Body style: Van
Segment: Medium MPV
Production years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
It’s no secret that the first model released in 1998 was not that well appreciated. I mean… it did win the Top Gear Car of the Year in 2000 due to its practicality, but still got the title of the “Ugliest Car” within the same programme.
For 2004, Fiat tried to rectify the exterior design and the model underwent a huge facelift.
Aesthetically, the all new Multipla featured new headlights, a reprofiled hood and a generally more streamlined look, turning it into a more anonymous and less controversial vehicle. The bulge where the hood and the cabin met was removed. The new Multipla was 2cm wider and 4cm longer, with a revised bumper.
The innovative three-by-two seating layout was kept, thus the small Multipla could accommodate up to 6 occupants.
Inside, the cabin’s design was not really updated, thus the dashboard was already looking a little dated. The quality of the materials used was not the best, but everything looked well put together.
The cabin was roomy and the trunk’s size was enormous for a car of this size.
At the wheel, the driver had a good driving position and enjoyed increased visibility, while the dash-mounted gearshift was within easy reach and worked smoothly.
The trim levels SX and ELX were replaced by the new Dynamic, Dynamic Plus and Eleganza. The base model was almost-well-equipped, featuring anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution, front airbags, electric windows and others, but still lacked air-conditioning.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 5MT FWD (103 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1596 cm3 |
Power: | 76 KW @ 5750 RPM 103 HP @ 5750 RPM 102 BHP @ 5750 RPM |
Torque: | 107 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 145 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection Naturally aspirated |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.6 gallons (62.8 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 104.4 mph (168 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65/R15 88 H |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161 in (4089 mm) |
Width: | 73.7 in (1872 mm) |
Height: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.6/59.8 in (1,514/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105 in (2667 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 45.5 cuFT (1288 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2866.5 lbs (1300 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 20.5 mpg US (11.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 205 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L JTD 5MT FWD (120 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1910 cm3 |
Power: | 88.3 KW @ 4000 RPM 120 HP @ 4000 RPM 118 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 155 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 210 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 16.6 gallons (62.8 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 106.9 mph (172 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65/R15 88 H |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161 in (4089 mm) |
Width: | 73.7 in (1872 mm) |
Height: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.6/59.8 in (1,514/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105 in (2667 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 45.5 cuFT (1288 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3020.8 lbs (1370 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 173 g/km |