You have to give it to fiat this time, cannot ask more

A user review on Fiat Linea. Written by Nikhil Agrawal on 12 February, 2009

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Version Reviewed

(2009-2011) Emotion Pk 1.4

Purchased As	:
Familiarity	:
Fuel Economy	:	kpl

Good	:	excellent looks, unbeatable features, build quailty, suspension
Bad	:	rear head room

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Before i test drived the multijet i thought better get ready for some compromise as per the reviews which i read of car being underpowered and of being a little noisy.
However, when i sat in the cabin started the car i have to really listen hard to hear some noise. what i am talking about is usual driving condition with closed windows with aircon. (all diesels make noise- fiesta,octavia, innova, even merc when heard from outside). It is inside cabin noise which matters. there were no vibrations on the gearing knob or steering wheel at idle(some can be felt in palio mjd although very very low). i found the pick up quite decent with linear accelaration. I dont think i require more from a car at least in India especially if i get more fuel efficiency by sacrificing some horsepower. The car is very silent, vibration free. The steering is absolute pleasure to handle. I didnt feel i am driving a big car and i was at ease in just 3 mins time. I was on 2nd gear at the speed around 20-30 kph. then the sales ex. asked me to put 5th gear. I just looked at him. He said please do it and I did. To my utter surprie the car just kept going without any knocking. I left the cluth, brake,accelator alone and the car just kept going as if on cruise control. This is what just floored me and removed any doubts about the car.
Later in a week had a test drive of petrol version. more quiter, more refined, no doubts whatsoever.
Above this-blue & me is like pampering yourself, features list is too long to keep track off.
I think one cannot ask more, you have to hand it to fiat this time with the price that it is offering. i booked a linea petrol today. I am sure this car is going to turn heads. Lookwise the car is unbeatable

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Vs on 23 Sep, 2009 at 10:32 AM

NEW AVEO 2009 GOT VALUE FOR MONEY SEDAN Attractive shape Mileage in city 11/12, on highways around 14/15. Good value for money great discount.On road LS may be around 6L. Robust Comfort driving Maintenance assurance by company Warranty upto 3years/1,00,000 km. Good ground clearance 180 mm suitable for Indian roads. New AVEO added with lot of features, printed antennae, tilt steering,driver seat height adjustable,rear seat arm rest with cup holders etc etc. Floor matte,wheel covers e

Prasad K on 04 Sep, 2009 at 10:32 PM

Thanks Vivek and Nikhil...lot of relevant inputs to make decision. I have frozen on Linea Petrol and would book during Navratri. I stay in Mumbai. Anyone from Mumbai is keen for Linea? We can have a better nego with dealer....Prasad K. 9920986089

Anjali on 05 Aug, 2009 at 06:02 PM

Refer this review on the HINDU newspaper: http://www.hindu.com/mp/2009/08/05/stories/2009080550240500.htm Refer this review on the HINDU newspaper: http://www.hindu.com/mp/2009/08/05/stories/2009080550240500.htm Not impressive !! Linea/Punto are rated very poor in performance and maintenance.

Srinivas Tammali on 21 Jul, 2009 at 10:31 PM

COngrats Nikhil on on ur new Linea.... can you confirm on Post Sales & Services, does FIAT take care of post sales n services well.

Nikhil Agrawal on 16 Feb, 2009 at 03:54 PM

Hi vivek. I am also not sure about the exact mileage. However rest a sure its not on a lower side. i think 11-15 will be the range depending upon city and highway driving.

Vivek on 16 Feb, 2009 at 11:00 AM

checked the mileage of the 1.4 petroll.gives 10.5k/l with the ac on in a crowded city like cal.which is as good as that of santro

Vivek on 13 Feb, 2009 at 03:34 PM

Nikhil cong8s. I m residing in Mumbai. Have you checked up the milage in city for petrol version b coz even i also wanted to buy. Only I am waiting for the reviews about milage in city and highway. please guide.

Vivek on 13 Feb, 2009 at 03:22 PM

Nikhil Agrawal on 12 Feb, 2009 at 06:17 PM

Dear Friends,

I have written a review on Fiat Linea and look forward to your comments on it.

Review Link: You have to give it to fiat this time, cannot ask more

Thanks.

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