Had mine for 10 years in Tornado blue. Only done 57K so it’s had a quiet life. Essential to have it serviced regularly, once a year, which in my case is by a trusted, local, family owned garage. Beyond wear and tear items it’s had its radiator and air con core replaced because of rust and as mentioned here, the suspension springs are a weakness and have been replaced…..and in the case of the front, twice. But they are not expensive. Despite the low mileage, I watch the timing belt life spans carefully, so the Mito is about to go in for its fourth. It’s never failed me on the road and starts first time. It’s really been a pleasure to own and I intend to keep it.
Loved my Mito, always thought it deserved better reviews than it got. I had a 2012 1.6D - good mix of power for the size of the car and economy. Gripped well and could shift when you wanted it to. It did have a few issues with coolant loss (EGR casing cracking which I think was a common issue) and this happened a couple of times which may have contributed to a subsequent radiator leak. Wheel bearings seemed a weak point too, replaced them more often than tyres! I had the C635 gearbox rather than M32 and in winter it could be very stiff when selecting 1st/2nd but changing the oil grade helped. One thing that disappointed me was bubbling paint on the bootlid below the Alfa badge/boot release - didn’t think that was acceptable on a 4 year old car. Final nail in the coffin for mine was when the starter motor died in busy traffic one day. Ended up trading it for a 2008 Brera S which is a different breed and a real step up, and so far no trouble compared to the Mito, but do still have a little soft spot for it.
ewanwallace1 totally agree, what most reviews neglect to mention is how much more special they make you feel than in a boring Festa or Polo. You’ll never park up a fiesta and look back (unless it’s an ST) but you totally would a Mito. They just feel more special.
Thanks for the video. I just purchased a Quadrifoglio without knowing anything about it really just that it was a good deal with only 27,000 miles on a 2013 single owner. The 2 front coil springs were just replaced so sounds like a have done quite well.
I knew it was a good idea to start looking for a MiTo. I think they share the Plattform with the Punto so it should be a pretty reliable car. Looking for a facelift version cuz I prefer the newer interior. I'd change all the emblems to the matt-silver looks better :D I'd get the super tiny 1.4 8v engine 78-79 hp most trustworthy in my oppinion. Also I'd immediately change the transmission fluid just like engine oil, and filters. Greetings from Germany
One of the chrome thins on my grill on my front bumper is gone, that little round thing in the front is also gone, on my wing mirror I have a little bit of damage on the edge of the 2011 model, my rear bumper has a little bend in it and doens't fully connect to the car, it comes 1cm or something out, still I am really happy with my car only €2300 paid in Belgium (in BE that's cheap) My engine is in perfect shape btw
Got one, my first car, it's a 1.4 155bhp Veloce, but I got it of my sister with a remapped ECU at 201bhp. It does 0-60 in 6.9 seconds. Top speed 141mph. Absolutely love it
I've had my 1.6 jtdm2 Distinctive from new, it's eight years old now and has been great to drive. Your right about the paint, my Rosso paint chips very easily, but the only other issues I've had are two n/s/r wheel bearing replacement's and n/s front spring X2 replacement. It's serviced as required by the book and surprises many an Audi and BMW up to 80. It's been very reliable and cruises very well, it has cruise control (2012). Underneath is very good too although the exhaust will need replacing soonish as the outer shroud on the back box has split. The rear boot spoiler has clear coat peel and am struggling to get the spoiler off currently, any ideas on that? But on the whole it's a great car and I've been getting as much as 71 AVG mpg before the cam belt change, (driving miss daisy) if you're thinking about owning a MiTo (Milano/Torino) go and get yourself one, just buy wisely 👍🏻😃
Great review and watched this about four times before I bought my mito! Same as the one in the video. Can u ask how easy is it to hard wire in my next base dash cam ?
Use a fuse tap so and draw from a fuse that has power when the ignition is turned on what I done personally perfectly safe separate fuse for the camera and original fuse still in place. Plus you can hide the wire the whole way down the head liner and into the glove box.
I looking to buy one of these for my first car. 2009 1.4 veloce 16v. Anything I should look out for or just any general knowledge of reliability would be appreciated.
Hi one MASSIVE THING you missed witch happens to most of the mitos is the rear top brake light when pressed its very very dim when water gets in thats on most common problem have seen and had lot of mitos and family had all same problem thats one massive problem with mitos shame they dont nake them any more.
Hi, I’m looking to buy a mito 1.6jtdm 2011 witk 137k km, I heard a lot of different opinions about this engine and I’m a bit worried, is it reliable? I’ve seen the car at a dealer, I like it, the dealer offers me a 3 month warranty and I’m really tempted to buy it.
Just bought a Mito qv, brilliant car and good looking! Does anyone know what size dashboard bulb it uses and how many, can´t see my water temp at night..
Nice cars. We had one for four years. Totally reliable . But, if I was buying again I would get a more powerful engine as the basic ones are a tad underpowered
Very true. I got the basic 1.4 105hp and it's so unwilling even in D mode. My next car will not be below 170 (Giulietta hopefully) but I still like the Mito, gorgeous looking car.
If you take a look at all the MiTos for sale currently on autotrader and put the reg number into dvla's MOT history check website, you will see that the vast majority of MiTos which are older than 4 years suffer from corrosion, oil leaks, gearbox oil leaks, broken coil springs, EML (engine management light) on, and other suspension related problems. The Multi Air unit is also prone to fail. Costs about £900 to replace i think(supply and fit). Unfortunately unless you specifically ask for the "oil strainer" to be changed when oil is changed along with filter it will not be. It is recommended changing oil every 6 months with the MA units.
Are the front bumper brackets brand specific? Concerned about spare availability here in Mexico and i definitely need to replace them as the bumper gets sort of separated at the headlights level. Own a 2015 QV one and the only issue i've got is a cracked radiator and the plastic cover under the engine compartment being ripped off on a track day due speed (this is what broke the brackets).
So, apart from Multiair unit failure, steering motor failure, whiny gearboxes, stretchy cam chains, 60K cam belt changes and Italian electronics they're fine?
Nice car the twin air, handles really well. DAB radio Ariel prone to giving up the ghost, had 2 replaced, rear wheel bearings, but other than those pretty trouble free. 👍👍👍
Hello Sir i Engoy watching yors posts about thouse lovely cars. Im just wondering if you my now cases with warning brake light, i got car from specialist and they changed front discs and pads with Brembo parts, in meantime rears looked worn but not low any way i changed rears today with Brembo pads and discs, as about month ago got warning brake light, after job done and new wires connected light apears to still be on dashboard, i did not drived yet after fitting breaks, so my be light will go. I check brake cylinder no fluid leaks as well level is good with new fluid so not siure what can be, any ideas??? Haw you came a cross problem like this, i did not checked for my be wires beinng broken somewhere. I have 2010 alfa mito clover leaf mulitiair.
11:26 Just want to point out, having done it multiple times, when changing the timing belt on a MiTo 1.4 Turbo Petrol 155, the turbocharger is not in the way, it's a relatively simple job that you can tackle at home, bearing in mind that you need to have the tool to loosen the belt tensioner pulley.
I have this exact car 2017. He needs the wing mirror and head and tail light surrounds doing, the lacquer is chipping. My read light has water in too. Not that expensive to find replacement parts. I need to change the passenger side handle because someone opened their door on it. Cant find the colour so may replace them both with carbon fibre ones. Absolutely love my Alfa
Since i was a young boy i love Alfa Romeo Cars. The first Alfa i've ever noticed was a Giulia Junior and i was 10 years old. Now I'm 58 and soon I'll buy my very first Alfa. Maybe a MiTo, maybe a Giulietta, maybe a Giulia Veloce.
Thanks again , had my multiair serviced thanks to you. Do u know anyone who wants an imaculate Mito QV only 24 k driven by me from new ? I would want at least £8600 am going to ad in Autotrader soon, but, just thought Id ask. Rob
Want to buy a Mito. Don't. Want a Mito because it is a fun to drive premium small car- get a Mini. Want one because it is an Alfa Romeo - get a Giulietta. Want one because it is an italian small car- get a Punto. Only the top version is woth it. The same engine is offered only in the Grande Punto Abarth which unlike the regular Punto is actually more expensive than the Mito.
I have question that even the factory couldn't give me an answer too,so pressure is on lol .Like the QV Line in the video , the grill, mirror caps ,door handles and wheels are all the same colour do you know the paint code for them ??Cheers
Had 2012 qv , when I started it , it would sometimes remain in limp mode and other times it would be fine. Started happening after about 3/4 years of ownership; Alfa specialist had no idea why it was doing it; didn’t throw any codes. I loved the car but got very frustrating as I had to sit there turning the car on and off until it started not being in limo mode. Traded it in in the end and got a guilia
Another common fault on the exterior is the hatch opening button / heated rear screen / wiper failure. All of these generally have the same solution, replace the cables that go through the flexi section between the body and the hatch. I'd add on the interior, that silly cubby hole drawer to the right of the steering wheel is the flimsiest bit of the MiTo, they have a tendency to not latch and then fall open when driving.
Have a question about Alfa 145 and diagnostics. Can you explain in a video diagnostics on 3 pin alfa/fiat and what free programs to use and some of obd scanners that work with old diagnostics? Bought some but can't read anything. Maybe faulty odb scanner but wanna check it out with you
Bro, please tell me about TCT gearbox- is it reliable?? And can you tell me about Grande Punto avtomatic gearbox PLEASE 🫶? I lost my leg from cancer, and I can drive only automatic car. Can you help me with this information bro please 🙏
If you want a reliable automatic you'd be better off with a Japanese one. Toyota Yaris Hybrid comes to mind. Those CVT's are pretty reliable. Fiat is pretty average reliability wise, but the gearboxes were one of the weak points of the car.
Cruise control is actual a great cheap and easy retrofit to a UK car! For about £55 with all the trim I bought the stalk squib and replaced my old one on my '09 Veloce, PROXI Alignment in MES and working beautifully!
I so much think of buying a MiTo so I’m seeing the ads here and there. What I noticed is the gap between the front bumper and hood is really random. Does that mean a 100% front end crash or bump ? Or are they becoming saggy from even removing and putting the bumper back in ?
Dont get one with xenon headlights. They are problematic and expensive to replace. 800 euro if you find a cheap pair. The dark ones are especially hard to find. Still i love it! 10 years old and the inspection costs more than the repairs to pass it. I do repair myself i have to add.
I loved the car but i had too much problems with mine. I had a 1.6 jtdm 120 hp. Turbo changed, dpf change, injector change, etc it had only 130000 km on it at that moment..
I have a Multiair Mito Turbo from 2011 and I just love it..runs great and had it for a year now..the multiair unit was broken in mine.."nothing I knew when I bought it"..but the cardealer payed for that to be fixed..very expensive unfortunately..so make sure that one is ok if you buy one...and be sure too have right oil and check for level once a week...if you have the wrong oil or to low on oil the multiair unit can fail..so be careful of that...no other problems so far..just great to drive!👍
my mito Quadrifoglio came up with a suspension fault light on the dash which pulled it out of dynamic mode but about 5miles later it went away then came back on briefly before going away and hasn't came back. it was pretty wet out and the intermittency makes me think its a loose connection of some kind. Do you have any experience with this issue many thanks
Neil, I love my 1.3 jtdm 95bhp. but gear changes are stiff. I know about the greasing and lube for the switchgear under the battery box. Is there any oil I could also consider changing🤷♂️ done 100 K+and great video BTW. Helped me decide on a Mito.
Good info. thanks. Have heard Multiair can be very costly to repair, but only Alfa dealers know how to look after em, i.e. some filter hidden away needs replacing etc ? I have 1'4 QV
@@ItaliaAutos Thank you very much, so pretty normal shocks. Anything special I should be aware of ? I am thinking about buying one with 120k KM (round 85k miles i think)
I wanna buy my first car. How are the 1.3 JTD Models? I’ve seen a Basic model of that car, what exactly should I be aware of when buying that? For example, the model I’ve seen was 2011, 120000km, 95hp, had only one owner.
@@ItaliaAutos hi, I’m an owner of this MiTo for 3 months right now! Very nice car. Already done about 6000 Km traveling. Doing an oil change this week. The steering is amazing, we found with my wife both front seats super comfortable for long journeys! Diesel is a bit loud, especially when going 155km/h. So I’m pretty happy with this car.
I had my Mito for 3 years and 40000 km, it s not been reliable at all, i have cracked the reservoir for coolant, a very common issue, i had to replace THE ENTIRE gearbox, that is the real throwback in all the mito's, i have spent more than 1400 euro just to do that, i had also to chance the front brake disk, since they keep cracking, also the ecu for the blue and me system failed. I love the mito, is a nice little car and is very enjoyable but as i sad not very reliable, like how all alfas are.
I've a 2011 1.3 jtdm with 111k miles on it. Was running fine until yesterday when I noticed greyish smoke from the exhaust and my check engine light lit up. Any advice on what the problem could be?
How often Multiair goes bad on how many miles? Are they as bad as BMW PSA Prince engines with Valvetronic and VANOS? Thank you. I'm looking to buy 1.4 105hp version from 2010.
Here was me thinking of Buying a MITO instead of a Golf but after watching this Video I will definitely give the Mito a miss Pity very good looking cars
Just got one. My first car too. She's called Maia and my god she's a beauty
Good stuff.
As a man, You’ve named your car?
@@ambitionsskyyyy it's an Alfa mate. Of course she's going to have a name
I've named my mito satan
@@PastaRiiCe123 is it reliable? I’ve heard it’s very unreliable
Had mine for 10 years in Tornado blue. Only done 57K so it’s had a quiet life. Essential to have it serviced regularly, once a year, which in my case is by a trusted, local, family owned garage. Beyond wear and tear items it’s had its radiator and air con core replaced because of rust and as mentioned here, the suspension springs are a weakness and have been replaced…..and in the case of the front, twice. But they are not expensive. Despite the low mileage, I watch the timing belt life spans carefully, so the Mito is about to go in for its fourth. It’s never failed me on the road and starts first time. It’s really been a pleasure to own and I intend to keep it.
That's good to hear.
Loved my Mito, always thought it deserved better reviews than it got. I had a 2012 1.6D - good mix of power for the size of the car and economy. Gripped well and could shift when you wanted it to.
It did have a few issues with coolant loss (EGR casing cracking which I think was a common issue) and this happened a couple of times which may have contributed to a subsequent radiator leak. Wheel bearings seemed a weak point too, replaced them more often than tyres!
I had the C635 gearbox rather than M32 and in winter it could be very stiff when selecting 1st/2nd but changing the oil grade helped.
One thing that disappointed me was bubbling paint on the bootlid below the Alfa badge/boot release - didn’t think that was acceptable on a 4 year old car. Final nail in the coffin for mine was when the starter motor died in busy traffic one day. Ended up trading it for a 2008 Brera S which is a different breed and a real step up, and so far no trouble compared to the Mito, but do still have a little soft spot for it.
ewanwallace1 totally agree, what most reviews neglect to mention is how much more special they make you feel than in a boring Festa or Polo. You’ll never park up a fiesta and look back (unless it’s an ST) but you totally would a Mito. They just feel more special.
So basically you changed so many stuff and stuff failed many times. Bad review overall
@@robsawalker Someone that understands that feeling. Will never sell my Mito QV
Thanks for the video. I just purchased a Quadrifoglio without knowing anything about it really just that it was a good deal with only 27,000 miles on a 2013 single owner. The 2 front coil springs were just replaced so sounds like a have done quite well.
Good stuff.
Still such a beautiful car!!
Taste thing, I don't like it at all
@@pfarraldcash6095 You shouldn't eat cars!
@@g00dfeeling Sometimes, when I'm in a hurry on the Autobahn , I need a small car snack for breakfast. 😉
@@pfarraldcash6095 bro probably drives a wagen
@@pfarraldcash6095 too right pfarrald cash for primeminster
I knew it was a good idea to start looking for a MiTo. I think they share the Plattform with the Punto so it should be a pretty reliable car. Looking for a facelift version cuz I prefer the newer interior. I'd change all the emblems to the matt-silver looks better :D
I'd get the super tiny 1.4 8v engine 78-79 hp most trustworthy in my oppinion. Also I'd immediately change the transmission fluid just like engine oil, and filters.
Greetings from Germany
So how super super tiny is the .9 litre engine..
@@stephen300o6 0.9 is turbocharged. So it would likely be less trustworthy than the NA 1.4.
@@stephen300o6 Supertiny, ultramini, smallie-smallie quacamollie
I've just bought a 2009 Mito 1.4 turbo 155hp. Seems to be a great car . Anything I should look out for ?
i have mine for 3 years and 35000 km. absolutely nothing.same engine and year as yours
Good to know , thanks @@omugalben
Gearboxes are weak on the 155 same box as 1.6 diesel I believe.
I have a 2014 one I really love it its fast its sound great and its handling its pretty good its a pretty good beginner car
good stuff
Gearbox is M32 from Opel so it is problematic
@@deividasnavickas Thx for the tip. So I should look for a Facelift 2014 right ?
One of the chrome thins on my grill on my front bumper is gone, that little round thing in the front is also gone, on my wing mirror I have a little bit of damage on the edge of the 2011 model, my rear bumper has a little bend in it and doens't fully connect to the car, it comes 1cm or something out, still I am really happy with my car only €2300 paid in Belgium (in BE that's cheap)
My engine is in perfect shape btw
Off to have a look at one later. I'm sure this will come in helpful. Thanks!
Good luck
Got one, my first car, it's a 1.4 155bhp Veloce, but I got it of my sister with a remapped ECU at 201bhp. It does 0-60 in 6.9 seconds. Top speed 141mph. Absolutely love it
nice.
Woah that's quick for such a small car
What's the insurance like?
@@evanmiles4008 Really cheap they're insurance group 18
@@MegaCazzam nice.
Thnks m8, i was looking to buy one and then I was put off and now after this video is am now reconsidering
Glad to be of help
Twinair is a two cylinder engine ( clue is in the name)
I've had my 1.6 jtdm2 Distinctive from new, it's eight years old now and has been great to drive. Your right about the paint, my Rosso paint chips very easily, but the only other issues I've had are two n/s/r wheel bearing replacement's and n/s front spring X2 replacement. It's serviced as required by the book and surprises many an Audi and BMW up to 80. It's been very reliable and cruises very well, it has cruise control (2012). Underneath is very good too although the exhaust will need replacing soonish as the outer shroud on the back box has split. The rear boot spoiler has clear coat peel and am struggling to get the spoiler off currently, any ideas on that? But on the whole it's a great car and I've been getting as much as 71 AVG mpg before the cam belt change, (driving miss daisy) if you're thinking about owning a MiTo (Milano/Torino) go and get yourself one, just buy wisely 👍🏻😃
awesome.
Are these cars reliable on the 2017 Reg ?
Yes. Just serviced them with all the correct oils and regularly
@@ItaliaAutos thank you mate
Great review and watched this about four times before I bought my mito! Same as the one in the video. Can u ask how easy is it to hard wire in my next base dash cam ?
thanks for watching. prob use the 12v socket for power.
Use a fuse tap so and draw from a fuse that has power when the ignition is turned on what I done personally perfectly safe separate fuse for the camera and original fuse still in place. Plus you can hide the wire the whole way down the head liner and into the glove box.
I can live with these things especially just for just nipping about
I looking to buy one of these for my first car. 2009 1.4 veloce 16v. Anything I should look out for or just any general knowledge of reliability would be appreciated.
regular oil changes with the correct oil and timing belt changed.
Hi one MASSIVE THING you missed witch happens to most of the mitos is the rear top brake light when pressed its very very dim when water gets in thats on most common problem have seen and had lot of mitos and family had all same problem thats one massive problem with mitos shame they dont nake them any more.
Hi, I’m looking to buy a mito 1.6jtdm 2011 witk 137k km, I heard a lot of different opinions about this engine and I’m a bit worried, is it reliable?
I’ve seen the car at a dealer, I like it, the dealer offers me a 3 month warranty and I’m really tempted to buy it.
Just bought a Mito qv, brilliant car and good looking!
Does anyone know what size dashboard bulb it uses and how many, can´t see my water temp at night..
Sorry cant help on this one
@@ItaliaAutos Think i will try remove the dashboard to find out :)
Nice cars. We had one for four years. Totally reliable . But, if I was buying again I would get a more powerful engine as the basic ones are a tad underpowered
Very true. I got the basic 1.4 105hp and it's so unwilling even in D mode. My next car will not be below 170 (Giulietta hopefully) but I still like the Mito, gorgeous looking car.
I have a 1.4 tbi Mito 2009, didn't know they 2 cyl engines...if I understood it well...cool thing
If you take a look at all the MiTos for sale currently on autotrader and put the reg number into dvla's MOT history check website, you will see that the vast majority of MiTos which are older than 4 years suffer from corrosion, oil leaks, gearbox oil leaks, broken coil springs, EML (engine management light) on, and other suspension related problems. The Multi Air unit is also prone to fail. Costs about £900 to replace i think(supply and fit). Unfortunately unless you specifically ask for the "oil strainer" to be changed when oil is changed along with filter it will not be. It is recommended changing oil every 6 months with the MA units.
Are the front bumper brackets brand specific? Concerned about spare availability here in Mexico and i definitely need to replace them as the bumper gets sort of separated at the headlights level.
Own a 2015 QV one and the only issue i've got is a cracked radiator and the plastic cover under the engine compartment being ripped off on a track day due speed (this is what broke the brackets).
So, apart from Multiair unit failure, steering motor failure, whiny gearboxes, stretchy cam chains, 60K cam belt changes and Italian electronics they're fine?
the engine looks no bigger than lawn mower probably that sounds better :!
Hey man thanks for the video. Was wondering if u had any insight into the real world fuel economy numbers of the 1.4 multiair TCTs?
I’ve just bought a mito for my first car ! 1.4t veloce
Nice. Enjoy.
@@ItaliaAutos thanks , it’s the 1.4t velocé (black)
Nice car the twin air, handles really well. DAB radio Ariel prone to giving up the ghost, had 2 replaced, rear wheel bearings, but other than those pretty trouble free. 👍👍👍
Only 3 year old car, with a bit of rust under. Does it snow where you live?
they use salt on the roads in the winter and this makes our cars rust.
Gear box is real problem for Fiat and Alfa.
A lovely little car. Another option I can choose for my first Alfa
Good luck
Hello Sir i Engoy watching yors posts about thouse lovely cars. Im just wondering if you my now cases with warning brake light, i got car from specialist and they changed front discs and pads with Brembo parts, in meantime rears looked worn but not low any way i changed rears today with Brembo pads and discs, as about month ago got warning brake light, after job done and new wires connected light apears to still be on dashboard, i did not drived yet after fitting breaks, so my be light will go. I check brake cylinder no fluid leaks as well level is good with new fluid so not siure what can be, any ideas??? Haw you came a cross problem like this, i did not checked for my be wires beinng broken somewhere. I have 2010 alfa mito clover leaf mulitiair.
Did you get this fixed mate?
11:26 Just want to point out, having done it multiple times, when changing the timing belt on a MiTo 1.4 Turbo Petrol 155, the turbocharger is not in the way, it's a relatively simple job that you can tackle at home, bearing in mind that you need to have the tool to loosen the belt tensioner pulley.
I think he mixing the vacume pump with the turbo , yes just done mine , great car ,
Hi what are the 1.4 turbo engine like. Some people say don't buy that engine in a mito
Fine is you service them every 8k with correct oil
I have this exact car 2017. He needs the wing mirror and head and tail light surrounds doing, the lacquer is chipping. My read light has water in too. Not that expensive to find replacement parts. I need to change the passenger side handle because someone opened their door on it. Cant find the colour so may replace them both with carbon fibre ones. Absolutely love my Alfa
I want to buy a mito 1.4 multiair with the TCT gearbix. Are these gearboxes reliable?
their ok
Since i was a young boy i love Alfa Romeo Cars. The first Alfa i've ever noticed was a Giulia Junior and i was 10 years old. Now I'm 58 and soon I'll buy my very first Alfa. Maybe a MiTo, maybe a Giulietta, maybe a Giulia Veloce.
Thanks again , had my multiair serviced thanks to you. Do u know anyone who wants an imaculate Mito QV only 24 k driven by me from new ? I would want at least £8600 am going to ad in Autotrader soon, but, just thought Id ask. Rob
I don't at the moment I'm afraid.
I'm interested, have u listed it up yet?
best alfa guide is f. in don't!!!
I had a 2012 qv 170 hp for five and half years and it caught on fire and burnt out totally don't know how that happened
Ouch. Not good.
Sorry for your loss man.
I am buying a 2010 Mito QV, is there anything other than the obvious I should look for?
what particular version is this MiTo? planning on saving up for one after finnishing my drivers licence!
Twin air qv line
@@ItaliaAutos thank you
Want to buy a Mito. Don't. Want a Mito because it is a fun to drive premium small car- get a Mini. Want one because it is an Alfa Romeo - get a Giulietta. Want one because it is an italian small car- get a Punto. Only the top version is woth it. The same engine is offered only in the Grande Punto Abarth which unlike the regular Punto is actually more expensive than the Mito.
Thanks, looking at buying a MiTo
I have question that even the factory couldn't give me an answer too,so pressure is on lol .Like the QV Line in the video , the grill, mirror caps ,door handles and wheels are all the same colour do you know the paint code for them ??Cheers
No idea but a decent paint shop would be able to colour match it easily.
Debating to get one of these in a 1.4 multi-Sri jet or a multiair Giulietta. I’m not sure which one is better?
They’re just different. Mechanically much of a muchness, the G is just bigger and four doors. Depends what you need in a car.
Had 2012 qv , when I started it , it would sometimes remain in limp mode and other times it would be fine. Started happening after about 3/4 years of ownership; Alfa specialist had no idea why it was doing it; didn’t throw any codes. I loved the car but got very frustrating as I had to sit there turning the car on and off until it started not being in limo mode. Traded it in in the end and got a guilia
oh dear but getting a G is good
Great review. It should draw more buyers to this model & could start a new "Mito Movement".
Thanks for the boyersgoyd
Another common fault on the exterior is the hatch opening button / heated rear screen / wiper failure. All of these generally have the same solution, replace the cables that go through the flexi section between the body and the hatch.
I'd add on the interior, that silly cubby hole drawer to the right of the steering wheel is the flimsiest bit of the MiTo, they have a tendency to not latch and then fall open when driving.
I’m looking at second hand 2009 plate 53k Miles. Can anyone tell me any pitfalls I might incur?
Have a question about Alfa 145 and diagnostics. Can you explain in a video diagnostics on 3 pin alfa/fiat and what free programs to use and some of obd scanners that work with old diagnostics? Bought some but can't read anything. Maybe faulty odb scanner but wanna check it out with you
There not always the easiest to connect to. It's a video I can do one day.
@@ItaliaAutos hope you do the video. Thanks for these tutorial videos
i just have a guilletta
Bro, please tell me about TCT gearbox- is it reliable?? And can you tell me about Grande Punto avtomatic gearbox PLEASE 🫶? I lost my leg from cancer, and I can drive only automatic car. Can you help me with this information bro please 🙏
If you want a reliable automatic you'd be better off with a Japanese one. Toyota Yaris Hybrid comes to mind. Those CVT's are pretty reliable. Fiat is pretty average reliability wise, but the gearboxes were one of the weak points of the car.
Just bought the 0.9 turbo, believe is timing chain not belt, so need to change...... Love the video, let me know thoughts
looking for one for my dad what's the best engine to get he only goes to the shops so I'm thinking petrol but not sure which one
Cruise control is actual a great cheap and easy retrofit to a UK car! For about £55 with all the trim I bought the stalk squib and replaced my old one on my '09 Veloce, PROXI Alignment in MES and working beautifully!
well consider me proven wrong.
I so much think of buying a MiTo so I’m seeing the ads here and there. What I noticed is the gap between the front bumper and hood is really random. Does that mean a 100% front end crash or bump ? Or are they becoming saggy from even removing and putting the bumper back in ?
There's loads of adjustment. On the support bar, if bumper has been off it can vary from car to car.
Is it just me or is the 'facelift' on the inside (the media system) not really an upgrade? The older (bigger one) looked a lot better imo.
Dont get one with xenon headlights. They are problematic and expensive to replace. 800 euro if you find a cheap pair. The dark ones are especially hard to find. Still i love it! 10 years old and the inspection costs more than the repairs to pass it. I do repair myself i have to add.
Ouch!
@@ItaliaAutos those where the cheapest ones available! New Original parts would be 1200 a piece.
Comment faire pour avoir la traduction en français pour une mito
I loved the car but i had too much problems with mine. I had a 1.6 jtdm 120 hp. Turbo changed, dpf change, injector change, etc it had only 130000 km on it at that moment..
I have a Multiair Mito Turbo from 2011 and I just love it..runs great and had it for a year now..the multiair unit was broken in mine.."nothing I knew when I bought it"..but the cardealer payed for that to be fixed..very expensive unfortunately..so make sure that one is ok if you buy one...and be sure too have right oil and check for level once a week...if you have the wrong oil or to low on oil the multiair unit can fail..so be careful of that...no other problems so far..just great to drive!👍
I have an 1.4tb 2011 and it's a pretty nippy car. 135 bhp. Really fun to drive and can be fuel efficient when you want it
Lovely cars I have the 140 Bhp had it remapped now 170/175 leather interior quality.
my mito Quadrifoglio came up with a suspension fault light on the dash which pulled it out of dynamic mode but about 5miles later it went away then came back on briefly before going away and hasn't came back. it was pretty wet out and the intermittency makes me think its a loose connection of some kind. Do you have any experience with this issue many thanks
Could be
Can I ask you one question relate to alfa engine and transmission. Do grande punto have reliable automatic transmission?
Is the 1.4 78 hp model very sluggish? Would it be more sluggish than my 74 hp Mii, baring in mind the Mii weighs a bit less.
Neil, I love my 1.3 jtdm 95bhp. but gear changes are stiff. I know about the greasing and lube for the switchgear under the battery box. Is there any oil I could also consider changing🤷♂️ done 100 K+and great video BTW. Helped me decide on a Mito.
Good info. thanks. Have heard Multiair can be very costly to repair, but only Alfa dealers know how to look after em, i.e. some filter hidden away needs replacing etc ? I have 1'4 QV
There costly to replace but I can work on them no problem.
What about tct gearbox??
It's perfectly fine. I just find them a little jerky.
Thanks-my wife wants to buy tct in October Veloce version 1.4
Greetings from Skopje
Is it a dry or wet clutch?
Qaiyim no idea??
Hello, I’m looking for a Mito. Is it smart to buy one with a 0,9 motor?
There ok.
Nice one mate good vid
Love It 😍💙
thanks for watching
Good review thanks i am thinking of replacing my smart cabrio with one but worried about repair costs in ausland
Thanks for watching and good luck with your new car. Also consider an abarth.
Imagine if a Japanese manufacturer employed an Italian designer.
boom an abarth 124 LOL
On the 155 which I believe is a first series QV cant we just replace the shock absorbers with some Bilstein or Koni and some HR or Eibach springs ?
If it's a 155 it's not a qv
@@ItaliaAutos Thank you very much, so pretty normal shocks. Anything special I should be aware of ? I am thinking about buying one with 120k KM (round 85k miles i think)
Buying mine next year as my first car, great points !
Good luck!
me too
How much insurance do you pay?
@@byronbryan2178 Not too much.
Maintenance is also quite ok, even with the turbo
Thanks for your video
Hi does anyone know if the tct gearboxes are reliable? Thinking of getting a qv tct for my next car. Thanks.
Quite an awful gearbox.if I'm honest.
@@ItaliaAutos appreciate the heads up. Thank you. 👍
Why did they stop making these card they nice
I had one. The dpf gave nothing but grief and the relay for the air. Replaced it twice in six months
What on this car does Not Break down easily ?
Most of it doesnt. I'm just giving people of an idea of what to look out for not every think on this car brakes
I wanna buy my first car. How are the 1.3 JTD Models? I’ve seen a Basic model of that car, what exactly should I be aware of when buying that? For example, the model I’ve seen was 2011, 120000km, 95hp, had only one owner.
there ok.
@@ItaliaAutos hi, I’m an owner of this MiTo for 3 months right now! Very nice car. Already done about 6000 Km traveling. Doing an oil change this week. The steering is amazing, we found with my wife both front seats super comfortable for long journeys! Diesel is a bit loud, especially when going 155km/h. So I’m pretty happy with this car.
Tnx
If you don’t mind me adding that the 1.3 diesels suffer from timing chain issues.
Yes they do due to lack of oil changes.
Any advice for changing the head gasket it the 0.9 tb engine I've to change mine and there's sweet fuck all information out there about the engine
Never done one I'm afraid.
@@ItaliaAutos no worries thanks for the reply
The video is so useful as I am in the search of a 0.9 Mito. My friend said the oil pump can fail, is that right? And how can one prevent this problem?
I've not had to change one
Thanks picked up a Collezione twinair using this brilliant video. Please make more videos on MiTos please
@rickidango8969 awesome
I had my Mito for 3 years and 40000 km, it s not been reliable at all, i have cracked the reservoir for coolant, a very common issue, i had to replace THE ENTIRE gearbox, that is the real throwback in all the mito's, i have spent more than 1400 euro just to do that, i had also to chance the front brake disk, since they keep cracking, also the ecu for the blue and me system failed. I love the mito, is a nice little car and is very enjoyable but as i sad not very reliable, like how all alfas are.
I've a 2011 1.3 jtdm with 111k miles on it. Was running fine until yesterday when I noticed greyish smoke from the exhaust and my check engine light lit up. Any advice on what the problem could be?
book it in and ill take a look.
@@ItaliaAutos Unfortunately, I live in Denmark :(
A good honest review,well done.
Glad you enjoyed it
How often Multiair goes bad on how many miles? Are they as bad as BMW PSA Prince engines with Valvetronic and VANOS? Thank you.
I'm looking to buy 1.4 105hp version from 2010.
as long as its filled with the correct oil filter is cleaned and its changed often it will be fine.
@@ItaliaAutos Thank you for reply, sir. :)
One more questions do these engines burn oil?
@@wellwh0 Got the same engine, from 2010 as well. Driven 10k km with it and it doesn't use any oil at all.
@@EndlessVoid98 Thank you. I have a Mini r56 1.4. Unreliable piece of s**t, oil guzzling. Looking to replace it for 1.4 105 Multiair.
Here was me thinking of Buying a MITO instead of a Golf but after watching this Video I will definitely give the Mito a miss Pity very good looking cars
I got one 😀👌
Anymore advice on the QV model 170
regular oil changes with the correct oil and muiltiair filter changed.
Thank you mate , great stuff .
cheers
Very useful, cheers!
Hi...I have been looking online but can't find it anywhere...how do I take off the spoiler to get access to the third taillight?
2 ten mm screws and it’s also bonded to the tailgate.
I have removed screws before, do I then just pull hard?
Sweet👍