Fiat Duna 1.6 Petrol Engines
from £800 to £2,400
Rebuilt units from £1,200 · Common codes: 149 C1.000, BF 172, 149 C2.000
Get quotes from trusted UK Fiat Duna engine specialists. Compare used and reconditioned prices for 1.3L to 1.7L petrol & diesel - 146 A5.000, 146A048 & 149B3.000 covered. Find the best value for your budget.
Fiat Duna 1.6 Petrol Engines
from £800 to £2,400
Rebuilt units from £1,200 · Common codes: 149 C1.000, BF 172, 149 C2.000
Fiat Duna 1.3 Petrol Engines
from £600 to £1,800
Rebuilt units from £900 · Common codes: 146 A5.000, 146 A8.000, BF 161
Fiat Duna 1.7 Diesel Engines
from £1,000 to £2,800
Rebuilt units from £1,500 · Common codes: 146 B2.000, 149 B3.000, 146 B1.000

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Every engine code fitted to the Fiat Duna across all generations, with technical specs, compatible variants and trims, known failure points, and average rebuilt prices from UK specialists. Select any engine code to compare quotes.
Extracted from detailed petrol and performance engine families across Fiat Duna variants.

146 A2.000 - 1.1L Petrol
Main replacement demand comes from timing-chain, cooling-system and performance thermal-management faults.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£750 - £1,500
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Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Fiat Duna's engines are generally robust when maintained, but the 1.3 carburettor and 1.6 i.e. Sevel units dominate UK replacement enquiries. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to address the original failure point - plus a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty. Use the cost...
Head Gasket Failure
Most affected vehicles
Fiat Duna 1.3 (1987-1995, 146 A5.000/146 A8.000), Duna 1.6 i.e. (1991-2000, 149 C1.000)
Failure mileage range
80,000-120,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Clogged radiator or failed thermostat causes overheating; aluminium cylinder head warps, breaching the head gasket and allowing coolant into combustion chambers.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Preventative Cooling Service | £400 - £700 | £250 - £450 | Flush cooling system, replace thermostat, pressure test radiator, new coolant | Prevents overheating if done before gasket fails; not viable once gasket breached |
| Intermediate - Head Gasket Replacement | £900 - £1,500 | £600 - £1,000 | Remove cylinder head, machine surface if needed, fit new gasket set, reassemble | Viable only if block/head undamaged; risk of recurrence if root cause not addressed |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt Engine | £2,200 - £3,500 | £1,200 - £2,400 | Supply & fit rebuilt unit with upgraded gasket, bench-tested, 12-month warranty | Best value for high-mileage Duna; eliminates recurrence risk, includes warranty |
Our recommendation
On a Fiat Duna worth £1,000-£4,000, a full rebuilt engine often offers better long-term value than a head gasket repair, especially if the car has exceeded 100k miles. We recommend replacement if the block shows signs of corrosion or if the head has warped beyond machining limits.
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Every displacement fitted to the Fiat Duna is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The smallest petrol option for the Duna, the 1.1L unit powered base CS models in the late 1980s. Simple carburettor design made it easy to maintain but underpowered for the chassis, leading many owners to consider 1.3L swaps.
Engine Code(s)
146 A2.000
Compatible Models (UK)
Duna CS 1.1 (1987-1991), Duna 1.1 base
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Carburettor jet clogging, minor oil seal leaks on high-mileage units
Production Years: 1987-1991
Compare Fiat Duna 1.1L petrol engine prices
Choose your Fiat Duna engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from early 1.3 carburettor to the refined 1.6 i.e. Sevel injection.
Petrol engines dominate the Duna range, from the simple 1.3L carburettor unit to the refined 1.6L Sevel fuel-injected engine that powers the most sought-after Weekend and Selecta variants.
Common Fiat Duna Petrol Engine Families
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Typical Petrol Models
Petrol engines dominate the Duna range, from the simple 1.3L carburettor unit to the refined 1.6L Sevel fuel-injected engine that powers the most sought-after Weekend and Selecta variants.
Common Fiat Duna Petrol Engine Families
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Typical Petrol Models
The 1.7L naturally aspirated diesel was the only oil-burning option for the Duna, offering excellent fuel economy but modest performance that limited its appeal in the UK import market.
Common Fiat Duna Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
No hybrid or electrified variants of the Fiat Duna were ever produced; all models feature conventional petrol or diesel internal combustion engines.
Important Notes
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This section covers all major engine changes across the Fiat Duna's production timeline (1985-2000), organised so UK import owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt prices from specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
146A5.000 - 1.3L petrol carburettor (Duna/Weekend)
146A2.000 - 1.1L petrol carburettor (base CS models)
146B2.000 - 1.7L diesel (Duna/Weekend)
▰Popular Models
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Engine Codes Covered:
146 A2.000146 A5.000146 B2.000