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Mercedes VLE vs Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van comparison

Compare performance (276 HP vs 95 HP), boot space and price (67,700 £ vs 16,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes VLE or Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van?

Mercedes VLE vs Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van: Key differences

Mercedes VLE

  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

VLE

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 Fiorino Qubo Van is substantially cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the Mercedes VLE costs 67,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,935 £.

Fiorino Qubo Van

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 VLE offers clearly more power – delivering 276 HP compared to 95 HP. That’s roughly 181 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes VLE is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.5 s, while the Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van takes 11.9 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes VLE delivers substantially more torque with 400 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes VLE offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van is substantially lighter – 1,285 kg compared to 2,900 kg. The difference is around 1,615 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes VLE carries noticeably more – 711 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 176 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van comes out modestly ahead 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 £16,800
Fiorino Qubo Van

Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 95 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Mercedes VLE
Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van

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Mercedes VLE

The Mercedes VLE is a spacious and versatile people carrier that pairs a calm, refined ride with a premium-feeling interior. It’s tailored for family and executive use, offering comfortable seating and practical versatility for everyday journeys.

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Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van

The Fiat Qubo van is a compact urban workhorse that hides an impressively practical load area behind deceptively small proportions, making tight city streets and parking a breeze. It’s not flashy, but its sensible layout, easy-to-live-with character and wallet-friendly running make it a solid pick for anyone needing dependable everyday practicality without fuss.

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Mercedes VLE
Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
67,700 - 92,200 £
Price
16,800 - 17,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
657 - 707 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,900 - 3,161 kg
Curb weight
1,285 kg
Trunk capacity
795 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
3,957 mm
Width
1,999 mm
Width
1,716 mm
Height
-
Height
1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,500 L
Payload
497 - 711 kg
Payload
535 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
276 HP
Power HP
80 - 95 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 13.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
162 - 167 km/h
Torque
400 Nm
Torque
190 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
203 kW
Power kW
59 - 70 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,248 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2016
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Fiat
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