Fiat Multipla (2000 - 2010) Review

PROS
Spacious interior, three individual rear seats, good ride quality
CONS
Ungainly looks on early cars, dated cabin design, cheap interior plastics
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At a glance
- New price: £12,848 - £19,310
- Used price: £150 - £2,875 Explore used prices
- Fuel economy: 32 - 45 mpg
- Road tax cost: £195 - £315
- Insurance group: 17 - 19 How much is it to insure?
Verdict
The original Multipla's odd appearance meant that most people were put off - which is a shame as the Italian people carrier comes with a hugely practical and spacious interior, complete with three full-sized rear seats. A redesign smartened up the looks in mid-2004, but the Multipla remains an oddball choice among family cars, where vehicles like the Ford C-MAX, Renault Scenic and Vauxhall Zafira sell in huge numbers.
There are strong points though - the 1.9-litre diesel engine is very good and the Multipla is capable of carrying six people plus luggage - a feat seven-seat alternatives often struggle to achieve.