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Fiat Scudo vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (30,900 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Scudo or Mercedes V Class?

Fiat Scudo vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Fiat Scudo

  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes V Class

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

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

Scudo

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat Scudo is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,900 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,258 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Scudo uses 6.2 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

V Class

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 Mercedes V Class offers markedly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Fiat Scudo takes 10.5 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers a bit more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Fiat Scudo offers more seats – 8 vs 6.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Scudo is markedly lighter – 1,722 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 470 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Scudo carries considerably more – 1,805 kg compared to 908 kg. That’s a difference of about 897 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Scudo 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 £30,900
Scudo

Fiat Scudo

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 221 - 352 km
Fiat Scudo
Mercedes V Class

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Fiat Scudo

The Fiat Scudo is a practical and unpretentious van that balances hardworking utility with a surprisingly polished cabin, making it a sensible choice for tradespeople and families who need space without fuss. It doesn't pretend to be flashy, but its clever packaging, sensible driving manners and affordable running costs make the Scudo a dependable partner for the daily grind and weekend projects — and it even manages to look tidy in the car park.

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Mercedes V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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Fiat Scudo
Mercedes V Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,900 - 51,300 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
221 - 352 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 187 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 8
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,260 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 800 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,920 - 2,010 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
840 - 1,805 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,197 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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