I bought a Fiat Palio NV sports in 2003. It is still sparkling clean, maintains the power and hardly 25000 Kms driven as I dont stay in the country, except during holidays.
I love my car and it has given me the least of problems so far, in fact none at all, except the normal servicing needs. So Fiat has delivered in its promise for "Least maintenance".
It's real value for money and all the comforts comes along in this model. Powered steering, windows to name some. You would have to pay extra for it in any other makes.
The only problem is the AC in this car, which is not very effective and a real irritation when you are in city roads as it churns up all the power. On the mileage issue, I think if we can do 12 Kms on a 1.2 engine, it's good enough, 15 is excellent though. I do manage to get 12 in city roads with 50% AC on.
The spares issue is a real headche and this is what stops many people from buying the car of any Fiat make. The after sales seriouly needs improvement. The tie up with Tata hopefully, would have reduced the problem to a large extent, I believe. Fiat should really think about improving after sales service in all states on India.
Even after all the issues, I love my car and long to drive it again and again. It's always a joyride....I am happy I own a Fiat palio NV Sports.
