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Fiat Tipo Wagon vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Wagon or VW Arteon?

Fiat Tipo Wagon vs VW Arteon: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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 Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Fiat Tipo Wagon is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,290 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Tipo Wagon uses 4.7 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Arteon

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 Arteon offers considerably more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Fiat Tipo Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Arteon is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Fiat Tipo Wagon tops out at 207 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Arteon delivers clearly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 100 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 slightly lighter – 1,455 kg compared to 1,607 kg. The difference is around 152 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers barely more boot space – 590 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries a bit more – 569 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Arteon 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 £43,300
Arteon

VW Arteon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Fiat Tipo Wagon
VW Arteon

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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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Fiat Tipo Wagon
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,000 - 27,000 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,455 - 1,470 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4,571 mm
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
1,514 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
475 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
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
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
206 - 207 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
VW
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