For Handsome and interesting alternative small 4x4. It’s easy to drive, with good off-road ability and on-road manners, and the cabin is well built.
Against It lacks the quality and flair of some rivals, and space is tight for both rear passengers and luggage. Visibility is poor, and refinement falls off at higher speeds.
What Car? says
The Sedici is a well priced and capable 4x4, offering a sharp drive and distinctive looks. Top spec Eleganza models offer plenty of kit and even more visual flair.
There are 3 Fiat Sedici versions available
Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
The Fiat Sedici - so named because the word is Italian for '16', or 4x4 - is the first product of a joint venture between the Italian firm and Suzuki.
As such, it shares its architecture with the impressive Suzuki Swift, and the 1.6 petrol engine, four-wheel drive layout and five-speed manual gearbox come from the Japanese maker. Fiat donates its Multijet diesel and a six-speed gearbox, and the styling is Italian, too, by Giugiaro. Of the two engines, the Fiat diesel shines, with plenty of punch from low revs, whereas the petrol unit feels more peaky.
The build quality is impressive, and 4WD versions of the Sedici even shine off-road thanks to a simple yet cleverly executed four-wheel drive system that provides good traction. All models are well equipped and reasonably priced, but rear space is tight, as is the boot.
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