Carsieve Fiat Punto 188 facelift 1.2 8V, 60 PS, 5-speed manual (2003–2007)
- Power
- 60 PS (44 kW)
- Engine codes
- 188A4000
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual
- Production years
- 2003–2007
- Running cost per month
- €428
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Median price
- €1,600
- Reliability
- 3/5
- DIY
- 2/5
Research for this car
- Engine guide Fiat 1.2 8V petrol engine: problems, costs and what to check
Belt due at 5 years or 120,000 km. Oil use and Dualogic gearbox faults are reported. Buy with a belt invoice and a gearbox test.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timing belt | 60 and 69 PS (188A4, 169A4) | 120,000 km or 5 years | About 350 to 650 EUR with water pump (Germany, year not stated) | Engine guide |
| Water pump leaks | 60 and 69 PS (188A4, 169A4) | Not stated | 50 to 150 EUR for the pump (Germany, year not stated) | Engine guide |
Before you buy this car
From the engine guide
- Belt record and engine code (no scanner). Check the code on the engine: 188A4 or 169A4. Ask for a dated invoice with the mileage of the last belt change. Bad: no record, or more than 120,000 km or 5 years since the change.
- Water pump (no scanner). Check the coolant level when the engine is cold, and look under the car for wet stains near the pump. Bad: low coolant or a wet stain. Ask whether the pump was changed with the belt.
- Recall check. Enter the VIN in the official recall check for the car's country. Bad: an open campaign on the car.
Running costs
| Operational | €181 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €149 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €98 |
| Total per month | €428 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €25 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 174
- 25th percentile
- €1,200
- Median price
- €1,600
- 75th percentile
- €2,299
- Median mileage
- 173,708 km
- Median first registration
- 2005
- Dealer share
- 59.2%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 15 | €1,990 | 145,000 km |
| 2007 | 15 | €1,950 | 191,650 km |
| 2006 | 30 | €1,500 | 180,000 km |
| 2005 | 49 | €1,750 | 175,000 km |
| 2004 | 36 | €1,400 | 176,800 km |
| 2003 | 29 | €1,480 | 156,000 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 174 | €1,600 | €1,200 – €2,299 | 173,708 km |
| Oct 2026 | 174 | €1,600 | €1,200 – €2,299 | 173,708 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 15 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punto 1.2 8V Active Clima | 60 PS | 3 | 2004–2005 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V Active Clima | 60 PS | 5 | 2004–2005 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V Start | 60 PS | 3 | 2006–2007 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V Start | 60 PS | 5 | 2006–2007 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V Classic | 60 PS | 3 | 2007 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V Classic | 60 PS | 5 | 2007 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V Dynamic | 60 PS | 3 | 2003–2005 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V Active | 60 PS | 3 | 2003–2004 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V Sound | 60 PS | 3 | 2003–2004 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V Dynamic | 60 PS | 5 | 2003–2005 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V Active | 60 PS | 5 | 2003–2004 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V | 60 PS | 3 | 2004–2005 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V | 60 PS | 5 | 2004–2005 | €428 |
| Punto 1.2 8V Natural Power (Benzinbetrieb) | 60 PS | 5 | 2004–2005 | €445 |
| Punto 1.2 8V Natural Power Classic (Benzinbetrieb) | 60 PS | 5 | 2006–2007 | €445 |