Especificaciones y análisis del Fiat Marea
Power
105HP
Torque
200Nm
Consumption
5.6l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
10.8s
Top Speed
185km/h
Weight
1215kg
Price
15,146€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
430 L
63 L
77 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Fiat Marea JTD 105 SX · 105 CV (1999-2001)
General description
The Fiat Marea JTD 105 represented a before and after for the Italian brand in the late 90s. It wasn't just another family sedan; it was the standard-bearer of a silent technological revolution, the democratization of the common-rail. In an era when diesels were noisy and rough, the Marea arrived to offer families a smooth, economical, and lively heart, wrapped in a suit of unmistakable Italian design.
Driving experience
Driving the Marea JTD is to feel the honest and generous thrust of its 200 Nm from very low revs. It doesn't seek speed records, but rather to offer a reliable and safe response in every overtake and every merge. Its engine, surprisingly refined for its time, isolates you from the traditional diesel clatter, turning long trips into a pleasant experience. The suspension prioritizes comfort, effectively filtering out irregularities and conveying a sense of poise and tranquility, like a faithful travel companion you can always trust.
Design and aesthetics
The Marea has an aesthetic personality that leaves no one indifferent. Inheriting the front end from the successful Bravo and Brava, its rear is where its unique character resides. Those small, elevated taillights created an unmistakable visual signature and freed up a huge and practical trunk lid. It was a bold design, a statement of intent that moved away from the sobriety of its German rivals and that, even today, evokes a nostalgia for the audacity of Italian design of the era.
Technology and features
The true technological gem of this car is hidden under the hood. The JTD engine pioneered common-rail direct injection technology, a breakthrough that transformed the performance and efficiency of diesel engines. Thanks to it, the Marea offered a combined consumption of just 5.6 liters and a smoothness of ride unthinkable until then. Beyond its revolutionary engine, its technology was simple and functional, focused on the essentials for a comfortable and uncomplicated drive.
Competition
In the competitive compact sedan segment, the Fiat Marea faced giants like the SEAT Toledo, the Renault Mégane Classic, or the Volkswagen Bora. While its German competitors opted for sobriety and perceived robustness, the Marea played the emotion card. It offered a design with more soul, a diesel engine that was the benchmark of the moment, and excellent roominess, becoming a smart and passionate alternative for those looking for more than just a means of transport.
Conclusion
The Fiat Marea JTD 105 is much more than a 90s sedan. It is the memory of an honest, practical, and ahead-of-its-time car. It was a pillar for many families, a vehicle that showed that diesel efficiency was not at odds with refinement and driving pleasure. Today we remember it fondly, as a symbol of Fiat's innovation and a car that, without great fanfare, fulfilled its promise of reliability and comfort with an undeniable touch of Italian style.