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Abarth 500e vs Fiat 500e
Selected trimHatchbackChange trim164 mi · 42.2 kWh · £27,995
Selected trimIconChange trim118 mi · 24 kWh · £20,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Abarth 500e stays competitive across the board, while the Fiat 500e leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Fiat 500e if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Fiat 500e leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueFiat
Abarth
4.4
Fiat
5.5
Motorway Range
Abarth
3.1
Fiat
3.3
Too close to call
FamilyFiat
Abarth
0.8
Fiat
4.7
ChargingFiat
Abarth
3.3
Fiat
4
Cost Per MileFiat
Abarth
4.2
Fiat
9.1
City Driving
Abarth
9.6
Fiat
9.6
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Abarth 500e
Hatchback
- 46 miles more WLTP range
- 35 kW faster rapid charging
- 44 kW more power
- 2.5s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,995 | £20,995 (better) |
| Official range | 164 miles (better) | 118 miles |
| Boot space | 185 L | 185 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7 sec (better) | 9.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Abarth 500e
Fiat 500e
Length
Abarth 500e3,673mm
Fiat 500e3,632mm-41mm
Width
Abarth 500e1,683mm
Fiat 500e1,683mm
Height
Abarth 500e1,518mm-9mm
Fiat 500e1,527mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,673 mm | 3,632 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,683 mm | 1,683 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,900 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,518 mm | 1,527 mm |
| Turning circle | 9.4 m (better) | 9.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 717 mm spare | 717 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 185 L | 185 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 550 L | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Abarth 500e
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- At 3,673 mm, shorter than 85% of hatchback EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 9.4 m turning circle, tighter than 90% of hatchback EVs in our database.
Fiat 500e
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- At 3,632 mm, shorter than 85% of hatchback EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 9.7 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of hatchback EVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Abarth 500e Hatchback |  Fiat 500e Icon |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.67m | 3.63m-41mm |
| Width | 1.68m | 1.68m |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.90m | 1.90m |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.53m+9mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.32m | 2.32m |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 185L | 185L |
| Boot (seats down) | 550L | Not available |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 9.4m (better) | 9.7m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,265kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.2kWh (better) | 24kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 164 mi (better) | 118 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 85kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,995 | £20,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £24,245 (-£3,750) | £17,245 (-£3,750) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2023+ | 2020+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 164 miles (better) | 118 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 137 miles (better) | 98 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 85 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 42.2 kWh (better) | 24 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7 sec (better) | 9.5 sec |
| Power | 114 kW (better) | 70 kW |
| Torque | 235 Nm (better) | 220 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Abarth 500e
Hatchback
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Fiat 500e
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Fiat 500e Icon
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant76%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users67%
Safety Assist67%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Abarth 500e
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Fiat 500e
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Abarth 500e
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Fiat 500e
- £15,1002022EV ExpertsView
- £11,0952021Drive GreenView
- £11,2952022Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Abarth 500e worth the extra £7,000 over the Fiat 500e?
The Abarth 500e costs £7,000 more than the Fiat 500e. For that premium it adds 46 miles more WLTP range, 35 kW faster peak rapid charging and 44 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Fiat 500e comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Abarth 500e or the Fiat 500e?
The Fiat 500e is £7,000 cheaper to buy. The Fiat 500e is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £176 for the Abarth 500e, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Fiat 500e comes out roughly £7,200 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Abarth 500e and Fiat 500e like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 137 miles for the Abarth 500e and 98 miles for the Fiat 500e - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Abarth 500e goes roughly 39 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-35 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Abarth 500e or the Fiat 500e?
The two are within 0 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 717 mm of total clearance for the Abarth 500e and about 717 mm of total clearance for the Fiat 500e.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .