FIAT 500L vs. Honda HR-V
In comparing the FIAT 500L's and the Honda HR-V's specifications and ratings, the FIAT 500L has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability and base engine power. The Honda HR-V has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the FIAT 500L's and the Honda HR-V's specifications and ratings, the Honda HR-V is a better car than the FIAT 500L.
FIAT 500L vs. Honda HR-V Pricing
A used 2020 FIAT 500L ranges from $15,799 to $22,066 while a used 2020 Honda HR-V is priced between $19,999 to $26,981.
FIAT 500L vs. Honda HR-V Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the FIAT 500L loses 48.1 percent of its value and the Honda HR-V loses 34.2 percent of its value. This means the Honda HR-V retains 13.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the FIAT 500L.
FIAT 500L vs. Honda HR-V Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the FIAT 500L is 6.9 out of 10 while the Honda HR-V's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the FIAT 500L being ranked 15 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks and the Honda HR-V being ranked 5 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs.
FIAT 500L vs. Honda HR-V Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the FIAT 500L is 7.0 out of 10. For the Honda HR-V the reliability rating is 5.6 out of 10. This gives the FIAT 500L an advantage in reliability compared to the Honda HR-V.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the FIAT 500L’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the Honda HR-V base engine makes 141 horsepower. The 500L is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. The HR-V is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. This gives the Honda HR-V the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the FIAT 500L. The 500L uses premium unleaded, and the HR-V uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Honda HR-V, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The FIAT 500L, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Honda HR-V has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15799 - 22066
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.481339
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19999 - 26981
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.342492
FIAT 500L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Honda HR-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.033333 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
FIAT 500L Rankings
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1 out of / 43Ranking
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23 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 28Ranking
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29 out of / 43Ranking
40 out of / 43Honda HR-V Rankings
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3 out of / 66Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 56Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
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25 out of / 56Ranking
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57 out of / 66Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
FIAT 500L Trim Levels
Lounge, Pop, Trekking, Urbana
Honda HR-V Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, LX, Sport, Touring
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
141 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
127 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 449 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
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
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
22.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
24.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
124.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3254 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
167 inches
Wheelbase:
102.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2906 lbs
Width:
69.8 inches
Height:
63.2 inches
Length:
170.4 inches
Wheelbase:
102.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17