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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
19700 - 25700 £
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 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
85 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
122 - 125 g/km
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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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
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1415 - 1425 kg
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Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
4368 mm
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Width
1792 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1495 mm
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Payload
425 kg
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Payload
475 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
207 - 208 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
240 - 320 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1469 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 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
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Fiat Tipo Hatchback is available as Front-Wheel Drive.