Fiat Brava 1.9 TD SX (100bhp) 5d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Vastly underrated - exceptional value.
Costs
Average 44+mpg and insurance costs low.
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On the road
Driving
Very comfortable driving position with everything to hand.
Performance
Had several diesels and this has been the best so far. Sluggish under 2k revs, but takes off from there. Very smooth at cruising speeds and remarkably quiet once warm. Bit choppy at sub-25mph speeds.
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Living with it
Reliability
Owned for 2.5 years and no problems. Trim remarkably fresh and bodywork retained its brightness.
Image
I find the car attractive to the eye and much more stylish than Ford/Vauxhall/VW. Distinctive, classy and different.
Comfort
No complaints here. At 6ft tall, I find the car very comfortable. Equipment well specced and easy to use when driving.
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser as standard and I would say this is one area where Fiat have skimped with no deadlocks for example. I have had no issues however and I suppose the car is less desirable anyway.
Service
Good service from Reg Vardy and also local service centre - Peter Milnes Motors Hunmanby.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Battery failed at 54k miles.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes