Global EV Comparison: Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh vs Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh
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General Info
The Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €29490. The Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh (2013-2019) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €7480 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh | Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2013-2019 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | Slovakia |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €29490 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €11440 | €7480 |
| GCC Score | 4.9 | 4.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh (2020-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh (2013-2019).
| Property | Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh | Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 190 km | 133 km |
| Range (GCC) | 162 km | 117 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 23.8 kWh | 18.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 21.3 kWh | 16 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.1 kWh/100 km | 13.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.61 km/kWh | 7.31 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 5.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh (2020-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 50 kW, while the Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh (2013-2019) maxes out at 40 kW.
The Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh (2020-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh (2013-2019) is limited to 3.6 kW.
| Property | Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh | Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 3.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 40 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.6 | 2.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh (2020-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh | Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 70 kW | 60 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 94 hp | 80 hp |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | 210 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 12.4 s |
| Top Speed | 135 km/h | 130 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.3 | 1.7 |
Dimensions
The Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh (2020-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh (2013-2019) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh | Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3631 mm | 3540 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1683 mm | 1645 mm |
| Height | 1529 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2322 mm | 2420 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh (2013-2019) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh | Volkswagen e-Up! 18.7 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1255 kg | 1139 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 185 l | 250 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 550 l | 923 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.8 | 3.5 |
