Compare performance (130 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Wagon or VW Transporter Bus?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 considerably cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the VW Transporter Bus costs 41,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,487 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Fiat Tipo Wagon with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.
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 Transporter Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Fiat Tipo Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Fiat Tipo Wagon is marginally faster – reaching 207 km/h, while the VW Transporter Bus tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 7 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Bus delivers visibly more torque with 415 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat Tipo Wagon is noticeably lighter – 1,455 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 543 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers clearly more boot space – 763 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 213 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries clearly more – 1,143 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 668 kg.
The VW Transporter Bus 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 VW Transporter is the Swiss Army knife of vans — rugged, practical and surprisingly civilized on the road, whether you’re hauling kit for a job or converting it into a weekend camper. It isn’t trying to be glamorous, but its blend of durability, clever packaging and familiar VW charm makes it a sensible choice for buyers who need space without sacrificing driveability.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
21,000 - 27,000 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
122 - 125 g/km
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 8
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,455 - 1,470 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
550 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Length
4,571 mm
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,792 mm
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
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Height
1,514 mm
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Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
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Payload
475 kg
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Payload
330 - 1,143 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
206 - 207 km/h
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
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Torque
240 - 320 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 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
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B, A
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
VW
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