2002 Fiat Palio el review from India
"As sturdy as the best German cars, will last forever"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear view mirror keeps falling off.
Wheel alignment especially front required to avoid tyre wear.
General comments?
I purchased my 2002 palio petrol el second hand in 2004 for half the price, at 19000 km. It has had no problem whatsoever and is very smooth and silent. Mileage with relaxed driving is around 10 kpl in the city and 14 kpl on the highway. I've driven about 15000 kms (about 10000 kms on
highway with very high speed driving),and never had any issues except tyre wear which was rectified after wheel alignment. only 3 services with oil changing done so far. good service by Sundaram Motors, chennai. May be I am very, very lucky, but I see no reason for all the cribbing. I am aware inconsistent quality is an issue with Fiat India. Hope the tata alliance sorts things out. here's to a long innings for the palio in India.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.2 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 19000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 33000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Suzuki Maruti |
| Date of Entry | 17th February, 2006 |