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Citroën ë-C3 vs Fiat 500e
Selected trimIconChange trim118 mi · 24 kWh · £20,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 counters with the lowest price, while the Fiat 500e leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Fiat 500e 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
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- 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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Fiat 500e wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueFiat
Citroën
4.8
Fiat
5.5
Motorway RangeFiat
Citroën
1.9
Fiat
3.3
FamilyFiat
Citroën
2.7
Fiat
4.7
ChargingFiat
Citroën
1.3
Fiat
4
Cost Per MileFiat
Citroën
3.4
Fiat
9.1
City DrivingFiat
Citroën
8
Fiat
9.6
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 | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £19,995 (better) | £20,995 |
| Official range | 134 miles (better) | 118 miles |
| Boot space | 310 L (better) | 185 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 36 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 11.6 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C3
Fiat 500e
Length
Citroën ë-C34,015mm
Fiat 500e3,632mm-383mm
Width
Citroën ë-C31,755mm
Fiat 500e1,683mm-72mm
Height
Citroën ë-C31,577mm
Fiat 500e1,527mm-50mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,015 mm | 3,632 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,755 mm | 1,683 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,577 mm | 1,527 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 9.7 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 645 mm spare | 717 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 310 L (better) | 185 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C3
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
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.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C3 Urban Range |  Fiat 500e Icon |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.01m | 3.63m-383mm |
| Width | 1.75m | 1.68m-72mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.90m |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.53m-50mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.54m | 2.32m-218mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 310L (better) | 185L |
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 9.7m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,413kg | 1,265kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 30kWh (better) | 24kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 134 mi (better) | 118 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 30kW | 50kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £19,995 (better) | £20,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £18,495 (-£1,500) | £17,245 (-£3,750) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2024+ | 2020+ |
* Citroën ë-C3: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 134 miles (better) | 118 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 94 miles | 98 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 36 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 30 kW | 50 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 165 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 29.8 kWh (better) | 24 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11.6 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 83 kW (better) | 70 kW |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Citroën ë-C3
Urban Range
Fiat 500e
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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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 - Citroën ë-C3 Urban Range
Citroën ë-C3 Urban Range
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
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)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Fiat 500e
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Citroën ë-C3
No active listings.
Fiat 500e
- £15,1002022EV ExpertsView
- £11,0952021Drive GreenView
- £11,2952022Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Fiat 500e worth the extra £1,000 over the Citroën ë-C3?
The Fiat 500e costs £1,000 more than the Citroën ë-C3. For that premium it adds a 2.1s quicker 0-62mph time. The Citroën ë-C3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 125 litres more boot space and 1 more seat (5 versus 4). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Fiat 500e comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C3 or the Fiat 500e?
The Citroën ë-C3 is £1,000 cheaper to buy. The Fiat 500e is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £184 for the Citroën ë-C3, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C3 comes out roughly £760 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C3 and Fiat 500e like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 94 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 and 98 miles for the Fiat 500e - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-36 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 or the Fiat 500e?
The Fiat 500e is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 72 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 717 mm of total clearance for the Fiat 500e and about 645 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C3. 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 Citroën ë-C3 or the Fiat 500e?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-C3 and 84% for the Fiat 500e. That gives the Citroën ë-C3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Citroën ë-C3's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Fiat 500e'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 .