Fiat Idea 1.3 JTD MultiJet (70 hp)

Diesel engine with 70 hp (51 kW) and 133 lb-ft (180 Nm), built 2003–2010, minivan body, front-wheel drive. The Fiat Idea has 2 more powerful diesel versions.

Power70 hp (51 kW)
Torque133 lb-ft (180 Nm)
0–62 mph15.4 s
Top speed99 mph (159 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.3 JTD MultiJet (70 hp)
Engine code188A9000
Displacement1.3 L (1,251 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio18
Bore69.6 mm
Stroke82 mm
Engine oil capacity3.2 qt (3 l)

Performance

Power70 hp (51 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque133 lb-ft (180 Nm) @ 1750 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)15.4 s
Top speed99 mph (159 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City38 mpg (6.2 l/100 km)
Highway46 mpg (5.1 l/100 km)
Fuel tank12.4 gal (47 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleMinivan
Doors5
Length154.7 in (3,930 mm)
Width66.9 in (1,700 mm)
Height65.4 in (1,660 mm)
Curb weight2,646 lb (1,200 kg)
Cargo volume11.3 cu ft (320 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringElectric power steering
Front suspensionSpring strut
Rear suspensionTorsion bar
Tires195/60 R15
Wheels6J x 15
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Fiat Idea with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Fiat Idea engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.2 i 16V (80 hp)Gasoline80 hp (59 kW)
1.4 i 16V (95 hp)Gasoline95 hp (70 kW)
1.9 JTD (101 hp)Diesel101 hp (74 kW)
1.2 16V Multijet (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
1.4 i 8V (77 hp)Gasoline77 hp (57 kW)

← All Fiat Idea engines

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