Fiat 500E vs Volvo C40
What's the difference?

Fiat 500E

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2024 price

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Volvo C40

$34,990 - $49,990

2023 price

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Renault Megane E-Tech

Renault Scenic E-Tech

Summary

2024 Fiat 500E

2023 Volvo C40

By Andrew Chesterton

By Tom White

Safety Rating

Electric motor type

Permanent Magnet

Electric motor type

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Vehicle type

Battery Electric

Vehicle type

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Electric range

320 km

Electric range

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Energy consumption

14.4 kWh/100km

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Battery capacity

42.00 kWh

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Seating

Likes

Stylish, classic looks
Thoroughly modern cabin
Electric motor improves drive experience

Great charging and range
Two well specified variants
Impressive driving performance

Dislikes

Limited range on offer
Expensive for a small EV
Warranty massively underwhelming

Single motor not as good value
Seats could be more comfortable
Rear seat space compromised

2024 Fiat 500E Summary

You wouldn’t know it to look at it, but this is a brand-new — as in really and truly all-new — Fiat 500.

That has got to be a big deal for fans of Fiat’s pint-sized city car, with a genuinely all-new 500 about rare as spotting Halley’s Comet soaring over Turin. The last time was way back in 2007, by the way, and that car will remain on sale alongside this new one for the foreseeable.

But that’s not the only surprise. This 500 is also entirely electric, properly modern inside, and it has actual technology in its cabin and on its safety list.

Fiat reckons this is a big reset for the 500. And that there will never be another all-new petrol model again.

So, how does this new 500e stack up against the recent flood of small EVs, predominantly from China?

Let’s go find out.

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2023 Volvo C40 Summary

Throughout its history Volvo has been known for a lot of things. Being a safety leader, dorky but endearing station wagons, ‘bloody Volvo drivers’, and more recently, a trailblazer in minimalist premium design.

The C40 is the first step in a next chapter for Volvo, with the brand wanting to be known next for its leadership in the electric space. For the first time for Volvo, it’s a fully electric offering

But in a world of Teslas, Polestars, and Mercedes Benz EQs, where does the C40 sit, and is it worth considering in an increasingly congested premium small SUV space?

We went to its Australian launch to find out.

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Deep dive comparison

2024 Fiat 500E 2023 Volvo C40

Verdict

A fun, funky EV which will no doubt appeal to lovers of Italian style, but also one which struggles a little on the range and price front.

Still, there’s no doubt that electrification has improved the Fiat 500 formula.

Verdict

The C40 becomes a compelling option in the electrified small SUV space, offering a premium look and feel, great range and tech inclusions at the price, as well as awesome on-road dynamics.

Its main downsides are the rear seat, which is compromised by its platform and design-led roofline, and the overwhelming power and added traction of the dual-motor makes the single motor less attractive on the value front.

Still, regardless of variant chosen, the C40 looks to offer a stand-out balance of price, range, and performance, against its traditional rivals and newcomers alike.

Fiat 500E vs Volvo C40 What's the difference?

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Fiat 500E vs Volvo C40
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