Especificaciones y análisis del Fiat Stilo
Power
103HP
Torque
145Nm
Consumption
7.5l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
10.9s
Top Speed
183km/h
Weight
1325kg
Price
15,510€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
335 L
58 L
76 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Fiat Stilo 5p 1.6 Actual 103 CV (2003-2004)
General description
The Fiat Stilo burst onto the market in the early 2000s as a bold statement of intent from the Italian brand. With the 5-door version, Fiat not only sought to replace the successful Bravo but also to redefine the concept of a compact family car, betting on an interior space and versatility almost like a minivan. This Stilo with its 103 HP 1.6 engine represented the heart of the range, a logical and balanced option that promised to be the ideal daily companion for a modern family.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Stilo 1.6 conveys a sense of calm and ease. Its 103 horsepower engine is willing and sufficient to move the car with ease in the city and on highway trips, though without any sporty pretensions. What truly captivates is its electric power steering with the 'City' mode, a technological caress that turns parking maneuvers into child's play. The suspension prioritizes comfort, effectively filtering out road imperfections and creating a relaxed travel atmosphere. It's not a car that asks for a fight, but one that invites you to enjoy the journey with a smooth and predictable drive.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the 5-door Stilo is a hymn to functionality. Its rounded shapes and notable height maximize living space, creating a surprisingly spacious and bright cabin. Unlike its more aggressively styled 3-door sibling, here aesthetics serve practicality. Inside, Fiat's leap in quality was palpable: a clean dashboard design, pleasant-to-the-touch materials, and a high driving position that provides great visibility and a sense of command over the road. It's a design that ages not for its audacity, but for its intelligence.
Technology and features
In its time, the Stilo was a true technological showcase. It democratized features that were previously reserved for higher segments, such as cruise control, rain sensors, automatic lights, or an advanced infotainment system with a color screen. Safety was also a priority, with the option to equip up to eight airbags. It was a car that made you feel like you were driving the future, a compact that was generous not only in space but also in innovation.
Competition
The Fiat Stilo faced fierce competition in Europe's most contested segment. It had to measure up against titans like the Volkswagen Golf, the Ford Focus, and the Peugeot 307. While the Golf boasted its build quality and the Focus its dynamic chassis, the Stilo played the cards of superior interior space, remarkable ride comfort, and more abundant technological equipment for a competitive price, positioning itself as the smart and spacious alternative.
Conclusion
The Fiat Stilo 1.6 was a brave car full of good ideas. It represented a monumental effort by Fiat to conquer the compact segment with strong arguments like space, comfort, and technology. Although its commercial career was more discreet than expected and its electronic reliability raised some doubts, today it is remembered as an honest car ahead of its time. It offered a lot for its price, and its focus on life on board made it a rolling home for many families, a haven of comfort and practicality in the concrete jungle.