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Fiat 500 vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Mercedes V Class?

Fiat 500 vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Fiat 500

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Mercedes V Class

  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Fiat 500 is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,030 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 500 uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

V Class

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes V Class offers clearly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 119 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers substantially more torque with 500 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is substantially lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 1,062 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries considerably more – 908 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 583 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 500 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Fiat 500

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 65 - 118 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 190 - 331 km
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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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Reijo Muhonen
28 Feb 2026, 16:46:06

I've owned both cars, and I still end up with the Fiat 500 — it always puts me in a good mood. For longer trips I take the train.

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Mercedes V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4
Seats
6
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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