Fiat Marea Weekend
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good value especially at one year old.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    29 mpg; stung with cambelt at 60k (engine out job!)

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Tidy handling for an estate, but uncomfortable at higher speeds.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Kicks at 35k and gears need using, rather vocal but fast.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Generally good; brake discs wear and trim falls off.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Weekend better than saloon, subtle rather than obvious.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good in front, rear cramped and middle seat uncomfortable.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Has alarm/immobiliser, unique radio, but not prized by thieves!

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very average but part prices reasonable.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Cambelt replacement costs.

    Other

    Leaking sunroof, estate door lock corroding, headlight washers block easily.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes