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Mercedes T Class vs Fiat Tipo Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (23,000 £ vs 19,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes T Class or Fiat Tipo Hatchback?

Mercedes T Class vs Fiat Tipo Hatchback: Key differences

Mercedes T Class

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
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Fiat Tipo Hatchback

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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

T Class

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 Hatchback is somewhat cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Mercedes T Class costs 23,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,262 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Tipo Hatchback uses 4.7 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mercedes T Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Tipo Hatchback

Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes T Class offers only slightly more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat Tipo Hatchback is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Fiat Tipo Hatchback delivers somewhat more torque with 320 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

T Class

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 Hatchback is very slightly lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 141 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries clearly more – 630 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Tipo Hatchback is clearly superior overall 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 £19,700
Tipo Hatchback

Fiat Tipo Hatchback

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
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Mercedes T Class

The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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Derek Woolfson
20 May 2026, 17:10:55

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Mercedes T Class
Fiat Tipo Hatchback

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Price
19,700 - 25,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
135 - 167 g/km
co2
122 - 125 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,425 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
-
Length
4,368 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,792 mm
Height
-
Height
1,495 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
521 - 630 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
207 - 208 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Fiat
Is the Mercedes T Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes T Class is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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