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Fiat 500 vs Mercedes Vito Bus comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Mercedes Vito Bus?

Fiat 500 vs Mercedes Vito Bus: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Mercedes Vito Bus

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • significantly more trunk space
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Fiat 500 is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Bus costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,196 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 500 uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Bus. That’s a difference of about 13.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 370 km, about 39 km more than the Fiat 500.

Vito Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Bus delivers significantly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is substantially lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 893 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers significantly more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 1,205 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries substantially more – 1,077 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 752 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Bus is decisively ahead 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.

from £36,300
Vito Bus

Mercedes Vito Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.7 - 10 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 248 - 370 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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Reviews Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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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 Vito Bus

The Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.

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Reviews Mercedes Vito Bus

5 (1 Reviews)
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Juan Ramírez
8 Apr 2026, 04:49:28

Comfort, useful space and engine — all good. It only seats two occupants, unless you ask otherwise.

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Mercedes Vito Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
248 - 370 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 - 228 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4
Seats
8
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
Length
-
Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
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Height
1,890 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
726 - 1,077 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
136 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
330 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
100 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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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