Loading comparison
Dongfeng BOX vs Fiat 500e
Selected trimStandard193 mi · 42 kWh · £20,000
Selected trimIconChange trim118 mi · 24 kWh · £20,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Dongfeng BOX leads on value for money and motorway range, while the Fiat 500e leads on running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Dongfeng BOX 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
Choose the Fiat 500e if...
- 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 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueDongfeng
Dongfeng
6.1
Fiat
5.5
Motorway RangeDongfeng
Dongfeng
4.3
Fiat
3.3
Family
Dongfeng
5.1
Fiat
4.7
Too close to call
Charging
Dongfeng
4
Fiat
4
Too close to call
Cost Per MileFiat
Dongfeng
8.2
Fiat
9.1
City DrivingFiat
Dongfeng
8.6
Fiat
9.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Dongfeng BOX
Base
- 75 miles more WLTP range
- 141 litres more boot space
- 38 kW faster rapid charging
- 1 more seat
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £20,000 (better) | £20,995 |
| Official range | 193 miles (better) | 118 miles |
| Boot space | 326 L (better) | 185 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.5 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
View:
Align by:
Dongfeng BOX
Fiat 500e
Length
Dongfeng BOX4,020mm
Fiat 500e3,632mm-388mm
Width
Dongfeng BOX1,810mm
Fiat 500e1,683mm-127mm
Height
Dongfeng BOX1,570mm
Fiat 500e1,527mm-43mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,020 mm | 3,632 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,810 mm | 1,683 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,527 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 9.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 590 mm spare | 717 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 326 L (better) | 185 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 945 L | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Dongfeng BOX
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 |  Dongfeng BOX Base |  Fiat 500e Icon |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.02m | 3.63m-388mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.68m-127mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.90m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.53m-43mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.32m-278mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 326L (better) | 185L |
| Boot (seats down) | 945L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 9.7m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,312kg | 1,265kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42kWh (better) | 24kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 193 mi (better) | 118 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £20,000 (better) | £20,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £20,000 (not eligible) | £17,245 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2020+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 193 miles (better) | 118 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 160 miles (better) | 98 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 42 kWh (better) | 24 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.5 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 70 kW | 70 kW |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Dongfeng BOX
Base
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Fiat 500e
Icon
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Compare EV charging costs per mile with petrol and diesel using your charging options.
Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Dongfeng BOX Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant69%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users67%
Safety Assist77%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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 | Dongfeng BOXBase | Fiat 500eIcon |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
Get a quote
Dongfeng BOX
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Fiat 500e
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Dongfeng BOX
No active listings.
Fiat 500e
- £15,1002022EV ExpertsView
- £11,0952021Drive GreenView
- £11,2952022Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Dongfeng BOX or the Fiat 500e?
The Dongfeng BOX is £995 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Dongfeng BOX comes out roughly £915 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Dongfeng BOX and Fiat 500e like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 160 miles for the Dongfeng BOX and 98 miles for the Fiat 500e - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Dongfeng BOX goes roughly 62 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Dongfeng BOX or the Fiat 500e?
The Fiat 500e is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 127 mm narrower than the Dongfeng BOX. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 717 mm of total clearance for the Fiat 500e and about 590 mm of total clearance for the Dongfeng BOX.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Dongfeng BOX or the Fiat 500e?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Dongfeng BOX and 84% for the Fiat 500e. That gives the Dongfeng BOX a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Dongfeng BOX'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.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
Compare against other rivals
Compare similarly sized and priced electric cars before finalising your shortlist.
More Dongfeng BOX comparisons
More Fiat 500e comparisons
See both cars in our rankings
EVcarsguide scores every verified EV on price, range, family use and running costs. Here is where this pair appears.
Where the Dongfeng BOX and Fiat 500e rank among EVs under £30,000Where the Dongfeng BOX and Fiat 500e rank among EVs under £40,000Where the Dongfeng BOX and Fiat 500e rank among the best small electric carsWhere the Dongfeng BOX and Fiat 500e rank among the best motorway EVsWhere the Dongfeng BOX and Fiat 500e rank among the best city EVsWhere the Dongfeng BOX and Fiat 500e rank among the cheapest EVs to run
If neither is quite right
Explore other verified electric cars that may better suit the priorities this pair does not meet.
Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .