FIAT 500X vs Kia Niro
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia Niro
Overview
| Spec | FIAT 500XPop | Kia NiroLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Pop | LX |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | hybrid |
| Model year | 2023 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | FIAT 500XPop | Kia NiroLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,245 | $27,090 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $9,997 (best) | $24,000 |
| Median listing price | $9,997 (best) | $30,310 |
| Highest listing price | $9,997 (best) | $33,945 |
| For sale now | 1 | 34 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | FIAT 500XPop | Kia NiroLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 53 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 53 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 54 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 12.7 gal (best) | 11 gal |
Performance
| Spec | FIAT 500XPop | Kia NiroLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 177 hp (best) | 139 hp |
| Torque | 210 lb-ft (best) | 195 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.3 L | 1.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | FIAT 500XPop | Kia NiroLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 39.8 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,305 lbs | 3,071 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.9 in (best) | 6 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 107 in (best) |
| Length | 167.2 in | 174 in (best) |
| Width | 70.7 in | 72 in (best) |
| Height | 63.7 in (best) | 61 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | FIAT 500XPop | Kia NiroLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | FIAT 500X | Kia Niro |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pop $30,245 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $27,090 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport $33,275 MSRP | EX $29,890 MSRP |
| 3 | — | SX $33,090 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SX Touring $35,490 MSRP |
Live inventory
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FIAT 500X vs Kia Niro FAQ
- Which is better: 2023 FIAT 500X or 2026 Kia Niro?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2023 FIAT 500X vs 2026 Kia Niro on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2023 FIAT 500X or 2026 Kia Niro?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia Niro starts lower at $27,090. Live FIAT 500X listings start at $9,997. Live Kia Niro listings start at $24,000.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2023 FIAT 500X or 2026 Kia Niro?
- The 2026 Kia Niro leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,090).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2023 FIAT 500X or 2026 Kia Niro?
- The 2026 Kia Niro leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (53).
- Which has better horsepower: 2023 FIAT 500X or 2026 Kia Niro?
- The 2023 FIAT 500X leads on horsepower in this comparison (177).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2023 FIAT 500X or 2026 Kia Niro?
- The 2023 FIAT 500X leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2023 FIAT 500X vs 2026 Kia Niro?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Kia Niro (4/5 NHTSA overall).