FIAT 500L vs. MINI Cooper
When comparing the FIAT 500L's and the MINI Cooper's specifications and ratings, the FIAT 500L 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 500L's and the MINI Cooper's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
FIAT 500L vs. MINI Cooper Pricing
A used 2020 FIAT 500L ranges from $16,721 to $22,830 while a used 2011 MINI Cooper is priced between $5,768 to $13,854.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the FIAT 500L’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the MINI Cooper base engine makes 121 horsepower. The 500L is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 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 500L. The 500L uses premium unleaded, and the Cooper uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The FIAT 500L has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The MINI Cooper has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$16,721 - $22,830
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$5,768 - $13,854
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
FIAT 500L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
MINI Cooper Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
FIAT 500L Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
18 out of / 28Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 28Ranking
27 out of / 43Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
42 out of / 43MINI Cooper Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
FIAT 500L Trim Levels
Lounge, Pop, Trekking, Urbana
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):
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:
160 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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:
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:
1.6 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
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:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
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:
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:
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
Overall Interior Volume:
121.1 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:
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:
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 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
175/65R15
