2026 Fiat 500e vs 2026 Nissan Leaf
The Fiat 500e wins clearly, 94.1 to 73.1, on safety. The Nissan Leaf is ahead on fuel & range.
2026 Fiat 500e
The 2026 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…
2026 Nissan Leaf
The 2026 Nissan Leaf is sold in the U.S. as an electric compact hatchback with 3 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the LEAF 75kWh (18 inch st…
2026 Fiat 500e
Clear winThe Fiat 500e wins clearly, 94.1 to 73.1, on safety. The Nissan Leaf is ahead on fuel & range.
| Category · weight | 2026 Nissan Leafoverall 73.1 | 2026 Fiat 500eoverall 94.1 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 86.3 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 53 | 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 & cargonot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Performancenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 73.1 | 94.1 | ||||||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 2 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Fiat 500e
Nissan Leaf: open park-outside / do-not-drive advisory (−25)
Nissan Leaf: base trim S+ FWD · Fiat 500e: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available). Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Fiat 500e wins
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 78).
Where the 2026 Nissan Leaf answers
- It goes 154 miles further on a charge (303 against 149 miles of EPA range).
- It is rated 121 combined against 116 (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.
Specifications side by side
29 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Nissan LeafS+ FWD | Fiat 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,990 | — |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Engine type (full description) | 160 kW AC synchronous electric motor | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 214 hp | — |
| Torque | 261 lb-ft | — |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 131 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 121 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 111 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission type | Electric single-speed | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | — |
| Overall height | 61.3 in | — |
| Overall length | 173 in | — |
| Overall width | 71.3 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 106 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 55.5 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.9 in | — |
| Second-row headroom | 37.2 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.4 in | — |
| Second-row legroom | 31.8 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,187 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,187 lbs | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Vehicle-speed-sensitive electric power-steering | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 35.4 ft | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | — |
| Wheel material | steel | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 215/55 R18 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | NissanConnect | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 56 in | — |
| Second-row shoulder room | 54.6 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
76 features · differences first, then sharedSafety29 differ · 29 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS+ FWD | Fiat 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Emergency Braking (with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection) | std | — |
| ProPILOT Assist | std | — |
| 3D Intelligent Around View® Monitor | std | — |
| Forward Collision Warning | std | — |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | std | — |
| Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning | std | — |
| Lane Keep Assist | std | — |
| Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor | std | — |
| Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags | std | — |
| Driver Attention Alert | std | — |
| Rear seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags | std | — |
| Rear sonar sensors | std | — |
| Anti-lock braking system | std | — |
| Blind Spot Intervention | std | — |
| Blind Spot Warning | std | — |
| Driver and front passenger knee supplemental air bags | std | — |
| Front Wide View | std | — |
| High Beam Assist | std | — |
| Intelligent Hood View | std | — |
| Lane Departure Prevention | std | — |
| Post-collision auto-hazard and emergency call | std | — |
| Predictive Forward Collision Warning | std | — |
| Rear Door Alert | std | — |
| Secondary Collision Mitigation Braking | std | — |
| Traction control system | std | — |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | std | — |
| Vehicle Dynamic Control | std | — |
| Tire pressure monitoring system | std | — |
Infotainment10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS+ FWD | Fiat 500e |
|---|---|---|
| 4-speaker audio system | std | — |
| Amazon Alexa Built-in | std | — |
| Bluetooth® hands-free phone system | std | — |
| Hands-free text messaging assistant | std | — |
| NissanConnect® telematics – 5G | std | — |
| NissanConnect® with 12.3-inch touchscreen | std | — |
| SiriusXM® 360 | std | — |
| USB Type C ports (front) | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® | std | — |
Convenience6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS+ FWD | Fiat 500e |
|---|---|---|
| 12-volt power outlet (front) | std | — |
| Nissan Intelligent Key™ with push-button start | std | — |
| Portable charge cable (120V / 240V EVSE) | std | — |
| Power door locks with auto locking system | std | — |
| Power windows with remote open for driver's window | std | — |
| Manual liftgate | std | — |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS+ FWD | Fiat 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic climate control with rear foot ducting | std | — |
Seating3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS+ FWD | Fiat 500e |
|---|---|---|
| 6-way manual adjustable | std | — |
| 60/40 folding rear seats | std | — |
| Cloth | std | — |
Interior12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS+ FWD | Fiat 500e |
|---|---|---|
| 12.3-inch Advanced Drive-Assist® Display | std | — |
| Ambient lighting, white | std | — |
| Bottle holders – 4 (door panels) | std | — |
| Cargo area LED lighting | std | — |
| Center console storage | std | — |
| Cup holders – 2 in center console | std | — |
| Glove compartment | std | — |
| Manual-dimming inside rearview mirror | std | — |
| Room lamp | std | — |
| Sun visors with extension | std | — |
| TailorFit™ steering wheel | std | — |
| Manual tilt / Manual telescopic | std | — |
Exterior6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS+ FWD | Fiat 500e |
|---|---|---|
| 18-inch steel with full wheel covers | std | — |
| 215/55 R18 Yokohama AVID GT | std | — |
| LED daytime running lights | std | — |
| LED tail lights | std | — |
| Variable intermittent windshield wipers | std | — |
| Rear window defroster | std | — |
Powertrain9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Nissan LeafS+ FWD | Fiat 500e |
|---|---|---|
| 160 kW AC synchronous electric motor | std | — |
| 214 horsepower, 261 lb-ft of torque | std | — |
| 7.2 kW onboard charger | std | — |
| 75 kWh lithium-ion battery | std | — |
| Charging timer – set desired charge time | std | — |
| J1772 charging port | std | — |
| North American Charging Standard (NACS) port | std | — |
| Plug & Charge capability | std | — |
| Vehicle-to-load capability (V2L), 1,500 watts (requires adapter for exterior J1772 port) | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPNissan Leaf
Top recalls
- critical Electrical System 26V188000 · 51 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 26V425000 · 3,788 vehicles · filed unfixed
Fiat 500e
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Nissan LeafS+ FWD | Fiat 500e | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $29,990 (base trim) | — |
| Price range across trims | $29,990 – $38,990 3 trims | — |
| Powertrains | BEV | BEV |
| EPA configuration compared | LEAF 75kWh (18 inch steel Wheels) | 500e |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 121 | 116 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $650 | $650 |
| EV range | 303 mi | 149 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Nissan Leaf or the 2026 Fiat 500e?
The Fiat 500e wins clearly, 94.1 to 73.1, on safety. The Nissan Leaf is ahead on fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Fiat 500e scores 94.1 and the 2026 Nissan Leaf 73.1. 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 2026 Nissan Leaf or the 2026 Fiat 500e?
2026 Nissan Leaf: no NHTSA rating yet, grade C, 2 recalls (1 filed with no repair available). 2026 Fiat 500e: 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 2026 Nissan Leaf and the 2026 Fiat 500e?
Where the 2026 Fiat 500e wins: it has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 78). Where the 2026 Nissan Leaf answers: it goes 154 miles further on a charge (303 against 149 miles of EPA range) and is rated 121 combined against 116 (EPA mpg or MPGe). What they share: the same EPA fuel cost ($650 a year).