2000 Fiat Multipla ELX from UK and Ireland - Comments

Fault in the electronic link between the accelerator pedal and the engine management computer at 28,000 miles. Fixed free of charge by the dealer.

Bent the front nearside alloy wheel.

Great design and absolutely brilliant for our three kids.

Middle front seat makes a great table for picnics and the drive through.

Tows my 5 berth caravan with ease, and with no need for extension mirrors.

It's been out now for 2 years, yet it still gets curious stares into the interior at the supermarket car park.

Get used to other Multipla drivers waving at you or flashing the lights.

I have two Multipla Diesels, one with a Fiat bodykit.

Fantastic versatility and performance, but appalling dealer support.

I am approaching 3 years of ownership and would consider another, but the specification is very restricted. I hear rumours that the bodykit is to become standard on ELX - is this true? and what about an upmarket interior (leather seating etc) is this on the cards?

The new Multipla is out now with colour keyed bumpers (not the abarth kit), new cloth materials used on the interior, rear disc brakes and an up-rated (115bhp) turbo diesel unit. I have test drove one and placed an order, trading in my petrol ELX at 2 years old with 42K miles, this is a great car and would not consider any alternative.

If only the local dealer knew what they were doing or there was another dealer within reach I would happily get another in a few years time.

Hello we are looking at buying a fiat, but lots of people have said it's a fix it again tomorrow and when it does need fixing it can turn out costly and you can only get the parts and have it fixed at a fiat garage please tell me what you think thank you.