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Fiat Panda vs VW Taigo comparison

Compare performance (70 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (14,100 £ vs 19,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or VW Taigo?

Fiat Panda vs VW Taigo: Key differences

Fiat Panda

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter

VW Taigo

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space

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

Panda

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Fiat Panda is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the VW Taigo costs 19,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,786 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Panda uses 5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the VW Taigo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Taigo

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 Taigo offers significantly 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 Taigo is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.9 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Taigo delivers considerably more torque with 250 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 158 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 Taigo offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Panda is somewhat lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 1,229 kg. The difference is around 174 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Taigo offers significantly more boot space – 440 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 215 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Taigo carries clearly more – 457 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Taigo 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.

from £19,900
Taigo

VW Taigo

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Fiat Panda
VW Taigo

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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 Taigo

The VW Taigo brings coupe-like flair to the compact crossover scene with sharp styling and an interior that punches above its price, feeling smarter than you’d expect. It’s an easygoing daily companion that balances comfort and practicality with a playful wink, perfect for city drivers who want something livelier than a regular hatchback.

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Fiat Panda
VW Taigo

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,100 £
Price
19,900 - 31,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
113 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,055 kg
Curb weight
1,229 - 1,302 kg
Trunk capacity
225 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
3,635 mm
Length
-
Width
1,643 mm
Width
1,757 mm
Height
1,551 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
365 kg
Payload
448 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
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
Power HP
70 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
164 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
92 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
51 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

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