Compare performance (70 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (14100 £ vs 17300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or VW Polo?
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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14100 £ , while the VW Polo costs 17300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3124 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Fiat Panda manages with 5 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
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 Polo has a significantly edge – offering 207 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.90 s. That’s about 7.40 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Polo pulls clearly stronger with 320 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 228 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: VW Polo offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Fiat Panda is slight lighter – 1055 kg compared to 1143 kg. The difference is around 88 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Polo offers evident more room – 351 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.
When it comes to payload, VW Polo clearly perceptible takes the win – 457 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.
The VW Polo is far ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.
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Price
14100 £
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Price
17300 - 30800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L
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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
113 g/km
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co2
116 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1055 kg
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Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
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Trunk capacity
225 L
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Length
3635 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1643 mm
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Width
1751 mm
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Height
1551 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
870 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
365 kg
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Payload
432 - 457 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
70 HP
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Power HP
80 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
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Max Speed
164 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
92 Nm
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Torque
93 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
51 kW
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Power kW
59 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.