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Fiat Panda vs VW Caddy Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (70 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (14,100 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or VW Caddy Compact Van?

Fiat Panda vs VW Caddy Compact Van: Key differences

Fiat Panda

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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly lighter

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient

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

Panda

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Fiat Panda is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the VW Caddy Compact Van costs 25,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,687 £.

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

Caddy Compact Van

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Caddy Compact Van offers clearly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VW Caddy Compact Van is a bit 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 Compact Van delivers clearly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 228 Nm more.

Panda

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: Fiat Panda offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Panda is markedly lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 1,442 kg. The difference is around 387 kg.

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

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries considerably more – 759 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 394 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy Compact Van 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 £25,800
Caddy Compact Van

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • 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 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 117 - 120 km
Fiat Panda
VW Caddy Compact Van

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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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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Fiat Panda
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,100 £
Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
113 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,055 kg
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 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 - 1,823 mm
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Payload
365 kg
Payload
628 - 759 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
-
Max Speed
164 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 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
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Fiat
Brand
VW
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