Used Fiat Fiorino

What to know before buying: Fiat Fiorino

From 2 forum threads and 1 press test · updated 11/10/2026

What the reviews say

• An owner used the naturally aspirated 1.7-litre diesel intensively for work and reported no engine repairs apart from several glow-plug replacements.[1]one source
• A TipCars discussion title describes the Fiorino 1.3 JTD as an economical work vehicle.[2]one source
• Another TipCars discussion title describes the Fiorino as a family workhorse.[2]one source

Typical faults

• An owner of a naturally aspirated 1.7-litre diesel Fiorino reported that its gearbox was repaired twice.[1]one source

  1.7 naturally aspirated diesel

• The same naturally aspirated 1.7-litre diesel required several glow-plug replacements.[1]one source

  1.7 naturally aspirated diesel

• A 1997 Fiorino with the 1.7 TD emitted white smoke when revved at a standstill; the source links this to poor combustion and a possible injector, glow-plug or compression issue.[1]one source

  1997–1997 · 1.7 TD

• The source lists one defect for the 2016 Fiorino: an airbag issue for which vehicles were called to dealers.[3]one source

  2016–2016

Which engine and version to take

• The naturally aspirated 1.7-litre diesel is the best-supported choice: one owner used it intensively and reported no engine repairs apart from glow-plug replacements.[1]one source
• The 1.3 JTD is worth considering for economy, although the available support is limited to a TipCars title calling it an economical work vehicle.[2]one source

What to check at the inspection

• With the engine cold and when revving, check for white smoke; the source recommends inspecting glow plugs, injector nozzles and compression.[1]one source
• When testing compression, compare the cylinders; the source considers a difference greater than 10% concerning.[1]one source
• Check gearbox operation and repair history, as one owner of the naturally aspirated 1.7-litre diesel reported two repairs.[1]one source
• For a 2016 vehicle, verify that the reported airbag issue and associated dealer action have been addressed.[3]one source

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]fiatforum.bg — Съвет за Фиорино - Fiat Forum Bulgaria · forum
2. [2]tipcars.sk — Fiat Fiorino - najnovšie diskusie · forum
3. [3]defauts.fr — Fiat Fiorino problèmes par année · press

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