2016 Volkswagen Beetle vs FIAT 500 Comparison

2016 Volkswagen Beetle vs FIAT 500

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Subcompact cars offers a distinctive and stylish body design, combined with sharp handling and tons of appeal. Two of the leading subcompact cars on the market right now are the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle and 2016 FIAT 500. With European styling and flair, the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle becomes the clear choice when you examine several important features of both vehicles.

Performance

Most subcompact cars are not known for their performance, but it is still nice to get some power from the engine when necessary. Thanks to the 170 horsepower in the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, you will not even know you are driving a subcompact vehicle. The same cannot be said for the 2016 FIAT 500. The FIAT 500 only offers 101 horsepower. While this is plenty of power to handle normal driving conditions, you will never get the any excitement when sitting behind the wheel of the 2016 FIAT 500.

Safety

Accidents can happen at any moment, so you want to make sure your new car will keep you protected at all times. Volkswagen has always taken pride in the safety of their cars, and the 2016 Beetle is no different. The new Volkswagen Beetle was given a perfect five-star overall crash test rating from the NHTSA. The 2016 FIAT 500 was only given a four-star overall crash test rating from the NHTSA. In addition to the lower overall rating, the 2016 FIAT 500 also got three stars in the frontal barrier passenger crash test and the side pole driver crash test. Crash test ratings are extremely important on subcompact car because they are so small, so it is hard to go against the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle.

Comfort

While you may be looking to purchase a new subcompact car, that does not mean you want to sacrifice comfort. There is nothing worse than being uncomfortable the entire time you are driving a new car. The Beetle has a total passenger volume of 85.1 cubic feet while the FIAT 500 only has 75.5 cubic feet of space for its passengers. This nearly 10 cubic feet of extra space will make a huge difference when it comes to the comfort of everyone in the vehicle. The front and back seat of the 2016 Beetle will easily provide more head space and leg room than the 2016 FIAT 500.

The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle outshines the 2016 FIAT 500 in nearly every important feature category, but you should still not make a decision before getting behind the wheel. Once you visit our Volkswagen dealership and experience the power of the 2016 Beetle during a test drive, you will instantly know it is the perfect subcompact car for your needs. Contact our VW dealership in Tallahassee for more information.

* EPA estimated MPG may vary by transmission, trim and individual driving behavior.