Compare performance (130 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (17100 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Limousine or VW Golf?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Fiat Tipo Limousine has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £ , while the VW Golf costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8061 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Fiat Tipo Limousine with 4.60 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.
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 has a convincingly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 203 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Fiat Tipo Limousine takes 9.60 s. That’s about 5 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs evident better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Fiat Tipo Limousine tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls evident stronger with 420 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, VW Golf is barely noticeable lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1375 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Fiat Tipo Limousine offers noticeable more room – 520 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 139 L.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf somewhat takes the win – 508 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.
The VW Golf proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
17100 - 17600 £
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.60 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
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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
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
120 - 121 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1375 kg
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Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
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Trunk capacity
520 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4532 mm
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Width
1792 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1497 mm
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
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Payload
425 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.60 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
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Torque
320 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.