Mostri Pescado
Performance - ★★★★
The 1.2-litre engine in the Mostri Pescado produces 125 bhp @7100 rpm and 94.4 lb-ft @6700 rpm. Although this sounds as if the power is produced right at the top end it isn't true as the torque curve is reasonably flat. It does build up ever so gradually as the revs rise, but from the word go the engine produces. It does need to be revved in order to get the performance that Mostri claim for it but when you do, you'll be rewarded. It does require a downshift or two in order to make an overtaking maneuver, but in every other situation it has more than enough guts to keep it going. The engine is also a very smooth and responsive performer which adds to the wonderful fizzing performance. 0-62 mph happens in 10.5 seconds at the top speed is 124 mph. It does have one major issue which is the gearbox. The first few gears are too short and then the jump between the higher end gears is too much.
Ride Comfort - ★★★
The suspension of the Pescado is a pretty firm set-up. The ride can become quite crashy over poor surfaces at low speeds and could become tiresome and painful for some of those who suffer from back pain. As speed increases though the ride improves and, although it remains firm, it never becomes uncomfortable. Large bumps at higher speeds can be felt as a thud, but at least the suspension doesn't bounce about afterwards like some. Body lean, for a car like this, is kept incredibly well under control and appears to not lean making the trip for the little ones in the back just that bit better than what it would be if the only the firm suspension was taken into consideration.
Handling - ★★★
Considering the firm ride, the Pescado doesn't handle as well as you think it would do but it does cope pretty well for the category of car. The handling does have a little bit of a sporty feel to it thanks to the firm suspension, very little body roll and also the correctly weighted and responsive steering. It feels sporty right the way up to the moment when you start to go quickly round the bends when it begins to run out of grip and begins to understeer massively. It can't go around a bend to give it the full sporty feel at all, which I find rather disappointing.
Refinement - ★★★
The Pescado does a reasonable job at keeping exterior noises from being a nuisance in the cabin. The engine is reasonably quiet at idle and when cruising, and at speeds it just becomes a very faint rumble that you hardly notice. Wind and road noise can be heard at almost all speeds when speeds begin to build up it can become a bit vocal, especially road noise over rough surfaces, but it shouldn't cause you to raise your voice unless it really is a very bad surface.
Equipment - ★★★★★
The Pescado is crammed full of all the latest tech and all the other equipment that you would expect in a car like this. The premium badge can definitely be worn with pride on this car. Sat-nav, Bluetooth, climate control, cruise control and everything else you would find in a typical small MPV comes as standard in this car. No more to say
Quality - ★★★★★
If the Pescado was built with higher quality materials in the interior it would have to be considered a very short limo. The interior embarrasses some large German saloons in interior build quality with leather, metal and wood all put together in a wonderful manner and it feels absolutely wonderful. This extends throughout the entire area leaving no area untouched and cheap feeling. It is a wonderful car to sit in (which may be a bit of an issue with small children)
Reliability - ★★★★
The Pescado has what appears to be a pretty solid build, so don't expect any parts of the car to start coming off or becoming worn. The engine has been through a lot of harsh testing and has required almost no repairs to it and anything in terms of servicing. There are a lot of electronics in the car and due to no record of the way these cars behave we are concerned as to how reliable they may be, but considering that this is a brand new car we reckon it will be fine.
Running Costs - ★★
The Pescado is a massive let down when it comes to running costs. The 125 bhp is created by a tiny little 1.2-litre engine, yet somehow it is only capable of 39.2 mpg and emits 167 g/km of CO2, something seen nowadays in cars with twice the power. Insurance costs shouldn't be cheap either due to the massive amount of electronics in the car and the same goes for any repair bills. Any major issue with the electrics and you could be facing a very large bill, but, as mentioned, that hopefully shouldn't happen. The servicing costs aren't the best either.
Safety - ★★★★★
As expected considering the amount of tech, the Pescado comes crammed full of safety tech as well. Airbags all around the cabin, all the driver assists you will ever need and some pretty cool crash prevention systems all add up together to make a car that is almost impossible to crash and if you do, it is more than likely that you are going to walk out completely unharmed.
OVERALL - ★★★★
For: Masses of equipment, excellent build quality, safety, fun engine
Against: Poor fuel consumption, mediocre handling and ride
The 1.2-litre engine in the Mostri Pescado produces 125 bhp @7100 rpm and 94.4 lb-ft @6700 rpm. Although this sounds as if the power is produced right at the top end it isn't true as the torque curve is reasonably flat. It does build up ever so gradually as the revs rise, but from the word go the engine produces. It does need to be revved in order to get the performance that Mostri claim for it but when you do, you'll be rewarded. It does require a downshift or two in order to make an overtaking maneuver, but in every other situation it has more than enough guts to keep it going. The engine is also a very smooth and responsive performer which adds to the wonderful fizzing performance. 0-62 mph happens in 10.5 seconds at the top speed is 124 mph. It does have one major issue which is the gearbox. The first few gears are too short and then the jump between the higher end gears is too much.
Ride Comfort - ★★★
The suspension of the Pescado is a pretty firm set-up. The ride can become quite crashy over poor surfaces at low speeds and could become tiresome and painful for some of those who suffer from back pain. As speed increases though the ride improves and, although it remains firm, it never becomes uncomfortable. Large bumps at higher speeds can be felt as a thud, but at least the suspension doesn't bounce about afterwards like some. Body lean, for a car like this, is kept incredibly well under control and appears to not lean making the trip for the little ones in the back just that bit better than what it would be if the only the firm suspension was taken into consideration.
Handling - ★★★
Considering the firm ride, the Pescado doesn't handle as well as you think it would do but it does cope pretty well for the category of car. The handling does have a little bit of a sporty feel to it thanks to the firm suspension, very little body roll and also the correctly weighted and responsive steering. It feels sporty right the way up to the moment when you start to go quickly round the bends when it begins to run out of grip and begins to understeer massively. It can't go around a bend to give it the full sporty feel at all, which I find rather disappointing.
Refinement - ★★★
The Pescado does a reasonable job at keeping exterior noises from being a nuisance in the cabin. The engine is reasonably quiet at idle and when cruising, and at speeds it just becomes a very faint rumble that you hardly notice. Wind and road noise can be heard at almost all speeds when speeds begin to build up it can become a bit vocal, especially road noise over rough surfaces, but it shouldn't cause you to raise your voice unless it really is a very bad surface.
Equipment - ★★★★★
The Pescado is crammed full of all the latest tech and all the other equipment that you would expect in a car like this. The premium badge can definitely be worn with pride on this car. Sat-nav, Bluetooth, climate control, cruise control and everything else you would find in a typical small MPV comes as standard in this car. No more to say
Quality - ★★★★★
If the Pescado was built with higher quality materials in the interior it would have to be considered a very short limo. The interior embarrasses some large German saloons in interior build quality with leather, metal and wood all put together in a wonderful manner and it feels absolutely wonderful. This extends throughout the entire area leaving no area untouched and cheap feeling. It is a wonderful car to sit in (which may be a bit of an issue with small children)
Reliability - ★★★★
The Pescado has what appears to be a pretty solid build, so don't expect any parts of the car to start coming off or becoming worn. The engine has been through a lot of harsh testing and has required almost no repairs to it and anything in terms of servicing. There are a lot of electronics in the car and due to no record of the way these cars behave we are concerned as to how reliable they may be, but considering that this is a brand new car we reckon it will be fine.
Running Costs - ★★
The Pescado is a massive let down when it comes to running costs. The 125 bhp is created by a tiny little 1.2-litre engine, yet somehow it is only capable of 39.2 mpg and emits 167 g/km of CO2, something seen nowadays in cars with twice the power. Insurance costs shouldn't be cheap either due to the massive amount of electronics in the car and the same goes for any repair bills. Any major issue with the electrics and you could be facing a very large bill, but, as mentioned, that hopefully shouldn't happen. The servicing costs aren't the best either.
Safety - ★★★★★
As expected considering the amount of tech, the Pescado comes crammed full of safety tech as well. Airbags all around the cabin, all the driver assists you will ever need and some pretty cool crash prevention systems all add up together to make a car that is almost impossible to crash and if you do, it is more than likely that you are going to walk out completely unharmed.
OVERALL - ★★★★
For: Masses of equipment, excellent build quality, safety, fun engine
Against: Poor fuel consumption, mediocre handling and ride