Compare performance (130 HP vs 816 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 112,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Wagon or Mercedes SL Class?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Fiat Tipo Wagon is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Mercedes SL Class costs 112,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 91,713 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Tipo Wagon uses 4.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes SL Class with 9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.
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 SL Class offers considerably more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 686 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes SL Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the Fiat Tipo Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes SL Class delivers considerably more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 1,100 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Fiat Tipo Wagon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat Tipo Wagon is clearly lighter – 1,455 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Fiat Tipo Wagon offers significantly more boot space – 550 L compared to 240 L. That’s a difference of about 310 L.
When it comes to payload, the Fiat Tipo Wagon carries visibly more – 475 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
The Fiat Tipo Wagon 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes SL blends timeless elegance with a cheeky sense of occasion, its retractable roof turning any commute into a small celebratory parade. Behind the wheel it behaves like a grown-up sports car that prefers comfort and presence over headline-grabbing bravado, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want to arrive in style.
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Price
21,000 - 27,000 £
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Price
112,700 - 219,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9 - 13.6 L/100km
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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
12 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
122 - 125 g/km
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co2
206 - 309 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,455 - 1,470 kg
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Curb weight
1,810 - 2,195 kg
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Trunk capacity
550 L
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Trunk capacity
110 - 240 L
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Length
4,571 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,792 mm
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Width
1,915 mm
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Height
1,514 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
475 kg
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Payload
145 - 375 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plug-in Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 HP
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Power HP
435 - 816 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
206 - 207 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
240 - 320 Nm
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Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
96 kW
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Power kW
320 - 600 kW
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Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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