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Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 600 or Mercedes A-Class?
In the world of compact vehicles, two names have emerged prominently—Fiat 600 and Mercedes A-Klasse. Though both cars aim to offer adeptness for urban driving, their approach to style, technology, and engineering highlight significant differences. Let's delve into the technical specifications and innovations offered by these two distinct models.
The Fiat 600 is classified as an SUV, which signals a focus on a robust and elevated design, making it a strong contender for those who prefer something between the ruggedness of an SUV and the nimbleness of a city car. With a length of 4178 mm, a width of 1779 mm, and a height around 1525 mm, it offers a compact yet robust appearance, perfect for urban streets.
Contrary to the Fiat's SUV classification, the Mercedes A-Klasse is designed as a hatchback. Measuring up to 4453 mm in length, 1850 mm in width, and around 1414 mm in height, the A-Klasse offers a more streamlined and elegant design typical of a hatchback, providing both style and efficiency in urban settings.
The Fiat 600 is available with both petrol mild hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV) and all-electric options, offering power outputs of 100 to 156 horsepower. It can reach a top speed of up to 200 km/h with acceleration performances ranging from 8.5 to 10.5 seconds for 0-100 km/h. Particularly, its electric variant achieves an impressive range of 409 km, made possible by a 51 kWh battery.
Mercedes A-Klasse, on the other hand, brings a variety of engine choices: petrol MHEV, diesel, plug-in hybrid, and petrol engines, with power spans between 150 to a mighty 421 horsepower. It achieves accelerations as rapid as 3.9 seconds for 0-100 km/h and a top speed of up to 270 km/h for the highest performing models, making it a choice for those with a penchant for speed and versatility.
The Fiat 600's petrol hybrid variant records a consumption of 4.8 L/100km, and its electric duo uses 15.1 kWh/100km. It holds a CO2 efficiency class ranging from C to A, demonstrating the brand’s drive towards eco-friendliness.
The eco-conscious can find solace in the A-Klasse's diverse powertrains where the plug-in hybrid variant features an exceptional fuel consumption of as low as 0.7 L/100km, aligning with its CO2 efficiency class varying from B to G. Mercedes also delivers an electric range of 86 km from its plug-in hybrid option, offering a greener commuting solution.
Carrying up to five passengers, both vehicles cater equally to family or group travel demands. The Fiat 600 provides a trunk capacity of 360 to 385 liters, ideal for everyday shopping or weekend getaways. In comparison, the A-Klasse offers 310 to 350 liters of trunk space, prioritizing aerodynamic styling over cargo capacity. Both cars feature five doors, facilitating easy accessibility.
Fiat 600's latest hybrid models focus on simplification and efficiency geared towards urban environments, offering intelligent transitions between petrol and electric propulsion for seamless efficiency, supported by a dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Innovation thrives within the Mercedes A-Klasse with its extensive range of engine types and inclusion of cutting-edge technologies like Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) and semi-autonomous driving capabilities. The dual-clutch automatic transmission featured across models enhances dynamic driving experiences by facilitating rapid and smooth gear changes.
The Fiat 600 excels in balancing practicality with modern efficiency, making it an appealing choice for urbanites favoring a mix of innovation and simplicity in an SUV coherent package. Meanwhile, the Mercedes A-Klasse stands prominent for those seeking a fusion of luxury, technology, and performance in a hatchback, presenting a diverse pool of powertrains and premium features.
Whether you gravitate toward the playful yet pragmatic Fiat 600 or the sophisticated and versatile Mercedes A-Klasse, each car brings its own unique flavor to the table, painting an exciting landscape for compact vehicle enthusiasts.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Fiat 600 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21800 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 10414 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Fiat 600 with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Fiat 600 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 409 km, about 324 km more than the Mercedes A-Class.
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 A-Class has a convincingly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 164 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Fiat 600 takes 8.50 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Fiat 600 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls significantly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Fiat 600 is barely noticeable lighter – 1355 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Fiat 600 offers slight more room – 385 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Fiat 600 performs slight better – up to 1256 L, which is about 66 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class slightly takes the win – 485 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
The Mercedes A-Class proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
@ Mercedes-Benz Group Media
The Fiat 600 is small, cheeky and utterly charming, a pocket-sized Italian that packs more personality than its size suggests. Ideal for city buyers who want fuss-free motoring with a playful driving character, it puts smiles ahead of spreadsheets.
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The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
21800 - 31300 £
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.80 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.10 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
409 km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Battery Capacity
51 - 52 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
0 - 109 g/km
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1355 - 1595 kg
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Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
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Trunk capacity
360 - 385 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
4178 mm
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Width
1779 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1523 - 1525 mm
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1231 - 1256 L
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Payload
427 - 430 kg
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Payload
475 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
205 - 260 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Fiat 600 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.
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