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Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Hatchback or Mercedes V Class?

Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Hatchback

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Mercedes V Class

  • substantially more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,459 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Tipo Hatchback uses 4.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

V 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 V Class offers substantially more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 107 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Fiat Tipo Hatchback takes 8.8 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 180 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.

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Tipo Hatchback is significantly lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 777 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries considerably more – 908 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 483 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Tipo Hatchback holds a decisive overall lead 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 £19,700
Tipo Hatchback

Fiat Tipo Hatchback

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Fiat Tipo Hatchback
Mercedes V 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 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 Tipo Hatchback
Mercedes V Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 25,700 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,425 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,368 mm
Length
-
Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
207 - 208 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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