Fiat Stilo Hatchback 1.6 16V Dynamic 3d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good initial deal but heavy depreciation has taken its toll.
Costs
Only average 30mpg being careful, servicing expensive - 36,000 mile service cost £275, cheap insurance though.
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On the road
Driving
Good to drive, handles well, good pace for a 1.6.
Performance
Good for 1.6, can beat most other small hatches away from the lights.
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Living with it
Reliability
Too many electrical and mechanical problems to list. Often takes dealer several visits to fix. Parts take ages to arrive. Currently using 2 litres of oil every 3,000 miles.
Image
Stylish car, well designed, but its only a Fiat.
Comfort
Front seats excellent, like the drivers arm rest.
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Security and Service
Security
Should have alarm as standard.
Service
Once money exchanged hands dealers couldn't care less. Servicing too expensive - 36,000 mile service = £275. Parts when needed slow to arrive - 8 weeks for front discs and pads.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Various electrical, engine misfire resulting in being towed by AA, throttle failure resulting in being towed by AA.
Other
Various electrical, headlights leak - on 2nd set, mysteriously using lots of oil - dealer can't find cause.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No