Fiat 500

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Appears good value for money, shop about as buying secondhand can turn up some nastiest.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fuel economy good, however check handbrake before buying as can be expensive to replace later.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pleasure to drive for first time driver, handles well. Controls take a while to get used to, easily parked.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Quite slow to get going but once its warmed up can handle motorways no problem. Great around town.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Had to have some expensive repairs in first few months, however doesn't detract from overall reliability.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cute, Quirky and understated.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pretty comfortable, suprisingly spacious.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never had any problems, like any car don't leave belongings on show.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No comment.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    replaced engine.

    Other

    new handbrake levers, pads and cables. new exhausted

    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