Fiat Marea
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fantastic VFM, I bought this one with 20,000 on the clock for £4000!

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average fuel consumption.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A superb drive, great grip.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I rate the Fiat 1600 lump: good torque, excellent acceleration!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very reliable, apart from a dodgy matrix feed pipe, causing leaks inside the car!

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I think it looks cool.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seats are fine, the aircon is great in climate change Britain.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    OK, comes with an immobiliser.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Don't bother with main dealers, build up a good relationship with a friendly, honest local repairer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Internal trim a bit flimsy and poor build, leaky heater matrix feed pipes caused internal flooding!

    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