I purchased a fiat petra from Shaman Autos, Mumbai, a month ago. I have completed 1700 kms so far and it has been a wonderful experience driving the car. Anyone who drives the car immediately comments on the amazing pick up, and good suspension. The AC works well for the front seat but there is poor distribution for the rear seat passangers particularly those at the sides. I have mostly driven in the city and so far it has given me an avg of 9.5l with the AC on.
I have named my black petra Panthera and she certainly is pretty for she attracts lots of admiring glances.
I do feel safe inside the car too.
I have a 2003 Seina 1.6 which was renamed Petra. There were a few quality issues in the begining but they were sorted after couple of visits in the warranty period. Now I have done 15000 km and the performance of the car is quite satisfactory.The car feels rock steady on highways with ample torque to pull you in 5th gear.I have managed 150km/hr speed and still felt safe.
The average is decent with 10-11 km/l in city and 14 km/l on highways, with fully loaded car and A/c on.
The only issue is the lack of image from which this car suffers. Thanks to the indifferent dealer approach. I hope that forthcoming tie up with Tata’s for dealer network improves this.
I’m very glad to tell that I selected petra 1.6 . This car has best fitted engine. AC performance is also good average of 15 km /lt on highways and$11 km/lt in city drive. I purchased this car from Javlli motors from Hubli, Karnataka giving good and prompt service. I’m very happy to bye this very safe sturdy, powerful updated car for very good price. I recommend strongly to go for this car.