New Fiat Doblo goes to top of the class

All-new Fiat Doblo: new styling, more space

Cab finish is excellent: quality materials

Loadspace: takes two Europallets

Side door provides access to low load floor

Fiat Doblo Cargo test
Review: Mark Bursa
Date Posted: 27/02/2010

Fiat Doblo Cargo 1.6 SX

What is it?

ALL-NEW second generation version of Fiat's mid-sized panel van, slotting into the range between Fiorino and Scudo. It's based on the Grande Punto platform, guaranteeing good drivability, while a more stylish body is roomier than the outgoing Doblo.

What's hot?

Styling is a major improvement on the old Doblo...
...with a more rounded body with a very distinctive, bold face
Interior finish is excellent, with high-quality plastics and materials...
...plus good ergonomics, with lots of useful pockets and storage bins…
…even under the passenger seat cushion
There's a choice of wheelbases with new Maxi LWB versions
Loadspace is square and will take two Europallets...
...cargo area well equipped, with flush lighting and plastic floor protector
Cargo floor is very low, to minimise back strain when loading up
Solid on the road, thanks to new bi-link independent rear suspension
This can be fine-tuned to suit the sort of loads you carry
Payload of 750kg is class-leading; loadspace up with sector best
Big rear door handles allow one-finger access and 180 degree opening

What's not?

High-roof version is an option only on SWB Doblo Cargo...
...LWB Maxi is low-roof only...
...otherwise Fiat fears Doblo will take sales from larger Scudo
Despite all the pockets and bins, there's no mobile phone pocket

What you need to Know

P11D Value:	£12,895 ex-VAT
Monthly Rental: *	£245 + VAT
What will it be worth: **	£n/a
GVW:	2,060kg
Payload:	750kg
Loadspace Volume:	3.4cu m
Basic Loadspace Dimensions:	1,8200mm long x 1,714mm wide x 1,305mm high
Engine:	1.6 16v MultiJet turbo diesel, 6spd gearbox
CO2 Emissions:	136g/km
Power/torque:	105bhp/290Nm
Economy:	54.3mpg

*Monthly contract hire rentals generated by Concept Vehicle Leasing. Based on a 36 month lease at 10,000 miles a year, 3+35 payments.

** Trade value of van if purchased after three years and 60,000 miles.
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Business Van Manager Road Test Rating

A lot of thought has gone into this van. The attention to detail is remarkable – it's very hard to find faults. It looks much better than the old Doblo, and has been improved in almost every department – payload, loadspace, drivabiity, comfort and fuel economy. New 1.6-litre diesel is excellent, too, and stop & start system helps boost fuel economy to 54.3mpg, and CO2 to 136g/km. In a very competitive sector of the van market, Fiat Doblo Cargo is right up there with the best.