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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Fiat 500 comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or Fiat 500?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Fiat 500: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • visibly more power
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Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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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

Sprinter Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat 500 is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,249 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 500 uses 5.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

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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 Mercedes Sprinter Bus offers visibly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 72 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Fiat 500 offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is considerably lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 1,226 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries clearly more – 1,144 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 819 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 500 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 £17,100
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Fiat 500

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 65 - 118 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 190 - 331 km
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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

The Mercedes Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.

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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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3.7 (1 Reviews)
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Reijo Muhonen
28 Feb 2026, 16:46:06

I've owned both cars, and I still end up with the Fiat 500 — it always puts me in a good mood. For longer trips I take the train.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
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Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
250 - 325 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Fiat
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes Sprinter Bus have?

The Mercedes Sprinter Bus is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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