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Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs VW Golf Variant comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Hatchback or VW Golf Variant?

Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Hatchback

  • considerably cheaper
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VW Golf Variant

  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • markedly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Fiat Tipo Hatchback is considerably cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the VW Golf Variant costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,142 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf Variant uses 4.3 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Fiat Tipo Hatchback with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Golf Variant

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 VW Golf Variant offers noticeably more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Fiat Tipo Hatchback takes 8.8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf Variant delivers somewhat more torque with 360 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 40 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 Variant is only slightly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,415 kg. The difference is around 49 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers markedly more boot space – 611 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries visibly more – 547 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 122 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf Variant 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 £28,800
Golf Variant

VW Golf Variant

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 7 L/100km
Fiat Tipo Hatchback
VW Golf Variant

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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 Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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Fiat Tipo Hatchback
VW Golf Variant

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 25,700 £
Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
114 - 159 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,425 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4,368 mm
Length
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Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
425 kg
Payload
509 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
207 - 208 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 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, F, C
Brand
Fiat
Brand
VW
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