Fiat Qubo (2009 - 2020) Lounge 1.3 16v MultiJet 85hp 5d Owner Review

Last of the small MPVs, slim enough (1.716m), to nip through traffic, fit easily in parking bays, drive with confidence on narrow lanes - yet still big enough to carry 4 adults and all their clobber. A great compromise! Seats are very supportive and comfortable, visibility out, especially to the front, is brilliant - unlike most cars, you can see the bonnet edges. The 1.3multijet diesel is Euro6, so is clean, and though only 80bhp, it has a tremendous 200nm of torque - so in the real world, it's much quicker than expected, while handling and roadholding are good. It's economical, too, at above 50mpg, even though the engine hasn't loosened up yet. With a towbar, it's capable of pulling 1000kg. Only downside is the lack of a spare wheel - had to source a kit on eBay. Some may find its basic infotainment a turnoff, but as we never use it on any car, this is of no interest to us. Likewise, the lack of 'driver aids' like the awful 'lane assist' found on 'modern' cars is a positive advantage to us. We had to look long and hard for this gem, but glad we found it - a car to keep for the long term, and the very last of its kind.