Fiat Marea
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Loads of car for less money than you would think.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A little bit thirsty when pushed, but servicing is every 12,000 miles.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Goes where its pointed, loads of grip from those V rated tyres.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What can I say, 2.0-litre 20V and 150BHP says it all.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    So far so good, no problems.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Its looks are not its best feature, a wolf in sheeps clothing.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seats hold you firmly, and are comfortable.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I've still got it, extra security measures are probably wise.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Armrest on rear seat coming away from mountings.

    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