Technical Dualogic reliability

[arthurs]

Hello,

I'm considering buying a 500 1.2 Dualogic, as they are in a very favourable tax bracket here in The Netherlands (purchase price is lower than the manual, and road tax is 75% lower as well). If I would buy one, I'd intend to drive it for at least 5-6 years.

All in all, I would probably prefer the manual for driving enjoyment, but as I won't do very many miles I'm really very much attracted to the lower price of the Dualogic. It seems to drive quite well, too.

The only thing that worries me is the reliability of the Dualogic gearbox. I know Fiat haven't always been known for their rock-solid quality, and it seems to me that there is a lot to go wrong in a robotically actuated gearbox and clutch. I know the system has been in use on Pandas for 5-odd years now, so does anyone have any input as to how reliable it generally is compared to the manual? Thanks!


(great forum, by the way )

 

[RobW]

lots of previous threads and post on this - use the search function to find them

summary: isolated issues
my mum has a Grande Punto with Dualogic and it is fine

 

[roadster1_98]

Hi,
I currently have a 1.2 sport with dualogic. I had an issues very early on in it's life (wouldn't change gear in auto mode) however after a little time off the road it's now back to normal and 13,000 miles so far trouble free (fingers crossed). I would say though that it's not the best shifter if left in auto mode. There are times when I've being pulling out at junctions when it shifts gear and leaves the car labouring a little.

You say the Dualogic is cheaper???? interesting..... I paid a premium to have it with my car. Different market your In I suppose.

In manual shift mode the changes are smooth and I only use the auto in and around city centers.

 

[arthurs]

Thanks for the replies. I had searched the forums and had found numerous reports of glitches with the Dualogic gearbox but as people who have problems with it are usually more likely to report about their experience than people who haven't, I thought I would ask about a 'general opinion' anyway

 

[Minibeater]

Hi, I've got a 1.2 Sport Dualogic, 4k on the clock so far and no problems at all, must admit i drive most of the time in manual mode cos its much more fun, but still pulls away swiftly enough in auto mode..