Fiat Stilo Hatchback 1.2 16V Active 3d (2003/53) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Excellent value, especially when bought used. If you don't mind the Fiat badge.
Costs
Seems to be fuel efficient. Servicing costs about in line with other manufacturers.
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On the road
Driving
Comfortable and responsive. Feels reasonable confident on the road.
Performance
Not exactly a sports car, but much quicker than you'd expect a 1.2 to be.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems so far, its had some very cold mornings and started fine.
Image
The 3 door looks very sporty, almost has an Audi A3 style to it. All depends on if the Fiat badge would bother you. Personally I can see past it.
Comfort
Vey comfortable, even entry level has height adjustable seats and electric mirrors. Interior has a quality feel to it.
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Security and Service
Security
Average for a modern car. As you'd expect, remote central locking and immobiliser are standard. No automatic anti-hijack, but one button can lock all the doors from the inside, if you're driving though a bad looking area.
Service
I used to work for my local Fiat dealer, so I still get treated well. I know the dealer network is still a big problem for Fiat, though.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Driver's seat creaks (and I'm not a heavy guy). Haven't got around to seeing the dealership about it yet, though.
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