Head to head · City car
Fiat 500 vs Hyundai i10
On value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance, the Fiat 500 and Hyundai i10 finish level — the right pick comes down to which measures matter most to you.
| Measure | Fiat 500 | Hyundai i10 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £9,550 (2023, 18,500 mi) | £9,500 (2023, 16,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 68% | 84% · wins |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 81 · wins | 74 |
| Average mpg | 55 · wins | 52 |
| Insurance group | 8 | 5 · wins |
| Road tax / year | £200 | £200 |
| Typical annual service | £185 | £185 |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
500 vs i10 — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the 500 or the i10?
The Fiat 500 scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 81 against the Hyundai i10's 74 out of 100.
Which holds its value better, the 500 or the i10?
The Hyundai i10 — it keeps about 84% of its original price after three years, against 68% for the Fiat 500.
How much does a used 500 cost compared with a i10?
A roughly three-year-old Fiat 500 is worth about £9,550 at typical mileage, against about £9,500 for the equivalent Hyundai i10.