Fiat 500 vs Suzuki Swift
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Hatchbacks compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 4 Sep 2026, price 21 Oct 2026
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$28,900RRP
- no option data for this car
$23,990RRP
- no option data for this car
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Price Breakdown
The Fiat 500 starts from $28,900 before on-road costs, while the Suzuki Swift opens at $23,990. That makes the Suzuki Swift the more affordable entry point by $4,910.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $31,790 and $26,389 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Suzuki Swift by roughly $1,140 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Recalls on our record
Fiat 500
- REC-003875 · published 30 May 2019On affected vehicles the drive axle may break due to a nonconformity in the production process.Year range on the notice: the notice prints no build range
- REC-003732 · published 26 Jul 2016Possible non-conformity of the right front seat guide tracks.Year range on the notice: the notice prints no build range
- REC-003693 · published 18 Apr 2016There is a potential deviation in the buckle heat treatment process.Year range on the notice: the notice prints no build range
Suzuki Swift
- REC-006262 · published 5 Feb 2025Due to a manufacturing defect, the steering shaft nut may not be tightened to specifications.Year range on the notice: 2022 - 2023
- REC-006259 · published 5 Feb 2025Due to a manufacturing defect, the steering shaft nut may not be tightened to specifications.Year range on the notice: 2022 - 2023
- REC-001268 · published 13 Jun 2019Side airbags, curtain airbags and seatbelt pretensioner may be inadvertently deployed when the rear door is slammed shut.Year range on the notice: 2017 - 2019
- 10 more on the model page.
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Feature Showdown
The Fiat 500 features a 7-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Suzuki Swift gets a 9-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
Interior trim differs: the Fiat 500 gets fabric upholstery while the Suzuki Swift offers cloth.
Drivetrain
The Fiat 500 uses a MultiAir Petrol producing 51kW and 102Nm of torque, sent through a 5-speed dualogic automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 12.9 seconds.
The Suzuki Swift responds with a Petrol making 59.6kW and 109Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 12.4 seconds.
The Suzuki Swift has the clear power advantage at 59.6kW vs 51kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Suzuki Swift is 0.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Fiat 500 measures 3,571mm long on a 2,300mm wheelbase, 289mm shorter than the Suzuki Swift at 3,860mm (2,450mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Suzuki Swift generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 185L in the Fiat 500 and 267L in the Suzuki Swift, giving the Suzuki Swift a 82L advantage. The Suzuki Swift seats 5 vs 4.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
9.3m to 9.8m
Based on 9.3m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 9.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Compare U-turns side by side
Turning Circle · U-turn compare
kerb-to-kerb, 2 cars0 of 2 clear a 7.0 m street in one sweep
Green cars complete the U-turn; amber need a 3-point turn. Drag the slider to test tighter streets.
Standard widths: AU local streets ~5.5–7 m; main roads ~9–12 m.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,368/year for the Fiat 500 and $1,140/year for the Suzuki Swift. That is a $228 annual difference in favour of the Suzuki Swift.
Warranty: 3 years / 150,000km (Fiat 500) vs 3 years / 100,000km (Suzuki Swift). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Fiat 500 if: You or prefer Fiat's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Suzuki Swift if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, need more boot space, want lower running costs, or prefer Suzuki's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The CarSorted Score calls this a draw (60 vs 66). The Fiat 500 and Suzuki Swift trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The Suzuki Swift will save you roughly $228 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Suzuki Swift has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Fiat 500 and Suzuki Swift?
The Suzuki Swift is the cheapest at $23,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Fiat 500 by $4,910.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Suzuki Swift uses the least fuel at 4L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Suzuki Swift holds a 3-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for Fiat 500, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The Suzuki Swift has the largest boot at 267L with the seats up.
Which is the most powerful?
The Suzuki Swift makes the most power at 59.6kW. The Suzuki Swift is quickest to 100km/h in 12.4s.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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