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Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs Mercedes C Class Sedan comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Hatchback or Mercedes C Class Sedan?

Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs Mercedes C Class Sedan: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Hatchback

  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • considerably more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tipo Hatchback

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 Tipo Hatchback is considerably cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,620 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Sedan uses 4.5 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Fiat Tipo Hatchback with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

C Class Sedan

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 C Class Sedan offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 550 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Fiat Tipo Hatchback takes 8.8 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers significantly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 700 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Fiat Tipo Hatchback is slightly lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers only slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries noticeably more – 570 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan is clearly superior 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 £41,300
C Class Sedan

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 11 km
Fiat Tipo Hatchback
Mercedes C Class Sedan

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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 C Class Sedan

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Fiat Tipo Hatchback
Mercedes C Class Sedan

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 25,700 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,425 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4,368 mm
Length
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Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
207 - 208 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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