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Fiat Tipo Limousine vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Limousine or VW Passat?

Fiat Tipo Limousine vs VW Passat: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Limousine

  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tipo Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat Tipo Limousine is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,328 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Fiat Tipo Limousine with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

Passat

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 Passat offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Fiat Tipo Limousine takes 9.6 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers moderately more torque with 400 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Tipo Limousine is a bit lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 198 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers visibly more boot space – 690 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries noticeably more – 577 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 152 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Passat 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 £36,500
Passat

VW Passat

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 124 - 135 km
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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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Reviews Fiat Tipo Limousine

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VW Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Reviews VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Voller
28 May 2026, 16:12:12

That's just a Passat. Too expensive in my opinion, but it's up to each person to decide whether to throw their money into VW's maw. The car itself is somehow a legend.

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Sjaak
5 Dec 2025, 19:42:23

Spacious car that drives nicely and keeps its value for a long time.

Jack
5 Dec 2025, 15:24:16

Pleasant to drive, roomy and solid. The hybrid version is also very economical.

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Fiat Tipo Limousine
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 17,600 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
120 - 121 g/km
co2
28 - 153 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,375 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4,532 mm
Length
-
Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
1,497 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
Fiat
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Fiat Tipo Limousine?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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