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Fiat Tipo Wagon vs Mercedes GLA comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 38,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Wagon or Mercedes GLA?

Fiat Tipo Wagon vs Mercedes GLA: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mercedes GLA

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 Wagon

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 Wagon is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLA costs 38,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,845 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLA uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Fiat Tipo Wagon with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

GLA

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 GLA offers significantly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 291 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Fiat Tipo Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes GLA is barely faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Fiat Tipo Wagon tops out at 207 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

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

Tipo Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Fiat Tipo Wagon is barely lighter – 1,455 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Tipo Wagon offers visibly more boot space – 550 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLA carries barely more – 500 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLA 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 £38,800
GLA

Mercedes GLA

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 km
Fiat Tipo Wagon
Mercedes GLA

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Fiat Tipo Wagon

The Fiat Tipo Estate is a no-nonsense family wagon that focuses on practicality and value, with surprisingly generous load space and comfortable seats for long trips. It won't win style awards, but its sensible kit, simple controls and low running costs make it a smart, unfussy choice for buyers who want function over flash.

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Mercedes GLA

The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.

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Fiat Tipo Wagon
Mercedes GLA

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,000 - 27,000 £
Price
38,800 - 75,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,455 - 1,470 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
4,571 mm
Length
4,412 mm
Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,834 - 1,849 mm
Height
1,514 mm
Height
1,616 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,385 L
Payload
475 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, 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
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
206 - 207 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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