Fiat Doblo vs Ford Transit
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Vans compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Fiat Doblo: we're still completing price, kerb weight, 0-100km/h, warranty and ground clearance, plus 2 others.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
The Ford Transit counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Fiat Doblo lines up producing 77kW and 290Nm of torque, sent through a 6-speed manual to a FWD layout.
The Ford Transit responds with a Diesel making 121kW and 390Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 12 seconds.
The Ford Transit has the clear power advantage at 121kW vs 77kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Fiat Doblo measures 4,406mm long on a 2,755mm wheelbase, 1575mm shorter than the Ford Transit at 5,981mm (3,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Ford Transit generally means more rear legroom.
For towing, the Ford Transit leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 1,300kg. That 2,200kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,539/year for the Fiat Doblo and $2,337/year for the Ford Transit. That is a $798 annual difference in favour of the Fiat Doblo.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Fiat Doblo if: You want lower running costs, or prefer Fiat's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Ford Transit if: You prioritise performance, need stronger towing, or prefer Ford's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Ford Transit takes 2 of 3 key spec categories. The Fiat Doblo will save you roughly $798 a year in fuel. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Fiat Doblo and Ford Transit?
The Ford Transit is the cheapest at $69,990 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Fiat Doblo uses the least fuel at 5.4L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
None of Fiat Doblo and Ford Transit carry a published ANCAP rating yet, so there is no crash result to compare. Check back as they are tested.
Which can tow the most?
The Ford Transit has the highest braked towing capacity at 3,500kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Ford Transit makes the most power at 121kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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