Head-to-head
2025 Fiat 500e vs 2025 Kia EV6
The Kia EV6 wins clearly, 100 to 61.3, on tech & comfort, space & cargo, safety.
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2025 Fiat 500e
The 2025 Fiat 500e is sold in the U.S. as an electric compact hatchback with 2 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the 500e, is EPA-rated at 14…
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A2025 Kia EV6
The 2025 Kia EV6 is sold in the U.S. as an electric compact hatchback with 5 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the EV6 Long Range RWD, is EPA…
Verdict · default weights
2025 Kia EV6
Clear winThe Kia EV6 wins clearly, 100 to 61.3, on tech & comfort, space & cargo, safety.
Tech & comfort 2025 Kia EV6 leads by 75.6
Space & cargo 2025 Kia EV6 leads by 64.1
Safety 2025 Kia EV6 leads by 27.2
| Category · weight | 2025 Fiat 500eoverall 61.3 | 2025 Kia EV6overall 100 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 90.7 | 99.8 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 72.8 | 100 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 35.9 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 75.3 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 24.4 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | ||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 61.3 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Fiat 500e: base trim Giorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD · Kia EV6: base trim Light RWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 Kia EV6 wins
- It lists 31 standard driver-assist features against 0.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (45 points against 11 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It holds 46.7 cu ft behind the second row against 7.5.
Where the 2025 Fiat 500e answers
- It is rated 116 combined against 115 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
What they share
- The same EPA fuel cost ($650 a year).
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
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Specifications side by side
40 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | Kia EV6Light RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $42,900 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Engine type (full description) | AC three-phase with permanent magnetic rotor | AC Synchronous Permanent Magnet Motor |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 117 hp | 167 hp |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 128 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 115 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 103 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.65:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 1 | — |
| Transmission type | automatic | Gear Reduction Unit |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 4.5 in | 6.1 in |
| Overall height | 66.3 in | 60.8 in |
| Overall length | 143 in | 185 in |
| Overall width | 74.1 in | 74 in |
| Wheelbase | 91.4 in | 114 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 7.5 cu-ft | 46.7 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 101 cu-ft | 103 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 4 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.3 in | 39 in |
| Third-row headroom | 35.4 in | 38 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.8 in | 42.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 29.5 in | 39 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2,952 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2,952 lbs | 4,132 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 5,115 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut with inclined strut bearing and Single Lower Arm |
| Rear suspension type | Rear twist-beam axle | 5 Multi-link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric power steering (EPS) column | Rack-Mounted Electric Power Steering (R-MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 15.8 ft | 19.1 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 281 mm | 325 mm |
| Front brake type | vented disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | epb |
| Rear brake diameter | 202 mm | 325 mm |
| Rear brake type | drum | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 19 in |
| Wheel material | Cast aluminum | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in | 7.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 205/45 R17 | 235/55R19 |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 51.1 in | 57.8 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 47.8 in | 55.6 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
169 features · differences first, then sharedSafety31 differ · 31 listed
| Feature | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | Kia EV6Light RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop and Go | — | std |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance (FCA) with Car / Pedestrian / Cyclist detection (Fusion-type with sensor) - Junction Turning | — | std |
| Lane Following Assist System (LFA) | — | std |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance (RCCA) | — | std |
| Dual front advanced airbags | — | std |
| Dual front seat-mounted side airbags | — | std |
| Full-length side curtain airbags | — | std |
| Highway Driving Assist (HDA) | — | std |
| Lane Keep Assist System (LKA) | — | std |
| Rear-view camera with dynamic guidelines | — | std |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) | — | std |
| Dual rear seat-mounted side airbags | — | std |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) | — | std |
| Parking Distance Warning - Front and Rear | — | std |
| Parking Distance Warning - Front and Rear | — | std |
| Antilock Brakes System (ABS) | — | std |
| Blind Spot Collision Avoidance (BCA) | — | std |
| Driver's knee airbag | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with auto hold | — | std |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | — | std |
| Front and rear 3-point seat belts | — | std |
| Front seat-belt pretensioners | — | std |
| Height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors | — | std |
| High Beam Assist (HBA) | — | std |
| Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) | — | std |
| Impact sensing auto door unlock | — | std |
| Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) door-logic based | — | std |
| Speed sensing auto door locks | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) | — | std |
| Immobilizer | — | std |
| Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - high line | — | std |
Infotainment8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | Kia EV6Light RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | — | std |
| Steering wheel-mounted audio, Bluetooth®, voice recognition and cruise controls | — | std |
| 12.3-inch navigation display unit with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, HD Radio, SiriusXM, Bluetooth, Voice Recognition, with integrated Modem (AVN 5.0 with TMU) | — | std |
| Front and rear door speakers (x4) | — | std |
| Front tweeter (x2) | — | std |
| Shark fin antenna | — | std |
| Steering wheel-mounted audio, Bluetooth®, voice recognition and cruise controls | — | std |
| Wireless phone charger | — | std |
Convenience6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | Kia EV6Light RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key with Push-button start, burglar alarm, escort headlamp, immobilizer, panic | — | std |
| Floor console tray with 12V power outlet (x1), USB-A data port (x1) and USB-C charge ports (x2) | — | std |
| Second-row USB-C charge ports (x2) | — | std |
| Vehicle to load (V2L) connector | — | opt |
| Central door locks | — | std |
| Power driver's window with auto up/down and pinch protection | — | std |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | Kia EV6Light RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual-zone automatic air-conditioner, front and rear vents with auto-defog | — | std |
| Front and rear air conditioning vents | — | std |
Seating8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | Kia EV6Light RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 10-way power driver's seat | — | std |
| Heated front seats (3-levels) | — | std |
| 2nd row reclining | — | std |
| Combination recycled fabric / SynTex seat material | — | std |
| Front and rear adjustable headrests | — | std |
| Manual passenger seat with height adjuster, sliding and reclining | — | std |
| Seating Capacity, F/R: 2/2 | std | — |
| 2nd row side seats armrest with cupholder (x2) | — | std |
Interior33 differ · 33 listed
| Feature | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | Kia EV6Light RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Electric chromic inside rear-view mirror | — | std |
| 12.3-inch Color TFT LCD panoramic curved display cluster | — | std |
| Artificial leather steering wheel | — | std |
| Cloth trim roof | — | std |
| Coat hook (x1) | — | std |
| Door courtesy reflector | — | std |
| Front and rear door map pockets with bottle holder | — | std |
| Front console arm rest with storage box and cup holders (x2) | — | std |
| Front passenger seat back pocket | — | std |
| Front Seat Head room: 39.25 (997) | std | — |
| Front Seat Hip room: 49.8 (1265) | std | — |
| Front Seat Legroom: 41.81 (1,061) | std | — |
| Front Seat Shoulder room: 51.06 (1,297) | std | — |
| Front Seat Total seat travel: 7.09 (180) | std | — |
| Glove box with illumination | — | std |
| LED center room lamp | — | std |
| LED map lamp | — | std |
| LED puddle lamps | — | std |
| Matte silver metallic paint inside door handles | — | std |
| Plastic scuff plates | — | std |
| Rear Seat Head room: 35.35 (898) | std | — |
| Rear Seat Hip room: 45.16 (1,147) | std | — |
| Rear Seat Legroom: 29.45 (748) | std | — |
| Rear Seat Shoulder room: 47.79 (1,214) | std | — |
| Recycled fabric crashpad | — | std |
| Total Interior Volume: 101.2 | std | — |
| Illuminated sunvisor vanity mirrors, extendable | — | std |
| Manual tilt and telescoping steering column | — | std |
| Carpeted floor mats | — | opt |
| LED rear cargo light | — | std |
| Trip computer | — | std |
| Carpet flooring | — | std |
| Rheostat (Dimmer Switch) | — | std |
Exterior39 differ · 39 listed
| Feature | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | Kia EV6Light RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Full Projection LED headlamps | — | std |
| Power folding outside mirrors with integrated side-repeater lamps | — | std |
| 19-inch Alloy wheels | — | std |
| Acoustic film windshield | — | std |
| Auto pop-out aero flush outside door handles | — | std |
| Black-painted wheel arches | — | std |
| Body-color outside door handles | — | std |
| Curb Weight, lb. (kg): 2952 lb. (1342 kg) | std | — |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd): 0.324 | std | — |
| Front overhang: 28.81 (732) | std | — |
| Ground Clearance: 4.48 (0,114) | std | — |
| Heated (Defroster) tailgate | — | std |
| High-gloss black front grille (Digital Tiger Face Design) | — | std |
| High-Gloss black lower fascia bumper | — | std |
| High-gloss black outside mirrors | — | std |
| High-gloss black side sills | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Light (DRL) | — | std |
| Overall Height: 66.3 (1,684) | std | — |
| Overall Length: 142.95 (3,631) | std | — |
| Overall Width with mirrors: 74.12 (1,883) | std | — |
| Power adjustable heated outside mirrors | — | std |
| Rear (left) charge port door | — | std |
| Rear LED combination lamps | — | std |
| Rear overhang: 22.71 (577) | std | — |
| Rear spoiler (integrated into rear taillamp) | — | std |
| Roof spoiler (located at leading edge of backlight) | — | std |
| Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) | — | std |
| Tires Size and type (All-season): 205/45 R17 BSW All-season - Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season | std | — |
| Tires Size and type (Summer): 205/45 R17 BSW Summer - Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance | std | — |
| Track, Front: 57.9 (1,470) | std | — |
| Track, Rear: 57.7 (1,465) | std | — |
| Vehicle Type: A-segment hatchback | std | — |
| Weight Distribution, percent Front/Rear: 58.9%/41.1% | std | — |
| Wheelbase: 91.4 (2,322) | std | — |
| Wheels Size: 17 x 6.5 (front) and 17 x 6.5 (rear) | std | — |
| Wheels Type and material: Cast-aluminum, painted black with Giorgio Armani 'GA' covers | std | — |
| Auto Light Control headlights | — | std |
| Privacy glass (rear doors, tailgate, quarter glass) | — | std |
| LED High Mounted Stop lamp | — | std |
Powertrain24 differ · 24 listed
| Feature | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | Kia EV6Light RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front-wheel drive (FWD) | std | — |
| 125 kW Electric Motor Output | — | std |
| 63.0 kWh Battery | — | std |
| Battery Cell configuration: 96S 2P | std | — |
| Battery Chemistry: Lithium Ion, Nickel Manganese Cobalt | std | — |
| Battery Type: 42 kilowatt-hours (kWh) capacity, 352 volts (nominal) | std | — |
| Battery Weight: 649 lbs. (295 kg) | std | — |
| Connector: CCS Combo1 | std | — |
| Drive Mode Select (DMS) with Eco, Comfort, Sport and Snow modes | — | std |
| Electric Motor Type: AC three-phase with permanent magnetic rotor | std | — |
| Emissions: Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) | std | — |
| EPA estimated Driving Range: up to 149 miles (240 km) | std | — |
| EPA estimated miles-per-gallon equivalent (MPGe) Fuel Economy Label: 116 (Summer tires) | std | — |
| Estimated Charge Time - 85 kw fast charge: 35 minutes from 0 to 80% | std | — |
| Estimated Charge Time - Level 1 (120V – 13A): 37 hours from 5% to 100% | std | — |
| Estimated Charge Time - Level 2 (240V – 48A): 6 hours from 0% to 100% | std | — |
| In-Cable Control Box (ICCB) | — | opt |
| Maximum vehicle speed (estimated): 94 mph (150 kph) | std | — |
| Power (SAE): 117 hp (87 kW) | std | — |
| Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) | — | std |
| Shift-by-Wire gear selector | — | std |
| Torque (SAE): 162 lb.-ft. (220 N•m) | std | — |
| Transmission Single ratio: 9.6:1 | std | — |
| Transmission Type: Gear reducer (Single-speed automatic) | std | — |
Chassis12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | Kia EV6Light RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front Brake Rotor size and type: 11.06 x 1.02 (281 x 26) vented | std | — |
| Front Selective Damping Control Valve and Hydraulic Rebound Stop (HRS) shock absorber | — | std |
| Front Suspension: MacPherson strut | std | — |
| McPherson Strut Single Lower Arm Type front suspension | — | std |
| Multi-link rear suspension | — | std |
| Rear Brake Drum size and type: 7.99 x 1.49 (202 x 37) | std | — |
| Rear Selective Damping Control Valve shock absorber | — | std |
| Rear Suspension: Rear twist-beam axle | std | — |
| Steering Overall Ratio: 16.1:1 | std | — |
| Steering Turns (lock-to-lock): 2.98 | std | — |
| Steering Type: Electric power steering (EPS) column | std | — |
| Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb): 31.5 feet (9.6 m) | std | — |
Cargo6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | Kia EV6Light RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo cover | — | opt |
| Cargo power outlet | — | std |
| EPA Luggage Compartment Volume: 7.51 cu. ft. (0.213 cu. m) | std | — |
| Hidden storage tray in cargo area | — | std |
| Luggage board | — | std |
| Trunk Liftover Height: 27.36 (695) | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
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Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPFiat 500e
Safety Signal 97 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 1
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
- minor Exterior Lighting 25V715000 · 2,195 vehicles
Kia EV6
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / — / ★★★★★
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 53 · 1 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (39), Power Train (13), Fuel/Propulsion System (10)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | Kia EV6Light RWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | $42,900 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 1 trims | $42,900 – $63,800 8 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | BEV |
| EPA configuration compared | 500e | EV6 Standard Range RWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 116 | 115 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $650 | $650 |
| EV range | 149 mi | 237 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Fiat 500e or the 2025 Kia EV6?
The Kia EV6 wins clearly, 100 to 61.3, on tech & comfort, space & cargo, safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Kia EV6 scores 100 and the 2025 Fiat 500e 61.3. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Fiat 500e or the 2025 Kia EV6?
2025 Fiat 500e: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 1 recall. 2025 Kia EV6: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 Fiat 500e and the 2025 Kia EV6?
Where the 2025 Kia EV6 wins: it lists 31 standard driver-assist features against 0, lists more comfort and tech equipment (45 points against 11 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and holds 46.7 cu ft behind the second row against 7.5. Where the 2025 Fiat 500e answers: it is rated 116 combined against 115 (EPA mpg or MPGe). What they share: the same EPA fuel cost ($650 a year).