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) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
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) | None reported | None reported |
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 |