Suzuki Swift vs Fiat 500
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.
Price Breakdown
The Suzuki Swift starts from $23,990 before on-road costs, while the Fiat 500 opens at $28,900. 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 $26,389 and $31,790 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.
Safety Rundown
Both the Suzuki Swift and Fiat 500 hold a 4-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 47% for the Suzuki Swift and 78% for the Fiat 500.
Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 4 out of 10 key ADAS systems.
Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Suzuki Swift and 7 in the Fiat 500.
Feature Showdown
The Suzuki Swift features a 7-inch touchscreen, while the Fiat 500 gets a 7-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
Drivetrain
The Suzuki Swift uses a Petrol producing 61kW and 112Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 12.4 seconds.
The Fiat 500 responds with a MultiAir Petrol making 51kW and 102Nm, paired to a 5-speed dualogic automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 12.9 seconds.
The Suzuki Swift has the clear power advantage at 61kW vs 51kW. In the real-world sprint, 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 Suzuki Swift measures 3,860mm long on a 2,450mm wheelbase, 289mm longer than the Fiat 500 at 3,571mm (2,300mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Suzuki Swift generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 267L in the Suzuki Swift and 185L in the Fiat 500, giving the Suzuki Swift a 82L advantage. The Suzuki Swift seats 5 vs 4.
0Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
9.3m to 9.8m
Based on 9.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 9.3m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,311/year for the Suzuki Swift and $1,368/year for the Fiat 500. That is a $57 annual difference in favour of the Suzuki Swift.
Estimated annual total: $1,311 (Suzuki Swift) vs $1,368 (Fiat 500). The Suzuki Swift saves you roughly $57 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Warranty: 3 years / 100,000km (Suzuki Swift) vs 3 years / 150,000km (Fiat 500). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
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.
Buy the Fiat 500 if: You or prefer Fiat's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Suzuki Swift takes 5 of 5 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. The Suzuki Swift will save you roughly $57 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, Suzuki Swift and Fiat 500?
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 4.6L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Suzuki Swift and Fiat 500 all hold a 4-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Suzuki Swift has the largest boot at 267L.
Which is the most powerful?
The Suzuki Swift makes the most power at 61kW. The Suzuki Swift is quickest to 100km/h in 12.4s.
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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