Fiat Croma (Tipo 4). 1985–96 (prod. 450,000 approx.). 5-door saloon. F/F, 1585 cm³ petrol, 1929, 2499 cm³ diesel (I4 OHC), 1995 cm³ (I4 DOHC), 2492 cm³ (V6 DOHC). Large hatchback, part of joint-venture Tipo 4 programme that produced the Lancia Thema (1984–94), Saab 9000 and Alfa Romeo 164. Heavy depreciation as with most large Fiats, failing to capture the imagination for executive-class buyers. Notable as the first production car to feature direct diesel injection. Not directly replaced, though Croma name revived for the segment in 2005.

Manufacturing location: Italy

Marque: Fiat | Model: Fiat Croma | Predecessor: Fiat Argenta | Successor: Fiat Croma (2005–11)