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Fiat 500e vs Hyundai INSTER
Selected trimIconChange trim118 mi · 24 kWh · £20,995
Selected trim01Change trim203 mi · 42 kWh · £23,755
At a glance
In this comparison, Fiat 500e leads on running costs and city driving, while the Hyundai INSTER leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Fiat 500e if...
- 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
Choose the Hyundai INSTER if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai INSTER leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueHyundai
Fiat
5.5
Hyundai
6
Motorway RangeHyundai
Fiat
3.3
Hyundai
3.8
FamilyHyundai
Fiat
4.7
Hyundai
6
Charging
Fiat
4
Hyundai
3.6
Too close to call
Cost Per MileFiat
Fiat
9.1
Hyundai
6.9
City DrivingFiat
Fiat
9.6
Hyundai
8.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Fiat 500eIcon | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £20,995 (better) | £23,755 |
| Official range | 118 miles | 203 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 185 L | 280 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec (better) | 11.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Fiat 500e
Hyundai INSTER
Length
Fiat 500e3,632mm-193mm
Hyundai INSTER3,825mm
Width
Fiat 500e1,683mm
Hyundai INSTER1,610mm-73mm
Height
Fiat 500e1,527mm-48mm
Hyundai INSTER1,575mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Fiat 500eIcon | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,632 mm | 3,825 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,683 mm | 1,610 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,900 mm | 1,875 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,527 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Turning circle | 9.7 m (better) | 10.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 717 mm spare | 790 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Fiat 500eIcon | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 185 L | 280 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1059 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
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.
Hyundai INSTER
- Uses 143 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
- 1,610 mm wide, below our 1,750 mm narrow-car threshold.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Fiat 500e Icon |  Hyundai INSTER 01 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.63m | 3.83m+193mm |
| Width | 1.68m | 1.61m-73mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.90m | 1.88m-25mm |
| Height | 1.53m | 1.57m+48mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.32m | 2.58m+258mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 185L | 280L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1059L |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 9.7m (better) | 10.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,265kg (better) | 1,349kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 24kWh | 42kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 118 mi | 203 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | 73kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £20,995 (better) | £23,755 |
| Price after EV grant | £17,245 (-£3,750) | £23,755 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2020+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Fiat 500eIcon | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 118 miles | 203 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 98 miles | 145 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | 73 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 10.5 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 143 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 24 kWh | 42 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Fiat 500eIcon | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec (better) | 11.7 sec |
| Power | 70 kW | 71 kW (better) |
| Torque | 220 Nm (better) | 147 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Fiat 500e
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Hyundai INSTER
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Fiat 500e
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Fiat 500eIcon | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £9,772 | £18,900 |
| Average used price | £10,484 | £18,990 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 115 listings (better) | 20 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £10,511 below new | £4,765 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 31% over ~6 months | Up 10.5% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
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)
Euro NCAP - Hyundai INSTER 01
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant70%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist67%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Fiat 500eIcon | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag dealer & service support. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Fiat 500e
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Owners love
- Owners love the style, the quality of the cabin and how fun, quick and easy to park it is in town.
- Running costs are very low on an off-peak home tariff, and many owners rarely need public charging.
- The touchscreen with wireless phone mirroring and the driver-assist systems work well for the price.
Watch out for
- Range is below the official figure: owners of 42 kWh cars report around 150 to 160 miles in summer and 120 or less in winter.
- It is small inside: tight rear seats, a small boot and no frunk.
- The Fiat app and some infotainment features are buggy, and dealers often lack technical knowledge.
Owner tips
- Plan on about 150 miles in summer and 120 in winter from a 42 kWh car.
- Look for LED headlights and the six-way adjustable driver's seat if those matter to you.
Hyundai INSTER
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Owners love
- Owners rate the rear space highly for a car under four metres long, especially the sliding rear bench on the 02.
- It is easy and relaxing to drive in town, and rides poor road surfaces better than its size suggests.
- Owners report efficient running, around 4.3 miles per kWh in everyday use.
Watch out for
- Acceleration is modest, and some owners find it slow at motorway speeds.
- The cabin is narrow: taller drivers report their knee touching the door.
- There is no wireless Apple CarPlay; owners use a plug-in adapter.
Owner tips
- Check whether a car has the Tech Pack if you want to power appliances from it.
- Look at the inner edge of the front tyres and ask when the alignment was last checked.
Buying options
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Fiat 500e
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Hyundai INSTER
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Fiat 500e
- £15,1002022EV ExpertsView
- £11,0952021Drive GreenView
- £11,2952022Drive GreenView
Hyundai INSTER
- £18,9902026Cars2View
- £18,9902026Cars2View
- £22,9902026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai INSTER worth the extra £2,760 over the Fiat 500e?
The Hyundai INSTER costs £2,760 more than the Fiat 500e. For that premium it adds 85 miles more WLTP range and 95 litres more boot space. The Fiat 500e is not just cheaper - it also offers a 2.2s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai INSTER comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Fiat 500e or the Hyundai INSTER?
The Fiat 500e is £2,760 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 £2,880 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Fiat 500e and Hyundai INSTER like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 98 miles for the Fiat 500e and 145 miles for the Hyundai INSTER - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai INSTER goes roughly 47 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Fiat 500e or the Hyundai INSTER?
The Hyundai INSTER is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 73 mm narrower than the Fiat 500e. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 790 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai INSTER and about 717 mm of total clearance for the Fiat 500e. The Fiat 500e also turns in a 0.9 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Fiat 500e or the Hyundai INSTER?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Fiat 500e and 84% for the Hyundai INSTER. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. 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 .