Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh vs Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh (2020-2023) for as low as €10999, while the Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh (2013-2019) begins at €7500.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh | Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2023 | 2013-2019 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | Italy |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €10999 | €7500 |
| GCC Score | 4.5 | 4 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh (2020-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh (2013-2019).
| Property | Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh | Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 140 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 260 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 224 km | 133 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 36.8 kWh | 24 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 32.3 kWh | 22.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.4 kWh/100 km | 17.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.93 km/kWh | 5.83 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 4.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh (2013-2019) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh (2020-2023) can charge at up to 40 kW.
The Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh (2020-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW, whereas the Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh (2013-2019) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh | Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 40 kW | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Type 1 (J1772) |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 2.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh (2013-2019) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh | Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 61 kW | 83 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 82 hp | 111 hp |
| Motor Torque | 210 Nm | 199 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.9 s | 10.1 s |
| Top Speed | 130 km/h | 137 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.8 | 2.2 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh (2020-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh | Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3600 mm | 3546 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1910 mm | 1627 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1645 mm | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 1492 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2417 mm | 2300 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Volkswagen e-Up! 36.8 kWh | Fiat 500e Hatchback 24 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1235 kg | 1400 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 250 l | 198 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 923 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 3.6 |
