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Quick verdict
The Citroën ë-C3 has a higher peak charging speed at 100 kW DC, but the Fiat 500e actually finishes the 10-80% charge faster (25 min vs 26 min) thanks to its smaller battery. The Fiat 500e is more efficient at 159 Wh/km. The Fiat 500e offers more WLTP rated range at 333 km.
Side-by-Side Specs
| Spec | Citroën ë-C3 | Fiat 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Battery (approx.) | ~44 kWh | ~37.3 kWh |
| WLTP range (rated) | ~326 km | ~333 km |
| Efficiency (approx.) | ~172 Wh/km | ~159 Wh/km |
| Max DC charging | up to 100 kW | up to 85 kW |
| 10-80% charge time (approx.) | ~26 min | ~25 min |
| Max AC charging | up to 7.4 kW | up to 11 kW |
| DC connector | CCS2 | CCS2 |
Charging Speed
The Citroën ë-C3 has a peak DC charging speed of 100 kW, which is roughly 18% faster than the Fiat 500e at 85 kW. In practice, peak speed only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.
For the 10-80% charge (the most common DC fast charging scenario), the Fiat 500e finishes in about 25 minutes, which is 1 minutes quicker than the Citroën ë-C3 at 26 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.
Range and Efficiency
The Fiat 500e has a WLTP rated range of approximately 333 km, which is roughly 7 km more than the Citroën ë-C3 at approximately 326 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.
Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Fiat 500e consumes 159 Wh/km, compared to 172 Wh/km for the Citroën ë-C3. That means the Fiat 500e uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.
A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Fiat 500e has approximately 37.3 kWh of useable battery , while the Citroën ë-C3 has approximately 44 kWh.
Which One Should You Choose?
The Citroën ë-C3 has the higher peak DC speed at up to 100 kW, but the Fiat 500e actually finishes the 10-80% charge faster at approximately 25 minutes versus approximately 26 minutes. That is because the Fiat 500e has a smaller battery to fill. On road trips, time at the plug matters more than peak power.
For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Fiat 500e supports up to 11 kW, compared to 7.4 kW for the Citroën ë-C3. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can mean charging roughly twice as fast at those locations.
If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Fiat 500e is the more efficient choice at 159 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.
For maximum range between charges, the Fiat 500e has a WLTP rated range of approximately 333 km, which is roughly 7 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.
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From Finn, engineer: Charging specs alone do not tell the full story. Real-world charging speed depends on battery temperature, state of charge, and the charger itself. These comparisons use manufacturer-published data. Approximate values only.
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