2018 FIAT 500c vs. 2018 BMW 2 Series
In comparing the 2018 FIAT 500c's and the 2018 BMW 2 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2018 FIAT 500c has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and resale value. The 2018 BMW 2 Series has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 FIAT 500c's and the 2018 BMW 2 Series's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2018 FIAT 500c vs. 2018 BMW 2 Series Pricing
A used 2018 FIAT 500c ranges from $9,145 to $22,495 while a used 2018 BMW 2 Series is priced between $24,631 to $38,723.
2018 FIAT 500c vs. 2018 BMW 2 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 FIAT 500c loses 39.9 percent of its value and the 2018 BMW 2 Series loses 43.8 percent of its value. This means the 2018 FIAT 500c retains 3.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 BMW 2 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 FIAT 500c’s base engine makes 135 horsepower, and the 2018 BMW 2 Series base engine makes 248 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are subcompact cars, the 2018 BMW 2 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2018 FIAT 500c has the advantage in the area of rear shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9145 - 22495
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.399202
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24631 - 38723
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.438025
FIAT 500c Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 2 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
FIAT 500c Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 9BMW 2 Series Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 FIAT 500c Trim Levels
Abarth, Lounge, Pop, Retro
2018 BMW 2 Series Trim Levels
230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
135 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
329 / 466 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
49.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.4 inches
Cargo Space:
5.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
42.2 inches
Cargo Space:
9.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2505 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
59.8 inches
Length:
144.4 inches
Wheelbase:
90.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3680 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
174.7 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/45R16XL
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/50R17