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Fiat Grande Panda vs Renault Zoe (ZE40)
Selected trimPopChange trim199 mi · 44 kWh · £20,995
Selected trimZE 40 Q90 · 2017-19Change trim174 mi · 41 kWh · Not available
At a glance
The Fiat Grande Panda leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs, while the Renault Zoe leads on family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Fiat Grande Panda 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 want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Renault Zoe (ZE40) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Fiat Grande Panda leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueFiat
Fiat
4.9
Renault
0
Motorway RangeFiat
Fiat
4.1
Renault
3.1
FamilyRenault
Fiat
2.1
Renault
6.9
ChargingRenault
Fiat
3.2
Renault
4.1
Cost Per MileFiat
Fiat
7.8
Renault
6.3
City Driving
Fiat
8.1
Renault
8.4
Too close to call
What each car does better
The measurable advantages behind each verdict - every claim carries its own evidence.
Key specifications
The essentials for the selected trims.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | Renault ZoeZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £20,995 | Not available |
| Official range | 199 miles (better) | 174 miles |
| Boot space | 361 L (better) | 338 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 11 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Fiat Grande Panda
Renault Zoe
Length
Fiat Grande Panda3,990mm-94mm
Renault Zoe4,084mm
Width
Fiat Grande Panda1,761mm
Renault Zoe1,730mm-31mm
Height
Fiat Grande Panda1,579mm
Renault Zoe1,562mm-17mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions and how each car fits into typical UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | Renault ZoeZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,990 mm | 4,084 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,761 mm | 1,730 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,579 mm | 1,562 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 639 mm spare | 670 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Passenger capacity, child-seat provision, luggage space and towing.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | Renault ZoeZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 361 L (better) | 338 L |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Fiat Grande Panda Pop |  Renault Zoe ZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.99m | 4.08m+94mm |
| Width | 1.76m | 1.73m-31mm |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.56m-17mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.55m | 2.59m+39mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 361L (better) | 338L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.56m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,521kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 44kWh (better) | 41kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 199 mi (better) | 174 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 43kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £20,995 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2017–2019 |
* Fiat Grande Panda: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Compare official and estimated range, charging performance, efficiency and batteries.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | Renault ZoeZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 199 miles (better) | 174 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 166 miles (better) | 145 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 43 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 43 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 44 kWh (better) | 40 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Acceleration, power and drivetrain for the selected trims.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | Renault ZoeZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11 sec | Not available |
| Power | 84 kW (better) | 65 kW |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
Aggregated road-test scores from the UK motoring press. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Fiat Grande Panda
Pop
Renault Zoe
ZE 40 Q90
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Fiat Grande Panda
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Prices & deals
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Test the effective monthly cost against list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Fiat Grande Panda Pop
Fiat Grande Panda Pop
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Renault Zoe ZE 40 Q90
Tested 2013
Warranty
Published battery warranty terms for the selected trims.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | Renault ZoeZE 40 Q90 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Fiat Grande Panda
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Fiat Grande Panda and Renault Zoe like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 166 miles for the Fiat Grande Panda and 145 miles for the Renault Zoe - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Fiat Grande Panda goes roughly 21 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Fiat Grande Panda or the Renault Zoe?
The Renault Zoe is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 31 mm narrower than the Fiat Grande Panda. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 670 mm of total clearance for the Renault Zoe and about 639 mm of total clearance for the Fiat Grande Panda. The Renault Zoe also turns in a 0.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Fiat Grande Panda or the Renault Zoe?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Fiat Grande Panda and 84% for the Renault Zoe. That gives the Fiat Grande Panda a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Fiat Grande Panda's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Renault Zoe'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 .