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The Fiat Brava was one of two versions of the same car, along with the Fiat Bravo, both of which were in production from 1995-2001. However, whereas the Bravo was a three-door hatchback, the Fiat Brava was a longer five-door hatchback. When it initially entered production, the Fiat Brava was the long-term replacements for the popular Tipo model. The cars came with a choice of three petrol engines and two turbo-diesel engines. On its launch, the Fiat Brava/Bravo even scooped the honour of European Car of the Year. The car re-entered production in 2007, but the Fiat Brava name was dropped and only the Bravo tag was used.

Fiat Brava consumer reviews by year of make: 2001  2006 

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  • "Hello there, I have a Fiat 1.4 Brava... I have only just bought the car and am quite happy with it but there seems to be an issue with the engine temp..." (Daniel Scott, 09/01/2012 08:37:15)
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  • "My diesel Fiat Brava is starting with no problems when cold but when it has been running for approximately half an hour and I’m to go back the c..." (John Longstaff, 14/12/2011 13:53:45)
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  • "Where is jack for the computer in a 1996 Fiat Brava> I have a friend who has a laptop with programs to examine all mistakes but I don’t know whe..." (Lyupcho, 12/12/2011 15:09:08)
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  • "'I was driving home about three weeks ago and I lost power in my Fiat Brava 1.2 16V car. I pulled into the side of the road and when I came to a stop,..." (John Murphy, 08/07/2011 08:39:12)
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  • "'Hello, my Fiat 1.9 diesel is using a lot of water, overheating and smoking. When I start up, there is a lot of black smoke that smells of diesel. I l..." (Craig, 25/11/2010 15:27:25)
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  • John Murphy's question has been answered: "'Your head gasket is blown - Gerry Keogh from Ireland' 'I had the same problem with my Brava 1.2. Try putting some "steelseal" in your radiator. Foll..." (31/01/2012 08:27:11)
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  • Craig's question has been answered: "'It sounds to me like the cylinder head gasket has blown... I advise you not to run it until it has been checked out as it could do more damage if you..." (07/02/2011 16:10:43)
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Fiat Brava consumer car reviews

Steve Bewley, Fife and Kinross Shires

Fiat Brava 80 16v 1.2 2001

4 star review

I have now had this car for over 5years and has not let me down out on the road. Its main foible is brake pipes, everything else has been just wear over the years e.g. exhaust 3 years, tyres only had to renew one due to wear after 33000miles but it was on the car when I bought it with 14000miles on the clock. Others have been replaced due to punctures but as the other tyre was part worn I replaced it at the same time at around £26.00. All in all it has been worth it mpg is not brilliant but on a run at 70-75mph it gives around 46mpg and running around 34mpg. My wife also has one that is 6 months younger; she had to have new front shocks at 2 years and 11 months so it was done under warranty.

Submitted: 09/10/2008 11:33:46 | ID: 1981

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Sian Morgan, Lincolnshire

Fiat Brava 1.9 Multijet 120bhp active 2006

4 star review

A really good looking car both inside and out although I think the carpet is a little cheap looking which is a shame. Excellent fuel consumption at around the 52mpg mark and easily affordable to insure. Very nippy when you need it to be and comfortable to drive over long distances. Very, very quiet engine for a diesel. Excellent value for money.

Submitted: 19/11/2007 11:32:43 | ID: 625

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