Comparing Croma to Tipo Estate (comparing two manual 6 speed turbo MultiJet diesel 16V Fiat cars).
With the ULEZ (Ultra Low Emission Zone) expansion looming; after 10 years and 100,000 miles of Croma ownership; I traded the Croma in for a Tipo Estate.
So I’m comparing a
2005 136,000 miles Croma 1.9 JTD MultiJet 150bhp Eleganza
with a
2017 38,000 miles Tipo Estate 1.6 MultiJet II 120bhp Lounge.
Croma features
Less noisy inside
More space for occupants, the Croma is easier to get in and out of
Brakes feel stronger
Height adjustable front passenger seat
Place above driver’s door to keep sunglasses
Compartment to chill water bottles under front armrest
Rear seat armrest
Radio traffic information via interrupts
CD player
12V socket inside rear passenger area
Keys that open windows
Tipo Estate features
Feels better planted on the road, with a less wallowing ride, handles better
ULEZ Compliance
Better diesel consumption (45 mpg is better than 35 mpg)
Zero road tax
Nicer steering wheel
Satellite Navigation system with speed camera notification
Reversing camera
DAB radio
Dusk and Rain Sensors (Automatic Headlights and Wipers)
Cup holders
With the ULEZ (Ultra Low Emission Zone) expansion looming; after 10 years and 100,000 miles of Croma ownership; I traded the Croma in for a Tipo Estate.
So I’m comparing a
2005 136,000 miles Croma 1.9 JTD MultiJet 150bhp Eleganza
with a
2017 38,000 miles Tipo Estate 1.6 MultiJet II 120bhp Lounge.
Croma features
Less noisy inside
More space for occupants, the Croma is easier to get in and out of
Brakes feel stronger
Height adjustable front passenger seat
Place above driver’s door to keep sunglasses
Compartment to chill water bottles under front armrest
Rear seat armrest
Radio traffic information via interrupts
CD player
12V socket inside rear passenger area
Keys that open windows
Tipo Estate features
Feels better planted on the road, with a less wallowing ride, handles better
ULEZ Compliance
Better diesel consumption (45 mpg is better than 35 mpg)
Zero road tax
Nicer steering wheel
Satellite Navigation system with speed camera notification
Reversing camera
DAB radio
Dusk and Rain Sensors (Automatic Headlights and Wipers)
Cup holders