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Fiat Doblò vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (25,800 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Doblò or VW Polo?

Fiat Doblò vs VW Polo: Key differences

Fiat Doblò

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VW Polo

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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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

Doblò

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

VW Polo is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Fiat Doblò costs 25,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,517 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Polo uses 5.1 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Fiat Doblò with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Polo

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 VW Polo offers clearly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Polo delivers very slightly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Doblò

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is noticeably lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,530 kg. The difference is around 387 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Doblò carries significantly more – 840 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 383 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo 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.

from £17,300
Polo

VW Polo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Fiat Doblò
VW Polo

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Fiat Doblò

The Fiat Doblò is Fiat’s pragmatic workhorse that doubles as a family companion—deceptively roomy, easy to live with and built to swallow awkward loads without drama. It won’t win style prizes, but its sensible packaging, no-nonsense character and low-stress ownership make it a very practical choice for buyers who prefer usefulness over flash.

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VW Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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Fiat Doblò
VW Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,800 - 29,600 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
144 - 152 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,530 - 1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
722 - 840 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Fiat
Brand
VW
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