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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross vs Fiat 500e
Selected trimIconChange trim118 mi · 24 kWh · £20,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 Aircross leads on motorway range, while the Fiat 500e leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
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
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Fiat 500e wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueFiat
Citroën
5
Fiat
5.5
Motorway RangeCitroën
Citroën
4
Fiat
3.3
FamilyFiat
Citroën
3.5
Fiat
4.7
ChargingFiat
Citroën
3.5
Fiat
4
Cost Per MileFiat
Citroën
6.7
Fiat
9.1
City DrivingFiat
Citroën
6.4
Fiat
9.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Max
- 72 miles more WLTP range
- 275 litres more boot space
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 1 more seat
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £25,115 | £20,995 (better) |
| Official range | 190 miles (better) | 118 miles |
| Boot space | 460 L (better) | 185 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Fiat 500e
Length
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross4,395mm
Fiat 500e3,632mm-763mm
Width
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,850mm
Fiat 500e1,683mm-167mm
Height
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,660mm
Fiat 500e1,527mm-133mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 3,632 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm | 1,683 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm | 1,900 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,527 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 9.7 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare | 717 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 460 L (better) | 185 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1600 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 350 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Fiat 500e
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 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 80% of hatchback EVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max |  Fiat 500e Icon |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 3.63m-763mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.68m-167mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | 1.90m-120mm |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.53m-133mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.32m-350mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L (better) | 185L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1600L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 9.7m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,504kg | 1,265kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 350kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 44kWh (better) | 24kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi (better) | 118 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £25,115 | £20,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £23,615 (-£1,500) | £17,245 (-£3,750) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2020+ |
* Citroën ë-C3 Aircross: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles (better) | 118 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles (better) | 98 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 44 kWh (better) | 24 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 83 kW (better) | 70 kW |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm (better) |
| 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.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Max
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Fiat 500e
Icon
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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 - Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
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 | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
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Fiat 500e
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
No active listings.
Fiat 500e
- £15,1002022EV ExpertsView
- £11,0952021Drive GreenView
- £11,2952022Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross worth the extra £4,120 over the Fiat 500e?
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross costs £4,120 more than the Fiat 500e. For that premium it adds 72 miles more WLTP range, 50 kW faster peak rapid charging and 275 litres more boot space. The Fiat 500e is not just cheaper - it also offers a 3.4s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Fiat 500e comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Fiat 500e?
The Fiat 500e is £4,120 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Fiat 500e comes out roughly £4,240 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and Fiat 500e like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 98 miles for the Fiat 500e - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross goes roughly 60 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Fiat 500e?
The Fiat 500e is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 167 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 717 mm of total clearance for the Fiat 500e and about 550 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. The Fiat 500e also turns in a 1.2 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Fiat 500e?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 84% for the Fiat 500e. That gives the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Fiat 500e's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .