordability.

Who should consider a Fiat 500?

The 500 is aimed at urban drivers who value style, short-trip convenience and low running costs more than outright space or high-speed cruising comfort, with a choice of electric and mild-hybrid drivetrains to suit different needs. The current lineup includes multiple 500e electric variants — both a smaller ~23.8 kWh city pack and a larger ~42 kWh pack (including a 3+1 body option) — plus a 1.0‑litre MHEV petrol for budget-conscious buyers. Opt for the larger battery if regular out-of-town travel is required, or pick the compact electric or MHEV if the car’s primary job is city commuting and weekend coffee runs.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17100 - 30800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Doors
3 - 4
Curb weight
1130 - 1475 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Fiat

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What drivetrain options does the Fiat 500 have?

The Fiat 500 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.