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- Often cheaper than similar rivals
- Lacks the grunt of vans like the Ford Transit Connect
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First launch in 1996, the Fiat Scudo offers only one body, although two engines are available – a 1.9-litre naturally-aspirated diesel and a 2.0-litre JTD turbo.
The Scudo was facelifted in 2004. Such are the vagaries of the used van market that buyers can pick up a used Scudo for less than the equivalent Peugeot Expert. Blame badge snobbery pure and simple – some buyers see Peugeot as a more upmarket brand than Fiat.
The Scudo is based on the old Fiat Ulysse MPV body, so can truly be called a car-like van. Despite the fact that the Ulysse has been completely revamped, the Scudo continues on the old underpinnings.
The Scudo is built at the Sevel plant in Italy and rolls off the same production line as the Citroen Dispatch and Peugeot Expert. Although the three vans are essentially the same, there are minor specification differences between them.
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The 2.0-litre unit pumps out a lively 109hp at 4,000rpm and 339Nm of torque at 1,750rpm, buzzing this van along at quite a lick, even when loaded.
It is a very different story for the 1.9-litre, which struggles in un-turboed format with a rather paltry 69hp at 4,600rpm and 169Nm of torque at 2,500rpm.
The Scudo was one of the first commercial vehicles to feature a dash-mounted gearchange and it is still one of the slickest on the market – changes can be made with one finger.
Along with nicely-weighted power steering and ride and handling that belie its age, the Scudo won’t disappoint with its road manners.
Although the Scudo offers seating for three, a rather intrusive dash, together with the gear lever, rather restrict space for the middle passenger. However the driver's seat is superbly comfortable.
The 2004 upgrade found even more improvements to the seat, with extra leg and back support. The middle seat folds down to reveal a handy desk complete with mobile phone slot and two coffee cup holders.
The facelift also saw the old standard radio/cassette player replaced by a radio/single slot CD player. The newer model was also treated to a different steering wheel and an extra layer of PVC under the floor and wheelarches, lowering cab noise at 60mph by four decibels, which may not sound a great deal but does in fact make a difference.
Outside, the Scudo features rubbing strips on both sides, which will help protect it from annoying knocks and scrapes.
Buyers pay extra for the 2.0-litre JTD but it will be worth it for those contemplating long journeys. Take to the motorway and stick at a sensible speed and 40mpg could be a real possibility.
The other plus for the 2.0-litre model is that service intervals are two years/18,000 miles compared to two years/12,000 miles for the 1.9.
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Both engines are legendary for their longevity, as long as they have been maintained properly. Look around to see how many old models are still on the roads to gauge their sturdiness.
Once again, the Scudo's car ancestry means this van is well-appointed - for its age. A driver’s airbag comes as standard along with an immobiliser and seatbelts with pre-tensioners.
ABS brakes, though are an optional extra.
- Cheaper than similar vans
- Quite fuel efficient
- A tight fit for three up-front
- 1.6 litre engine is lacklustre
- 2.0 litre engine is prone to stalling
Developed in conjunction with Peugeot and Citroen, the new Scudo is a modern light commercial vehicle that is virtually identical to the Expert and Dispatch.
There's a choice of engines, configurations and even trim levels to suit a variety of panel van, platform cab and commercial passenger vehicle applications.
It benefits from the latest safety systems, drives well and is available with some useful options. Its steeply racked front-end improves performance, fuel economy and noise levels.
The Fiat van dealer network isn't as extensive as the best rivals, but it is increasing.
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Fiat builds good diesel engines itself, but as the Scudo is a joint development with Peugeot and Citroen, the Scudo is offered with a choice of three Peugeot diesels.
The 1.6 litre engine (89hp/180Nm) is slightly lacklustre although the 2 litre engines had the opposite problem. At 126hp (320Nm) and 161hp (340Nm), they provide ample pulling power and return good fuel consumption.
We often found ourselves stalling or wheel-spinning once the clutch ‘bites’, although we would recommend it if you need to cover distance or carry heavy loads. The 1.6 has a five-speed gearbox, the others have six-speeds.
The cabin area in the Fiat Scudo offers a straight-forward working environment with two or three front seats depending upon model, but three adults are a squeeze.
The dash is of car-quality, with several dash-top storage recesses. The steering wheel adjusts for height, the handbrake lever is on the door-side of the driver and the gearlever sprouts from the dash, a short reach from the steering wheel.
The wing mirrors house double mirror units giving an adjustable view and a fixed lower mirror, positioned to aid manoeuvring.
The panel van is available in three slightly varying spec-levels: Business is the most basic, but includes height-adjustable driver's seat, two-way adjustable steering wheel, a high-level storage shelf and a ladder-bulkhead behind the driver.
Comfort level adds electric front windows, an extra cup holder and a load-area 12V power supply. Deluxe versions are further fitted with electric, heated door mirrors, wiper and headlamp sensors and front fog lights.
You can typically pick up a Scudo for less than it's Peugeot or Citroen rivals while it remains competitive economically.
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The engines tend to be reliable. The Scudo features a fuel pump integrated within the fuel tank, so if it runs out of fuel, a re-fuel will get it going again without the services of a technician.
21 per cent of the 75 Fiat Commercial dealerships have extended opening hours or are open 24 hours for servicing and repairs.
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ABS braking (which prevents skidding) is standard and the driver gets an airbag with further airbags available as options.
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Visibility is generally good, although the sloping front-end is out of sight and the windscreen pillars cause a bit of a blind spot.
The remote central locking can unlock the cabin while the load compartment remains secured.
An electronic stability control system can be specified to help the driver retain control in an emergency situation which is a feature only fitted to the more sophisticated vans.
It also includes a hill-holder facility that prevents rolling backwards when pulling away, or reversing, up a hill.