The Italian auto industry is constantly in the shadow of its larger competitors from Germany, England, America. However, the manufacturer Fiat shows good sales figures, while the main brand of Italy is also popular on the world stage. Today we will talk about the popularizer of the L-class - the Fiat Qubo minivan.
General model information
The Geneva Motor Show (2008) was the starting point for a five-door “cube” around the world. The car received such a nickname due to the specific shape of the body.
The minivan is built on a successful platform that is suitable for multiple transformations. The manufacturer tried to give the same qualities to the interior. As a result, the interior decoration was spacious, comfortable and multifunctional.
The luggage compartment is designed for 329 liters, and the total capacity of the "compact" - 440 kg. The back row of seats can be folded or completely removed, which will expand the interior space at times. Fiat Qubo is capable of transporting items up to 2.5 meters in length!
Visual impressions
Designers did their best: we have a noticeable, original appearance that will definitely remain in our memory.
The front of the car is presented in the form of a “bulging” bumper, large air intakes. Behind the driver is waiting for a "vertical wall", decorated with headlights and a circle in the center.
The latest restyling has made significant changes to the established design of the L-class minivan. The most obvious innovations are presented below:
- The new front bumper is organically beaten with the Qubo inscription in the center.
- The model received a fundamentally new head optics.
- The back “vertical wall” is a thing of the past. The "feed" of the car has become more original.
- Alloy wheels are available as standard.
- Fiat Qubo pleased with a pair of colors for the body - Magnetic Bronze and Azure Blue.
- Significant changes have also occurred in the interior. In addition to the new steering wheel and upholstery, the driver receives the Uconnect infotainment system. It supports all known communication / switching systems.
Specifications
The engine range of the Fiat Qubo Family is presented in the form of a 1.4-liter gasoline unit and a 1.3-liter turbodiesel. Power characteristics are 73 and 75 “horses”, respectively. The diesel engine is qualitatively distinguished by direct injection technology, an intercooler, and an electronic turbocharger control.
Fuel consumption in urban areas is 5.7 liters, while the average figure is 4.5 liters per hundred. Mixed mode gasoline counterpart costs 7 liters, riding in the "stone jungle" burns 8.8 liters. The maximum power of the moving units is software limited at 155 km / h. The compact car complies with the EURO 4 environmental standard. Fiat Qubo engines operate under the control of a 5-speed manual gearbox, an “automatic” one step higher.
Electrical safety systems are available thanks to ABS, ESC, EBD, HBA, brake force distributor.
Options
The initial level (Pop) consists of front electric lifts, electrically adjustable mirrors, a multifunctional driver's seat, and a folding glass for the luggage compartment.
Medium level equipment (Lounge): air conditioning, a Uconnect system, wheels and fog lights are added to the above.
Premium package (Trekking): the car is equipped with cruise control, roof rails, protective pallets for bumpers. Strengthened suspension, cross-axle differential control system.
The initial price for an L-class minivan is about 890 thousand rubles, the maximum cost is a little over 1,180 thousand.
Reviews
According to most car owners, the “compact” deserves the money invested, and the design of the model is ideal for the “cube”. Many note their satisfaction with the functionality of the vehicle. Summing up, it is worth noting that the reviews on the Fiat Qubo testify in favor of the large credit of trust that the car uses.