New Fiat Doblo goes to top of the class

All-new Fiat Doblo: new styling, more space

Fiat Doblo Cargo test Review: Mark Bursa

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?

Cab finish is excellent: quality materials

• 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

*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, drivability, 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.