Fiat Punto Hatchback 1994

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not much for the money. Not very well made. No gadgets at all on S-model, only manual sunroof.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Surprisingly low MPG for a small 1.2 petrol - the best I managed, even on a long trip was 40 MPG. Not sure if it was just mine or the norm for this model. Parts are cheap though.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fairly nippy and grippy with good manoeuvrability. S-model doesn't have PAS, so steering a little heavy in tight spots. Large headrests and pillars where lights are mounted block rear visibilty at corners of car, unnerving when joining carriageways.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fairly nippy around town, but runs out of puff at higher speeds and engine noise becomes intrusive at speed.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good, started first time every time.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Looks a bit cheap in my opinion, only bought it as a cheap runabout. Can be easily upgraded though.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not very well made, a bit tinny and hollow. Comfy, elevated driving position. Leaking roof where ariel is fixed. Drivers seatbelt kept jamming, which is quite annoying when you're in a hurry and can get pulled over for not wearing it.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Immobiliser, but no alarm on this model

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Not enough power, but still nippy.

    Other

    If you're looking to buy this model of Punto, I'd seriously consider a Peugeot 106. They're much better built and comfier with more kit.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No