Fiat Stilo Hatchback 1.6 16V Active 3d (2004/04) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Enormously pleased with additional extra's and nice thoughtful touches.
Costs
Good on petrol at 42 to a gallon at best - servicing as yet unknown
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On the road
Driving
Under-rated from reviews - engine peppy enough and goes round corners fine - some minor roll in, but secure.
Performance
Considering engine size has coped very well with being under heavy business loads.
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Living with it
Reliability
Minor problems only and concern trim only - Seat back adjustment wheel dropped off - trim around sunroof drops down overnight - Alarm oversensitive for pressure sensor - Otherwise fine.
Image
Too many people think are junk to allow good qualities to shine through.
Comfort
Driving position is good, but find seats give too much lumbar support.
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Security and Service
Security
Seems to have everything covered although Alarm could do with being standard. Currently a little too keen too.
Service
Dealer tried initial 3 month fixes - but didn't achieve much.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None
Other
Trim on interior around sunroof - Alarm too sensitive and seat knob dropped off - all minor stuff.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes