Especificaciones y análisis del Fiat Tipo
Power
120HP
Torque
320Nm
Consumption
4.2l/100
Emissions
110g/km
0-100 km/h
9.7s
Top Speed
199km/h
Weight
1420kg
Price
17,807€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
520 L
45 L
88 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Fiat Tipo Sedán 1.6 Multijet II 88 kW (120 CV) Easy · 120 CV (2015-2018)
General description
The Fiat Tipo Sedan burst onto the market like a breath of fresh air, a return to the essence of the functional and honest automobile. It represents Fiat's bid to reconquer the compact sedan segment with a clear formula: offering generous space, an efficient engine, and a sensible price, all wrapped in a design with an unmistakable Italian flavor. It's a car that doesn't pretend to be what it's not, and in that sincerity lies its greatest charm.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the heart of this Tipo, the 1.6 Multijet 120 HP engine, beats with surprising force. Thanks to its 320 Nm of torque from very low revs, the response is strong and elastic, making every overtake a safe and pleasant maneuver. It's not a sports car, but its 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 9.7 seconds demonstrates its verve. The suspension prioritizes comfort above all, effectively filtering out irregularities and making it an ideal companion for long road trips, where its low consumption of 4.2 liters per 100 km becomes its best argument.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the Fiat Tipo Sedan is an exercise in elegance and proportion. Its fluid lines and classic three-box silhouette give it a mature and balanced presence, far from any stridency. But it's inside where it truly wins you over. The space is remarkable, for both front and rear passengers, and its 520-liter trunk is simply gigantic for its category, a promise of adventures and trips without luggage worries. The materials are simple but durable, designed to withstand the daily life of a family.
Technology and features
The technology on board the Tipo in its Easy trim is functional and straightforward, without unnecessary complications. The infotainment system fulfills its purpose of intuitively connecting your world with the car. Although it doesn't feature the latest advancements of its time like the Stop-Start system, it does have essential elements such as electric power steering, which greatly facilitates city maneuvers. It's just the right amount of technology to make life on board more comfortable, without overwhelming or distracting from what's truly important: the pleasure of driving.
Competition
At the time, the Fiat Tipo Sedan faced very pragmatic rivals like the SEAT Toledo, the Skoda Rapid, or the Citroën C-Elysée. Against them, the Tipo played the card of a more emotional design and an extraordinarily capable and balanced diesel engine. While its competitors focused on pure functionality, the Fiat added a touch of style and more rewarding dynamic behavior to the equation, offering one of the best ratios of space, performance, and price on the market.
Conclusion
The Fiat Tipo 1.6 Multijet 120 HP is much more than an affordable sedan; it's an intelligent and passionate purchase in equal parts. It's the perfect car for those who value space, efficiency, and the reliability of a robust engine, but don't want to give up a head-turning design. It's an honest vehicle that more than delivers on its promises and gives you the feeling of having wisely invested every euro. A loyal, spacious, and characterful travel companion.