Head-to-head
2025 Fiat 500e vs 2025 Nissan Leaf
The Nissan Leaf wins clearly, 99 to 67.7, on tech & comfort, safety, space & cargo. The Fiat 500e is ahead on fuel & range.
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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 Nissan Leaf
The 2025 Nissan Leaf is sold in the U.S. as an electric compact hatchback with 2 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the LEAF SV, is EPA-rated …
Verdict · default weights
2025 Nissan Leaf
Clear winThe Nissan Leaf wins clearly, 99 to 67.7, on tech & comfort, safety, space & cargo. The Fiat 500e is ahead on fuel & range.
Tech & comfort 2025 Nissan Leaf leads by 66.7
Safety 2025 Nissan Leaf leads by 27.2
Space & cargo 2025 Nissan Leaf leads by 52.1
| Category · weight | 2025 Nissan Leafoverall 99 | 2025 Fiat 500eoverall 67.7 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 95.4 | 100 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 72.8 | ||||||||||||
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 | 100 | 47.9 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 80.6 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 33.3 | ||||||||||||
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 | 99 | 67.7 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Nissan Leaf: base trim S FWD · Fiat 500e: base trim Giorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD. 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 Nissan Leaf wins
- It lists 33 standard driver-assist features against 0.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (33 points against 11 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It holds 23.6 cu ft behind the second row against 7.5.
Where the 2025 Fiat 500e answers
- It costs $50 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($650 against $700).
- It is rated 116 combined against 111 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
What they share
- 149 miles of range.
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.
Specifications side by side
44 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Nissan LeafS FWD | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,140 | — |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Engine type (full description) | 110 kW AC synchronous electric motor (EM-57) | AC three-phase with permanent magnetic rotor |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 117 hp |
| Torque | 236 lb-ft | 162 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 123 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 111 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 99 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 8.193 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 1 | 1 |
| Transmission type | Single-speed gear reducer | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in | 4.5 in |
| Overall height | 61.5 in | 66.3 in |
| Overall length | 176 in | 143 in |
| Overall width | 70.5 in | 74.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 106 in | 91.4 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 30 cu-ft | — |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 23.6 cu-ft | 7.5 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 116 cu-ft | 101 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 41.2 in | 39.3 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.3 in | — |
| Third-row headroom | — | 35.4 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.1 in | 41.8 in |
| Second-row legroom | 33.5 in | — |
| Third-row legroom | — | 29.5 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,509 lbs | 2,952 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,509 lbs | 2,952 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,508 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with coil springs and stabilizer bar | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension type | Torsion beam with integrated stabilizer bar | Rear twist-beam axle |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Vehicle-speed-sensitive electric power steering | Electric power steering (EPS) column |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 34.8 ft | 15.8 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 283 mm | 281 mm |
| Front brake type | vented disc | vented disc |
| Parking brake type | foot pedal | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 292 mm | 202 mm |
| Rear brake type | vented disc | drum |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | steel | Cast aluminum |
| Wheel width | — | 6.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 205/55R16 | 205/45 R17 |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 54.3 in | 51.1 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 52.5 in | — |
| Third-row shoulder room | — | 47.8 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
150 features · differences first, then sharedSafety33 differ · 33 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS FWD | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection | std | — |
| Intelligent Forward Collision Warning | std | — |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | std | — |
| Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags | std | — |
| Intelligent Lane Intervention | std | — |
| Intelligent Lane Intervention | std | — |
| Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor | std | — |
| RearView Monitor | std | — |
| Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection | std | — |
| Rear seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags | std | — |
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system | std | — |
| 4-wheel power-assisted disc brakes | std | — |
| Blind Spot Intervention | std | — |
| Blind Spot Warning | std | — |
| Child safety rear door locks | std | — |
| Child seat upper tether anchor | std | — |
| Cooperative regenerative brakes – Electrically driven intelligent brake | std | — |
| Driver and front passenger knee supplemental air bags | std | — |
| Electronic brake force distribution | std | — |
| Energy-absorbing steering column | std | — |
| High Beam Assist | std | — |
| Hill Start Assist | std | — |
| LATCH system | std | — |
| Power window lockout system | std | — |
| Rear Automatic Braking | std | — |
| Rear Door Alert | std | — |
| Side door guard beams | std | — |
| Traction control system | std | — |
| Vehicle Dynamic Control | std | — |
| Vehicle security system | std | — |
| Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones | std | — |
| Nissan vehicle immobilizer system | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System – 4-corner pressure readout (center display) | std | — |
Infotainment8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS FWD | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 4 USB ports | std | — |
| AM/FM with MP3/WMA playback capability, 4 speakers | std | — |
| Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ | std | — |
| Bluetooth® hands-free phone system | std | — |
| Hands-free text messaging assistant | std | — |
| NissanConnect® with 8.0-inch color display with multi-touch control | std | — |
| Siri® Eyes Free | std | — |
| SiriusXM® Radio (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately) | std | — |
Convenience8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS FWD | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Nissan Intelligent Key™ with push-button start and charge port door release | std | — |
| 12-volt power outlet | std | — |
| Charging timer – set desired charge time | std | — |
| Cruise control | std | — |
| Parking brake – Manual, foot pedal | std | — |
| Power door locks with auto locking system | std | — |
| Power windows with driver's side one-touch auto up/down | std | — |
| Remote charge door release | std | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS FWD | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Temperature Control (includes passive ventilation logic) | std | — |
| Heater, AC timer | std | — |
Seating5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS FWD | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 folding rear seats | std | — |
| 6-way manual driver's seat | std | — |
| 4-way manual front passenger seat | std | — |
| Bio Suede PET material | std | — |
| Seating Capacity, F/R: 2/2 | — | std |
Interior21 differ · 21 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS FWD | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Bottle holders – 4 (door panels) | std | — |
| Center console storage | std | — |
| Cup holders – 2 in center console | std | — |
| Digital meter cluster | std | — |
| Front and rear assist grips | 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 compartment | std | — |
| Passenger seat pockets | 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 |
| Room lamp | std | — |
| Sun visors with extension | std | — |
| Total Interior Volume: 101.2 | — | std |
| Manual tilt / Manual telescopic steering wheel | std | — |
| Trip computer (State of Charge percentage, instant and average energy consumption, driving time, outside temperature and autonomy range) | std | — |
Exterior33 differ · 33 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS FWD | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 16-inch steel with full wheel covers | std | — |
| Aerodynamic halogen headlights | std | — |
| Aerodynamic underbody cover and rear diffuser | std | — |
| All-season 205/55R16 Bridgestone Ecopia | std | — |
| Center high-mounted stop light | std | — |
| Charge port light and lock | std | — |
| Chrome outside door handles | std | — |
| Curb Weight, lb. (kg): 2952 lb. (1342 kg) | — | std |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd): 0.324 | — | std |
| Dual power remote-controlled outside mirrors | std | — |
| Energy-absorbing body-color front and rear bumpers | std | — |
| Fixed roof antenna | std | — |
| Front overhang: 28.81 (732) | — | std |
| Ground Clearance: 4.48 (0,114) | — | std |
| LED tail lights | std | — |
| Overall Height: 66.3 (1,684) | — | std |
| Overall Length: 142.95 (3,631) | — | std |
| Overall Width with mirrors: 74.12 (1,883) | — | std |
| Rear overhang: 22.71 (577) | — | std |
| Tire repair kit – mounted in trunk | 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 |
| Variable intermittent windshield wipers | 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 |
| Automatic on/off headlights | std | — |
| Rear window defroster with timer | std | — |
| Rear spoiler | std | — |
Powertrain29 differ · 30 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS FWD | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 110 kW AC synchronous electric motor (EM-57) | std | — |
| 147 horsepower | std | — |
| 236 lb-ft of torque @ 0~3,283 rpm | std | — |
| 40 kWh lithium-ion battery, 192 cells | std | — |
| 6.6 kW onboard charger (6.0 kW output) | std | — |
| B-mode – Engages regenerative braking more aggressively while decelerating | 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 |
| e-Pedal | std | — |
| Eco-Mode – Increased regenerative braking, assists in limiting motor output and reduces HVAC power output | 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 |
| High output quick charge port | std | — |
| Li-ion battery pack warranty – 8 years or 100,000 miles against defects; 8 years or 100,000 miles against excessive capacity loss | std | — |
| Maximum vehicle speed (estimated): 94 mph (150 kph) | — | std |
| Portable charge cable (120V / 240V EVSE) | std | — |
| Power (SAE): 117 hp (87 kW) | — | std |
| Shift-by-wire drive 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 |
| Front-wheel drive (FWD) | std | std |
Chassis8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS FWD | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front Brake Rotor size and type: 11.06 x 1.02 (281 x 26) vented | — | std |
| Front Suspension: MacPherson strut | — | std |
| Rear Brake Drum size and type: 7.99 x 1.49 (202 x 37) | — | 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 |
Cargo2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS FWD | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD |
|---|---|---|
| EPA Luggage Compartment Volume: 7.51 cu. ft. (0.213 cu. m) | — | std |
| Trunk Liftover Height: 27.36 (695) | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPNissan Leaf
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 7 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (3), Vehicle Speed Control (2), Unspecified (2)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Fiat 500e
Safety Signal 97 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 1
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
- minor Exterior Lighting 25V715000 · 2,195 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Nissan LeafS FWD | Fiat 500eGiorgio Armani Collector's Edition FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $28,140 (base trim) | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $28,140 – $36,190 2 trims | — 1 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | BEV |
| EPA configuration compared | LEAF | 500e |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 111 | 116 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $700 | $650 |
| EV range | 149 mi | 149 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Nissan Leaf or the 2025 Fiat 500e?
The Nissan Leaf wins clearly, 99 to 67.7, on tech & comfort, safety, space & cargo. The Fiat 500e is ahead on fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Nissan Leaf scores 99 and the 2025 Fiat 500e 67.7. 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 Nissan Leaf or the 2025 Fiat 500e?
2025 Nissan Leaf: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 0 recalls. 2025 Fiat 500e: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 1 recall. 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 Nissan Leaf and the 2025 Fiat 500e?
Where the 2025 Nissan Leaf wins: it lists 33 standard driver-assist features against 0, lists more comfort and tech equipment (33 points against 11 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and holds 23.6 cu ft behind the second row against 7.5. Where the 2025 Fiat 500e answers: it costs $50 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($650 against $700) and is rated 116 combined against 111 (EPA mpg or MPGe). What they share: 149 miles of range.