FIAT 500 vs. MINI Cooper
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the FIAT 500 and MINI Cooper contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the FIAT 500 and the MINI Cooper.
When comparing the FIAT 500's and the MINI Cooper's specifications and ratings, the FIAT 500 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The MINI Cooper has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the FIAT 500's and the MINI Cooper's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2019 FIAT 500 ranges from $12,190 to $20,758 while a used 2011 MINI Cooper is priced between $4,991 to $11,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the FIAT 500’s base engine makes 135 horsepower, and the MINI Cooper base engine makes 121 horsepower. The 500 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 347 miles. The Cooper is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles. This gives the MINI Cooper the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the FIAT 500. The 500 uses premium unleaded, and the Cooper uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The FIAT 500 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The MINI Cooper has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings: The FIAT 500 has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$16,495
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$17,553
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$12,460 - $26,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$19,400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$16,550
Price Range:
$12,190 - $20,758
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$16,389
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$11,778 - $30,722
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
29,333
# Good or Great Deals:
4
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$7,991
Price Range:
$4,991 - $11,993
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
76
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
94,754
# Good or Great Deals:
24
FIAT 500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
MINI Cooper Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for FIAT 500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
5.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.9 - 8.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for MINI Cooper
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
0.5 - 13.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.7
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
FIAT 500 Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
15 out of / 21Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
30 out of / 43MINI Cooper Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
FIAT 500 Trim Levels
Abarth, Lounge, Pop, Retro
MINI Cooper Trim Levels
Not yet available
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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 Specs
Horsepower:
121 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 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):
28 / 33 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 347 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 37 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 488 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
N/A
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:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
49.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.4 inches
Cargo Space:
9.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
44.7 inches
Cargo Space:
5.7 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:
2568 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
55.4 inches
Length:
145.6 inches
Wheelbase:
97.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/45R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
175/65R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Vesuvio Black Pearl
Blue
Laser Blue Metallic / Mezzanotte Blue Pearl
Gray
Colosseo Gray / Granito Gray
Green
Oliva Green Pearl
Orange
Luminosa Orange
Red
Brillante Red
Silver
Pompei Silver
White
Bianco White Ice / Perla White Tri-Coat
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Horizon Blue Metallic / Ice Blue / Laser Blue Metallic
Gray
Not available
Green
British Racing Green II Metallic
Orange
Spice Orange Metallic
Red
Chili Red
Silver
Pure Silver Metallic / Velvet Silver Metallic / White Silver Metallic
White
Pepper White
Beige
Sparkling Silver Metallic
Brown
Hot Chocolate Metallic
Yellow
Interchange Yellow
Interior Colors
Black
Nero
White
Avorio
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Carbon Black Checkered Cloth / Carbon Black Leatherette / Carbon Black Lounge Leather / Carbon Black Punch Leather
White
Not available
Beige
Polar Beige Gravity Leather
Brown
Toffee Leather Cross Check / Carbon Black Cloth
Green
Classic Green Lounge Leather
Red
Rooster Red Leather / Carbon Black Cloth