2003 Fiat Stilo Multiwagon review from UK and Ireland
"Fantastic value, excellent do-it-all family car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Only minor faults:
Airbag sensors occasionally report nonexistent faults.
Driver's door mirror heater not working.
Rear door hinges groan when opening or closing.
NAV+ (Fiat's integrated sat-nav/cd/mp3/radio/GSM system) has annoying software bugs.
General comments?
My car was the dealer's demonstrator and so has a high level of equipment.
I am amazed that you can get so much for your money. Factory fitted MP3 player, split tailgate, huge multi-segment sunroof, rear seats which recline, xenon headlamps, remote control window closing, memory electric drivers seat, voice operated ICE, etc. etc. I know other makes can have these features, but the Fiat has them all for under £20k RRP (and Fiat dealers give big discounts!)
The JTD engine is very powerful and yet economical. I can easily accelerate to motorway speeds (70MPH+) when merging on the slip roads, yet always get 50MPG, or more on long cruises. The torque means it is fun to drive on A roads too.
If this car had a German badge on it, I'm sure it would be twice the price.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 JTD Dynamic Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 10000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 24000 miles |
| Previous car | Land Rover Discovery |
| Date of Entry | 13th April, 2004 |