Fiat Doblo 1.9 Multijet 120 Diesel Estate...

Gaining inspiration from other van-based cars like the Renault Kangoo and Citroen Berlingo, the Fiat Doblo is a spacious and versatile people carrier that (from 2004) is available with seven-seats. The squared-off shape does little for the looks, but it does mean there's loads of room for passengers in the back while folding all the seats down gives an enormous load-space. It comes well equipped considering the affordable price tag and although not especially refined, does ride well. The smaller engines are best avoided though - only the 1.9-litre MultiJet diesel offers acceptable performance. The model was facelifted in early 2006 with a more modern front and improved interior materials.

The Doblo was originally launched with just the 1.9 D with 63bhp. This felt slightly sluggish, as there was no turbo, and took 20.9 seconds to get from 0-62mph with a top speed of 88mph. The diesel wasn't especially economical, managing a mediocre 39mpg. In February 2002 the far superior 1.9-litre JTD diesel with 100bhp was introduced but in April 2004 it was replaced by a slightly more powerful 105bhp version which was also more economical (fuel consumption improved from 44mpg to 49mpg) and could manage the 0-62mph benchmark in 12.4 seconds. At the same time the 1.3-litre MultiJet was introduced to replace the 1.9D. Although not quick (0-62mph takes 16 seconds), the 70bhp unit is smooth enough and very frugal with 51mpg achievable.

ABS, Radio/CD, Electric Windows, Central Locking, Power Assisted Steering.

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