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Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Hatchback or VW Golf?

Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs VW Golf: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Hatchback

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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more trunk space
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VW Golf

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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the VW Golf costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,576 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Fiat Tipo Hatchback with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

Golf

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Golf offers significantly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 195 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Fiat Tipo Hatchback takes 8.8 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers visibly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Tipo Hatchback

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Golf is marginally lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,415 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Tipo Hatchback offers moderately more boot space – 440 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries moderately more – 508 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf 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.

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Golf

VW Golf

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 131 - 143 km
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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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VW Golf

The Golf is a quietly accomplished compact that blends practicality, refinement and approachable driving manners into a very usable everyday package. It’s well built, comfortable and versatile, making it a smart choice whether you want sensible family transport or an enjoyable commuter.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19,700 - 25,700 £
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
25 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,415 - 1,425 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4,368 mm
Length
-
Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
207 - 208 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
Brand
Fiat
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Fiat Tipo Hatchback?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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