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500e 42kWh

Electric car · M1 · Updated 2026-03

Iconic Italian city car reimagined electric — perfect for Dublin city living with retro charm.

Fiat 500e 42kWh — electric car Ireland 2026
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€27,646 After SEAI + VRT grants
320km WLTP ~250km real-world
320WLTP range km42kWh battery
250Real range kmIrish conditions est.
85Max DC kWFast charging
9.0s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€27,646Net priceAfter grants
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity42 kWh
WLTP range320 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~250 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)9.0s
Top speed150 km/h
Torque220 Nm
DrivetrainFWD
Max DC charge rate85 kW
Max AC charge rate11 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Boot capacity185 L
Seats4
Dimensions
Length3,631 mm
Width1,683 mm
Height1,527 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 150,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range320km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~250km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

Fiat highlights

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Iconic Italian design
500e's classic-modern design — one of Europe's most distinctive EVs
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Urban specialist
500e optimised for city driving — compact size, easy parking
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Stellantis Group
Shared e-CMP platform with Peugeot, Citroën and Jeep EVs

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€33,490
SEAI Private Car Grant− €3,500
VRT relief− €2,344
Net price after grants€27,646

💡 Total savings of €5,844. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.

SEAI Private Car Grant €3,500 VRT relief €2,344 Motor tax €120/yr Home charger grant €300 BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
Estimated annual running costs (15,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€473
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€965
Motor tax€120/yr
Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L)~€2,227/yr
💡 Cost comparison: At an Electric Ireland night rate of €0.24/kWh, 15,000km of driving in the 500e costs approximately €473 in electricity — compared with ~€2,700 in petrol for an equivalent car.

🚘 500e — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026

All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500) and VRT relief (€2,344). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.

Model / Trim Battery & Range Price After Grants
500e 23.8kWh (city)
City
24kWh · 180km €27,990€22,531
500e 42kWh Action 42kWh · 320km €31,990€26,251
500e 42kWh Icon
Most Popular
42kWh · 320km €33,490€27,646
500e 42kWh La Prima
Top Spec
42kWh · 320km €36,990€30,901

Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price < €65,000) and VRT relief (capped at actual VRT due — 7% of OMSP, max €5,000 up to €40k, max €2,500 up to €50k, nil above €50k). Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available — VRT relief only. Always verify at seai.ie.

🇮🇪 500e on Irish routes

Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).

🛣️ Dublin → Cork 260km · M8
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🛤️ Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 30km remaining
🏝️ Dublin → Kerry 310km · M7/N21
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🌊 Dublin → Donegal 260km · N2/N14
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🔄 Cork → Dublin (return) 520km · Round trip
⚡ One rapid charge stop needed
🏠 Daily commute (avg) 50km · /day
✅ 5+ days between home charges

Based on ~250km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the 500e right for you?

First-time EV buyer✅ Good starter EV
Family with children⚠️ Check seating
Daily commuter (<100km)✅ Perfect
Intercity driving⚠️ Charge stop likely
Towing (trailer/caravan)❌ Not rated for towing
Private buyer (SEAI + VRT)✅ €5,844 total grants
Company car / BIK saving✅ BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
AWD / off-road capability⚠️ FWD/RWD only
💡 Best for: Urban style icon.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~6h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~4h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~35min
🚀 85kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~21min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. The 500e supports up to 85kW DC; the 600e and Grande Panda reach 100kW DC.

Fiat's My Fiat app provides access to public charging and home charging management via Free2Move. At a 50kW ESB ecars station, the 500e charges 10–80% in approximately 35 minutes; the 600e in around 30 minutes.

📐 Dimensions & practicality

Length3,631 mm
Width1,683 mm
Height1,527 mm
Boot capacity185 L
TowingNot rated
Seats4
Battery warranty8 years / 150,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 150,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Fiat 500e 42kWh

The Fiat 500e 42kWh has an Irish list price of €33,490 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500 and VRT relief of €2,344, the net cost is approximately €27,646. The range starts from €27,990 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Fiat 500e 42kWh has a WLTP official range of 320km. In real-world Irish conditions — motorway speeds, Irish temperatures and typical mixed urban/rural driving — expect approximately 250km per charge. This suits daily commuting and suburban driving comfortably.
Yes. The Fiat 500e 42kWh qualifies for the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500. New M1 BEV, list price €14k–€60k. Apply via seai.ie after purchase. VRT relief of €2,344 also applies, giving total state support of €5,844. Verify current eligibility at seai.ie.
Yes. Company car drivers benefit from the BIK (Benefit in Kind) OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026, significantly reducing taxable BIK on EVs. Combined with zero motor tax (€120/yr) and lower fuel costs versus petrol, the Fiat 500e 42kWh is one of the most tax-efficient company cars in Ireland. The SEAI grant of €3,500 also applies for private buyers.
At 15,000km per year: home charging at a €0.24/kWh night rate costs approximately €473. Public charging at €0.49/kWh costs approximately €965. Add €120 motor tax. Compare to approximately €2,700 in petrol for an equivalent combustion car.
Yes. The Fiat 500e qualifies for the SEAI €3,500 Private Car Grant (list price under €60,000). VRT relief of up to €5,000 may also apply depending on OMSP. The SEAI Home Charger Grant (€300) applies to eligible wallbox installations.
The Fiat 500e 42kWh supports up to 85kW DC and 11kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 6 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 35 minutes. At the maximum 85kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 21 minutes.
The Fiat 500e 42kWh uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Fiat 500e 42kWh is €120 per year — the lowest available band in Ireland (A1, 0g/km CO₂). All battery electric vehicles registered as private cars qualify for this rate, compared to €280–€700+/year for an equivalent petrol or diesel car.

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