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Fiat Panda vs VW Caddy comparison

Compare performance (70 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (14,100 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or VW Caddy?

Fiat Panda vs VW Caddy: Key differences

Fiat Panda

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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VW Caddy

  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Panda

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.

Fiat Panda is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the VW Caddy costs 27,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,625 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy uses 0.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Fiat Panda with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

Caddy

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 VW Caddy offers considerably more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Caddy is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.4 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.9 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Caddy is somewhat faster – reaching 186 km/h, while the Fiat Panda tops out at 164 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Caddy delivers substantially more torque with 320 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 228 Nm more.

Panda

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: VW Caddy offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Panda is clearly lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 520 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy offers significantly more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 2,830 L more than the Fiat Panda.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy carries considerably more – 710 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 345 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy is clearly superior overall 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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Caddy

VW Caddy

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 121 km
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Fiat Panda

The Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.

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The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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VW Caddy

Costs and Consumption
Price
14,100 £
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
113 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,055 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Trunk capacity
225 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
3,635 mm
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,643 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,551 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Payload
365 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
70 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
164 km/h
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
92 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
51 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Fiat
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Fiat Panda?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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