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Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Hatchback or Mercedes Citan?

Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Hatchback

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  • a bit cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Mercedes Citan

  • very slightly more power
  • clearly 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:

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 Tipo Hatchback is a bit cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Mercedes Citan costs 22,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,738 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Tipo Hatchback uses 4.7 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Citan

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 Citan offers very slightly more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat Tipo Hatchback is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Fiat Tipo Hatchback is a bit faster – reaching 208 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Fiat Tipo Hatchback delivers moderately more torque with 320 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Tipo Hatchback

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Tipo Hatchback is barely lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 141 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries markedly more – 644 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 219 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Citan stands out in the key areas 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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Citan

Mercedes Citan

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 131 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 265 - 280 km
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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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The Mercedes Citan is a clever urban van that dresses sensible practicality in a surprisingly premium suit, making light work of deliveries and family duties without feeling like a workhorse. With a calm, car-like driving feel, clever interior packaging and the Mercedes badge up front, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want function with a touch of luxury and a wink of personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19,700 - 25,700 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,425 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
4,368 mm
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
425 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
207 - 208 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Fiat Tipo Hatchback?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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