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Fiat Tipo Limousine vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Limousine or Mercedes V Class?

Fiat Tipo Limousine vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Limousine

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes V Class

  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tipo Limousine

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 Limousine is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,030 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Tipo Limousine uses 4.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 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 clearly 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 noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Fiat Tipo Limousine takes 9.6 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

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

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Tipo Limousine is clearly lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 817 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries clearly 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 Limousine 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 £17,100
Tipo Limousine

Fiat Tipo Limousine

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fiat Tipo Limousine
Mercedes V Class

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Fiat Tipo Limousine

The Fiat Tipo sedan is a practical, no-nonsense family saloon that focuses on roomy, usable space and comfortable everyday driving rather than flashy pretence. It won't set pulses racing, but its sensible packaging, economical running costs and honest charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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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 Limousine
Mercedes V Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 17,600 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
120 - 121 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,375 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,532 mm
Length
-
Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,497 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
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
1,598 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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