Fiat Linea car: specifications and reviews of the owners

The Italian model is a classic example of a controversial car with an equal number of advantages and disadvantages. Everyone will be able to compare them with their needs and make the right decision in favor of or against the purchase. Nevertheless, the actual characteristics and operational characteristics of the machine are so ambiguous that a dry comparison of pluses and minuses also does not make it possible to make a strict verdict. On the other hand, it makes sense to learn more about the technical and operational data of Fiat Linea, as well as the feedback of the owners of this car.

General information about the model

The difficult path of the model to Russia began about 10 years ago. By that time, the domestic car enthusiast was already addicted to inexpensive European hatchbacks and honored the Ford Focus as a bestseller. Actually, the last representative of the foreign car industry was considered as the closest competitor of the Italian novelty. But a close fight did not happen, as Fiat Linea enlarged the Russian car market only by the time when Focus changed the third generation. In turn, the model from Fiat appeared on sale on a wave of great interest, but, to justify it, it was not possible. The manufacturer tried to make a practical and tiring car, weakening such characteristics as ergonomics, comfort and a solid look. However, if in terms of exterior the model turned out to be quite successful, then in the salon cheap plastic turned many potential customers of the brand from themselves.

Specifications

With all the defects of external design and modest ergonomic indicators, the basic design and its filling look very good. In any case, at the time of the Fiat Linea release, many representatives of the world auto industry had similar parameters. So, the characteristics of the car look like this:

• The length is 456 cm.
• The height is 149.4 cm.
• The width of the machine is 173 cm.
• Ground clearance - 15 cm.
• The wheel platform is 260.3 cm.
• The width of the rear track is 148.3 cm.
• The width of the front track is 147.1 cm.
• The volume of the luggage compartment is 500 liters.
• The capacity of the fuel tank is 45 liters.
• The curb weight is 1,275 kg.
• Suspension - spring, independent.
• Brakes - disc (in front - vented).
• KP is a five-step mechanic.

Characteristics of the power plant

The engine is the main part that represents the dignity of the car. Suffice it to say that with a force potential of 120 liters. from. The sedan outperforms the tractors of its closest competitors. The model is equipped with turbocharged engine for 1.4 liters. With such indicators, there is also a good economy in the case of the acquisition of Fiat Linea. Characteristics of the dynamics represents acceleration to "hundreds" in 9.2 seconds, as well as a maximum speed of 195 km / h. It is noteworthy that models from the same class, provided with atmospheric engines of 1.6 liters, demonstrate less impressive performance. But here, too, contradictions begin. The fact that the motor Linea is part of the line of T-Jet, which is known to many car enthusiasts on the model Bravo. This engine is highly valued not only for good traction, but also for noise insulation, which is made in the engine compartment. But the most interesting is that the total noise reduction of the car is very poorly implemented, and this affects the comfort in the process of operation.

Driving performance

The general nature of the movement of the car is focused on the style of a modern family car. Under these requests, both the engine and the controls with the Fiat Linea undercarriage are configured. The steering rack, however, is not very informative in the transmission of signals. As a result, the driver does not feel the sharpness of control, although feedback acts at an optimal level. According to the designers, the undercarriage was designed specifically for this model, but in general terms it largely repeats a similar complex from Brava. In this design, longitudinal levers and the classical McPherson system are provided.

Anyway, the suspension is comfortable and soft. It delicately smoothes both small and large irregularities of the coating. The braking system and the clutch have a lightweight bundle, which allows you to more accurately dose the effort. As for the five-speed gearbox, its direct function is performed cleanly and without delays.

Positive feedback about the model

To the strengths of this model, the owners include a well-formed power stuffing, in the center of which the engine is located. This explains other positive factors of exploitation, among which there is a dynamic dynamics, sufficient efforts on complex sections of the road and coordinated work with the suspension. And all this is supported by a good margin of structural strength Fiat Linea. The reviews do not express any special enthusiasm for the comfort and design qualities of the car, but there are also positive aspects in this part. For example, many owners mark places with aesthetic interior decoration, spaciousness and optimal suspension settings, which adds convenience to rear passengers.

Negative feedback

In terms of design and manageability, there are practically no complaints. Only in some cases, users criticize the car for low ground clearance, which after installing the crankcase makes the body of the car unsuitable for operation in conditions of even light off-road. There are also problems associated with spare parts. In particular, this applies to electricians - many complain about the Fiat Linea generator, which loses its function in the first months of operation. For this reason, it is recommended to replace it at the earliest opportunity. Most of the negative opinions about the car touch the salon. Although it has good makings, its spaciousness and convenience are overshadowed by cheap finishing materials and an entry-level audio system.

Nuances of maintenance

To begin with it is worth recalling that the model in some sense is the predecessor of the car Bravo. This means that the assortment of the element base used in the creation of the machine is quite common in car markets. Find the same electrical components or repair Fiat Linea in the running gear will not be difficult. Thanks to the GM Gamma platform, the car has a lot in common with other representatives of the B segment. It is enough to note the similarity of some parts and structural elements with the Grande Punto, Opel Corsa and AR MiTo. Of course, the efforts made by the manufacturer in the direction of restyling have not gone unnoticed, but this only strengthened the sedan's design - especially in its technical stuffing.

Conclusion

The car and did not find the due attention from domestic buyers, although he had all the makings for this. It is enough to note more than an attractive power plant Fiat Linea, a democratic price tag and a solid platform. In terms of a combination of reliability, power and cost, this model can still be considered today as one of the best options in its class. However, the advantages of the Italian car and did not have a proper impact on the Russian consumer due to other factors. The success of the machine was prevented by poor interior design, a narrow selection of additional options, as well as strong competitors. Although in recent years, Italian designers have made many changes to the model, it has not been possible to completely eradicate the former shortcomings. And this is not to mention the growing price tag, which also does not add to the sedan appeal on the background of technological improvement of rivals in the automotive market.