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Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs Mercedes A-Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (130 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (19700 £ vs 32300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Hatchback or Mercedes A-Class?

Fiat Tipo Hatchback

Mercedes A-Class

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

Tipo Hatchback

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat Tipo Hatchback has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19700 £ , while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12557 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Fiat Tipo Hatchback with 4.70 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

A-Class

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 Mercedes A-Class has a clearly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Fiat Tipo Hatchback takes 8.80 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Fiat Tipo Hatchback tops out at 208 km/h. The difference is around 42 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls evident stronger with 450 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

Tipo Hatchback

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 curb weight, Fiat Tipo Hatchback is slight lighter – 1415 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Fiat Tipo Hatchback offers clearly perceptible more room – 440 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class to a small extent takes the win – 485 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes A-Class proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £32,300
A-Class

Mercedes A-Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 km
Fiat Tipo Hatchback
Mercedes A-Class

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Fiat Tipo Hatchback

The Fiat Tipo is a sensible, spacious hatchback that prides itself on practical charm and everyday usability, perfect for buyers who want straightforward value rather than runway drama. It won’t turn heads for flash, but its comfortable ride, clever interior space and low-stress nature make it a smart, grown-up choice with a wink of character.

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Mercedes A-Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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Fiat Tipo Hatchback
Mercedes A-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
19700 - 25700 £
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
53 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1415 - 1425 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4368 mm
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Width
1792 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1495 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Payload
425 kg
Payload
475 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
207 - 208 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1469 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Fiat Tipo Hatchback?

The Fiat Tipo Hatchback is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.