Great Little car

Got a 2002 model in 2008, when it had done about 40,000 kms. Overall very happy and in love with the car. Had difficulty with the TATA Motors service centres, they were not really interested in servicing a FIAT despite the sharing arrangement TATA motors had with Fiat. The local mechanics had some trouble figuring out the problems with this car.

All the problems I faced with this car over the 5 years I had it were majorly electrical, mainly because I couldnt find a mechanic to service them properly. Mechanically it was a very solid car.

Exterior Had a orange one, would turn a few heads.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Superb space and height. Very comfortable suspension and ride, would absorb the road disturbances well.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Slightly underpowered on the highway, beyond the speed of 80kmph, slick and smooth gearbox with a nice heavy clutch, gave me 8-9 kmpl in the city and 12-14 kmpl on the highway.

Ride Quality & Handling Excellent, as expected from an Italian car.

Final Words No regrets.

Areas of improvement Need more Fiat Service Stations.

Build, space and handlingLack of service stations, poor resale value