The Doblo is the latest Fiat van to undergo a complete transformation with the release of an all-new model. The new van is available in electric, diesel and petrol formats and is available to order now.
There is plenty that will be familiar about the new Doblo though, as it is based on the equivalent-sized models from Citroen and Peugeot. In fact, this is the fifth model to use this platform, with the Doblo joining the Citroen Berlingo, Peugeot Partner, Toyota Proace City and Vauxhall Combo.
There will be two lengths of Doblo and two different body styles – panel van and crew cab. Like its sister vans, it’ll also be available with a fully electric powertrain alongside the usual petrol and diesel models. It’ll be badged the E-Doblo. There is also going to be a passenger version of the E-Doblo, but we won’t be getting it in the UK.
Familiar setup
There is nothing here that is a massive surprise, either in terms of the Doblo’s specification or the fact that it is joining the crowd to share its basis with Citroen / Peugeot etc. Ever since Fiat was bought by Stellantis this was inevitable, and, if you were still in any doubt then the Talento being replaced by the Scudo should have removed that.
Unsurprisingly the Doblo will come with the same engines as the rest of its small van siblings, with a pair of 1.5-litre diesels and a 110hp 1.2-litre petrol. There is a 100hp and a 130hp version of the diesel, the former with a manual gearbox and the latter with a manual and an eight-speed automatic ‘box. Fiat is set to be in a bit of a minority as it has confirmed that it will be bringing the petrol model to the UK.
It will also be the first time that the Doblo comes with an electric version. This is, like the others, a 100kW motor with a 50kWh battery that allows an official range of 173 miles. This is limited to 80mph and allows rapid charging of up to 100kW which will replenish 80% of the battery capacity in just 30 minutes.
It will be in two lengths, with space for two Euro pallets and a top payload of 1,000kg. The electric version offers up to 800kg.
The Crew Van will, like the equivalent at the sibling brands, not come with windows in the side sliding doors. This might sound harsh on the rear passengers, but it is to prevent it being classified as a car rather than a commercial vehicle for tax purposes.
Added equipment
The Doblo will also get access to some of the great features that have made the other vans so popular, some safety related and some to enhance practicality.
Three will be branded ‘Magic’ features, named Magic Cargo, Magic Mirror and Magic Plug.
Magic Cargo is the system that allows you to slide longer items through into the cabin, boosting the space on offer by 0.5 cubic metres. It also has underseat storage and a tray table to use as a desk.
Magic Mirror is the digital rear-view camera that shows the space directly behind the van, in the blind spot and while you are parking.
Magic Plug is only available on the E-Doblo and lets you use the stored energy to power tools or a conversion.
There is also a sliding bulkhead and set of folding rear seats on the crew version.
Other safety kit includes auto traffic sign reading, active safety brake, lane keeping assist, and driver attention alert.
How much does the Fiat Doblo and Fiat E-Doblo cost?
Pricing for the Fiat Doblo range starts at £18,270 (not including VAT) which brings you the petrol model in Standard trim – there are two trims in the Doblo range, Standard and Primo. The cheapest diesel version starts at £18,855 while the electric options kick off at £30,335. The step up from Standard to Primo trim will cost you £1,600.
There are four options in the Crew Van range – a solitary 100hp diesel engine in Standard and Primo trim and the electric version in both trims. Pricing for these start at £21,465 and £32,630.
