Fiat Cinquecento (93-98) - Review

Review Date: 07 March 2006
2.5 out of 5

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2.5 out of 5

Summary

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£5,502 - £7,535

Used price range:

£131 - £416

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Low ownership costs; cheeky character; nimble around town

Feels a bit flimsy and lightweight.

Cheap, neatly styled and great fun to drive. All models are inexpensive to run and the 1.1 Sporting is nippy enough for longer trips. The only downside is the flimsy and lightweight feel to the Cinquecento, which feels like it will crumple like an empty coke can in any collision. Be sure to check the condition of the bodywork and trim carefully before purchasing and do not expect wonders on the motorway. Otherwise, the Cinquecento is great around town, feels agile, and is great fun to drive.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    2.5 out of 5

  • Handling

    2.5 out of 5

Comfort

  • Comfort

    2 out of 5

  • Practicality

    3 out of 5

  • Equipment

    1.5 out of 5

  • Behind the wheel

    2.5 out of 5

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    1 out of 5

  • Reliability

    3 out of 5

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    2.5 out of 5

  • Buying used

    2.5 out of 5

  • Selling

    2 out of 5

Costs

  • Running costs

    4.5 out of 5

  • Green credentials

    0 out of 5

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Owners' reviews

Used Fiat Cinquecento (93-98) Sporting 3d

Fiat Cinquecento (93-98)
5 out of 5

“ Low insurance group which is ideal for new drivers jus passed there test.  ”

Gary Futcher