Fiat Punto Hatchback 75 SX 5d (1994/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Value has fallen like all other makes; warranty may be good value.
Costs
Not bad for fuel; most problems were fixed under warranty by dealer in first year.
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On the road
Driving
Fun to drive; prefer it to similar sized cars.
Performance
This 75 bhp version sounds fantastic when revved hard. Excellent response for a 1.2 - especially compared to 1.2 Clio and 106 1.1. Some fuel drop-out in first and second gears means can be jerky at low revs.
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Living with it
Reliability
Never ever failed to start first time. A few minor problems - but nothing expensive.
Image
A bit girly, but good looker by small car standards.
Comfort
Comfy enough on long journeys; harsh over bumpy surfaces, but not terrible.
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Security and Service
Security
Had after-market alarm/immobiliser fitted - the Punto standard (non-remote) immobilser is fiddly and annoying to use.
Service
Service level OK - staff helpful, although queues for services can run to weeks in Nort London.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Exhaust Lamda sensor failed - replaced under warranty.
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