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Fiat Pandina vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (65 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (14,100 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Pandina or VW Polo?

Fiat Pandina vs VW Polo: Key differences

Fiat Pandina

  • noticeably cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • marginally lighter
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VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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

Pandina

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 Pandina is noticeably cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the VW Polo costs 17,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,124 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Pandina uses 5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Polo

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 Polo offers significantly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Fiat Pandina takes 14.1 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.

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

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Pandina is marginally lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 1,143 kg. The difference is around 88 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Polo offers noticeably more boot space – 351 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Polo carries slightly more – 457 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 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.

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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
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Fiat Pandina

The Fiat Pandina, commonly referred to as a spirited urban companion, boasts a charm that's both nostalgic and contemporary. Its compact design embraces city streets with an agile grace, making it an excellent choice for bustling environments. With a reputation for reliability and an economical approach, the Pandina continues to win hearts as a beloved everyday vehicle.

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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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4.2 (4 Reviews)
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Michel
13 Jun 2026, 15:24:46

Nice, spacious car with many options available (panoramic roof and travel assist).

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,100 - 18,000 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.1 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
113 - 116 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
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,055 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
225 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,643 - 1,662 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
365 - 385 kg
Payload
432 - 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
65 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 14.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
92 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
48 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Fiat
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Fiat Pandina have?

The Fiat Pandina is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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