Especificaciones y análisis del Fiat Multipla
Power
103HP
Torque
144Nm
Consumption
8.6l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
12.6s
Top Speed
170km/h
Weight
1375kg
Price
16,888€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
6 / 5 doors
430 L
65 L
76 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Fiat Multipla 1.6 ELX · 103 CV (1998-2002)
General description
The Fiat Multipla is not just a car, it's a statement, a daring move that broke the mold in the late 90s. Conceived to be the ultimate minivan, it offered something no one else dared: six seats in two rows within a body just four meters long. A vehicle that evokes strong emotions, but never, ever, goes unnoticed.
Driving experience
Driving a Multipla is an almost panoramic experience. The high driving position and the immense glass surface immerse you in the landscape, creating an unparalleled feeling of freedom and space. Its 103-horsepower engine doesn't aim for records, but to move the family smoothly and sufficiently. It feels agile in the city thanks to its width and short length, and on the road, it's a comfortable travel companion that encourages conversation, turning every journey into a shared experience.
Design and aesthetics
This is where the Multipla becomes a legend. Its design, with that frontal 'step' housing the high beams, was an aesthetic shock, an ode to function over form. Inside, the revolution continues with a central dashboard that looks like a futuristic sculpture and the incredible solution of three front seats. It's not a car to please everyone; it's a brave piece of engineering that prioritized habitability and versatility to the ultimate degree.
Technology and features
The true technology of the Multipla doesn't lie in screens or assistants, but in its spatial concept. The centralized instrumentation, though peculiar, was an ingenious solution for all occupants to share travel information. Its interior modularity, with seats that fold and can be removed, was its greatest technological feat. It had the essentials for its time, like power steering and front disc brakes, but its innovation was purely functional and human.
Competition
The Multipla played in its own league, but if we look for rivals, we would have to look at the Renault Scénic or the Opel Zafira. However, none of them could compete with its bold six-seat configuration or its incredible interior width. While its competitors offered more conventional solutions, the Multipla opted for an overwhelming personality and a practicality that bordered on genius.
Conclusion
The Fiat Multipla is an icon, a cult car that proved that the automotive world can also be art and provocation. It's proof that a family vehicle doesn't have to be boring. Despite the jokes, its intelligence and its focus on people make it an unforgettable piece of automotive history. A brilliant, misunderstood, and, above all, deeply human car.