2021 Abarth 595 Competizone ownership review - I'm now a big fan? (SOGO mobility/exhaust) UK 4K

[@marcinpetruk2015]

My 2016 595 is my daily, and puts a HUGE smile on my face EVERY DAY. Not many people can say that they own their dream car...I CAN 🥰

[@AutoSocialUK]

I agree! Every time I see another one they make me grin!

[@igorszopinski1822]

Did it give you any major problems?

[@marcinpetruk2015]

@@igorszopinski1822 No problems at all Mate. I get him serviced every 6 months (maintenance is key). Had his ECU remapped four months ago 😁 He’s gone from 145hp to 204hp 🤣🤣🤣

[@knightofcydonia07]

I've got my eye on the Turismo and it's for a couple of visual reasons - I think the fat exhaust looks better than the weedy twin pipes of the Monza and the Turismo wheels are prettier. It's a shame though, as I really like the sound of the Monza, I just can't live with how the pipes look.

[@richardhargrave6082]

The reason why the fuel consumption seems to be poor is the tiny tank, and the Monza makes you rev it more. As you say Tish, there are more capable cars. None of which will put such a big smile on your face. Another nice vid Tish!

[@AutoSocialUK]

Glad you agree with me Richard!

[@FueledBy.Passion]

First time watching one of your videos. Very nicely done! Keep it! Nice car, different and conversation starter, not to mention that exhaust sound is addictive.

[@xstannardx]

I own a monster Yamaha edition with the record Monza. And the daily commute is made more fun by trying to get them sweet notes out of it. Certainly turns a lot of heads at the lights too.

[@AutoSocialUK]

That sounds great! I love all the special editions!

[@nickosstylianou6460]

I have an Adrenaline green comp (70th anniversary) absolutely love it

[@royedwards9894]

Hi, I have one exactly the same and absolutely love it!!!

[@richardtraut1431]

Well i had 2 Comps a 66 plate then a 17 plate went from White to Bright Yellow easy to spot in the car park I had zero issues at all with them , still miss mine but practicality was my only reason to change . Great cars great personalities , great exhaust sound a fun car to make you smile daily and I would say underrated , pleased you had the chance to enjoy one , you will always remember her:)

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yer i definitely think this car has made a big impression on me!

[@sak1339]

Glad you are enjoying the car. I like the careful reasoning you have for everything -- giving both pros and cons, as well. Sadly this car is discontinued in the USA.. (Cute dress outfit, btw)

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you for watching!

[@natetonbong]

I'm so jealous 😫 this is such a nice car Keep up the good work tish 👍

[@cincyrovers]

You did a great job with the editing in this video; well done!! I’m surprised you did a complete 180 on the Comp compared to the Turismo. This reminds me that I’m about to hit 10k miles on my Defender, so I’ll need to do another update video. Great video as always, Tish! 😁

[@chezza9425]

Love the Abarths, still my first love when it comes to cars, but had to change to something else. No faults, never had any breakdowns or anything like that had a 2010 plate and a 2017 plate. Unfortunately in the uk they come with no security features and my first one was stolen outside my house and the second one was written off by a drunk driver earlier this year. So I ended up out of pocket TWICE and could not bring myself to buying another purely because of the bad luck I’ve had but the car itself is beautiful and nippy.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I'm so sorry to hear about your experience, I think I would feel the same!

[@bethbrickman8552]

It is actually quite a rare car because you don’t see them very often on the roads . Also the lime green is such a nice colour. It is so pretty 🌈

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you so much!

[@NUBBY39]

It's called "Adrenaline Green"

[@maxfactor1841]

I am living in Switzerland. It is not a rare car there. See them quite often (I got a 2014 in black).

[@robdavies82]

I love mine. Even the little faults aren’t too bad because they’re just little reminders I have an Italian car 🤣

[@afcgeo882]

So are the repair bills.

[@benadams109]

FYI Sport mode has no effect on the suspension which is fixed, passive damping.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Ahhh ok, makes sense

[@paulstaffordcook8799]

Great review. Your best yet. 👌

[@larky0007]

Great review Tish , I’ve had a comp for a year now as a second car and I love driving it , but as you said you wouldn’t want to do loads of driving in it at once , looking good Tish 👌

[@AutoSocialUK]

I think if I could guarantee it was going to be a second car then I definitely would go for one! I’ll miss it when it’s gone

[@graemekinslow9789]

I have exactly the same car in the same colour...i traded my BMW 1 series in for it n this car makes me smile ....i dont think the suspension is that hard I've owned a Mini n that felt harder ....

[@anthonystevens8683]

Great review Tish, a great pocket rocket as you say. I think that with my older bones I'd be ready for composting after a long run in one. It doesn't stop me wanting to try one though at some point, or a Caterham 7 for that matter. Keep up the great work!

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you for watching!

[@lawrenceholden5716]

Can't think speed bumps would be much fun and the tyres won't give much comfort or protection from kerbs or punctures on anything but a perfect surface, which are rare these days. Whilst this would be great fun on a racetrack, I think that the Turismo would be a better choice for every day driving with the road conditions and speed limits, crawling along in 20mph limits in this car would be disheartening and uncomfortable.

[@ianleak]

My son had one for 7 months and spent 3 of them in the garage, heard gasket gone and water pump and that was a new car so out of 10 I will give it -40

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes, I agree that I would be dubious to have one out of warranty. When I say 'I would buy one' I more mean, 'I would finance one for a few years.'

[@ianleak]

@@AutoSocialUK it was new with only 250 miles when it whent in with engine problems and got worse after that

[@ogotuwaobuto5366]

Is reliability a common problem? I was thinking of buying one.

[@ianleak]

@@ogotuwaobuto5366 8000 miles and 3 months in the garage not for us now got a ford and had no problems

[@RikoF1]

@@ogotuwaobuto5366 Shouldnt be, its quite reliable. With only 250 miles something very odd happened.

[@rainerfuchs9475]

" All ABARTH'S are just fucking hot amazing " But you looks still more sexier !!!! Bye from Austria :-)

[@21Rozza]

Completely agree, my Abarth Trofeo is my town car and have a more sensible car for other longer journeys

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you for sharing!

[@tomahawk1556]

Always have a Soft Spot for FIAT cars >>> My late father's most comfortable & classy car he had own among all his cars in the 1970s ... Now we can own an Abarth tuned FIAT 595 Competizone! 🦂🇮🇹

[@AutoSocialUK]

That’s very cool - thanks for sharing!

[@afcgeo882]

I honestly don’t think I’d choose this over say a Polo GTI. There are a lot fewer compromises there and they could even do well with a baby seat. Polos are great daily drivers.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes i agree!

[@samleyton5316]

You must be a very very very boring human being..a German perhaps?😑

[@francisconway9949]

Very honest and of course entertainment review Tish.!! As you have a risk free shot at anything go and get an Alfa.!!

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes, I would love to try an Alfa!

[@chriscuthbertson]

I wonder if a Trofeo/Pista/F595 might be a good option. You get the Record Monza exhaust, but the more comfy seats for a daily driver.

[@SuperMKi1]

I have the Pista and I can't complain. Got it with the leather seats, which really grab onto you while driving. If they're more comfy I don't know, but you should go and test drive one.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I will defiantly try them, although I didn't like the seats in my Turimso

[@DarrellVigil-jm6zs]

Like the car. Love the dress and hosiery.

[@youcancallmeted]

I have the second Abarth 595....only the 145 bhp and honestly? Previous one was remapped for around 170 bhp and loud pops exhaust. This time stock only. In 6 months I did 12000 miles. You will go through tyres and brakes. Built quality is poor. But... I love that my job is driving my Blu everyday around 100-150 miles.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

[@rjexe1713]

i love my 595comp me and my missus drove to her parents up in hemsby and we live in kettering and it takes around 2 hours 30 mins ish we had no issue with the seats i love them so comfy for me. personal prefence really i guess.

[@sasquatch5078]

To be honest I would just keep it its a beautiful car wish we could get them in the states

[@AutoSocialUK]

Unfortunately I cant keep this one but could potentially buy one...

[@edwardott7239]

Beautiful looking car (though a bit small for me) and an even more beautiful looking presenter (love your accent, Tish!). :) (hugs)

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you kindly!

[@tsnaha]

Gorgeous

[@MotorcycleRiderUK]

Another great review

[@AutoSocialUK]

I appreciate that

[@user-kz4lj3dw1t]

Nice review but I disagree. I use my 595 Comp 2017 always in sport mode with performance pack and a bit of extra hp as a daily driver and have driven it across France. No sore back for me, it’s amazing and I love it! However, glad you find it great over shorter distances.

[@edmundhayes1840]

The colour is striking. Reminds me of Mk2 Focus STs. The Sogo range seems slim picks. E-niro or ioniq 5 next?

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes there is a few more on fleet that I might ask them to look out for being returned; Peugeot 208 or maybe even a Yaris. Change of pace but good to try.

[@edmundhayes1840]

@@AutoSocialUK Those would be fun little cars

[@michaelarchangel1163]

Lovely dress, and I'm not even a cross dresser. I am cross though, with the local council, but isn't everybody ? You chose a great colour car there. Peugeot used to race their 306 in that colour, way back when.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you Michael!

[@pmacca2967]

Love the Abarth, probably in a red for me though 🤓

[@AutoSocialUK]

Do you think? I’m not keen on the red ones. They remind me too much of normal Fiats

[@pmacca2967]

I like the limited editions and I’ve never had a red or yellow car so far 🤓

[@stevegaudreau67]

Damn it! We don't get that here. I'd say spec wise the closest model we get is the 595 Turismo here in the US

[@AutoSocialUK]

Is there any models with a record monza exhaust?

[@duckrutt]

@@AutoSocialUK We only have one model of Abarth and no we don't get the Monza exhaust. However North American cars don't have mufflers at all so horses for courses really. I don't want to be burned as a heretic so this bit is between you and me yeah? Straight pipes are quite loud and I have been thinking about putting on something quieter.

[@richfixescars]

Good review Tish. Essex girl likes a loud exhaust!

[@yasminwilson7420]

These are cute little cars

[@rosswootton8825]

Great review but I guess you’ll not be looking forward to an all electric motoring world - no engine, no gears, no exhaust, no fun!

[@AutoSocialUK]

It is bitter-sweet - I love electric cars for how quiet and smooth they are but i will miss the driving experience. I likely will always have a petrol, manual weekend car.

[@AnyoneSeenMikeHunt]

The SOGO range ATM is a bit meh. Only thing that stands out is the HYUNDAI IONIQ 5. Maybe give that a go?

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

Niece Tish has already reviewed the IONIQ 5, but on the Electroheads channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bF6miXaOoNpqkNU

[@sunnygill2671]

Nice car tish good video to x 🙂👍🏽

[@dreaminofthedrive5343]

Love your dress Tish.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you!

[@richardb2343]

Are you in any way affiliated with or sponsored by Sogo? Do you get discounted prices?

[@AutoSocialUK]

Not sponsored or affiliated, I did get an early introductory offer at time of purchase but I’m mostly just happy with my service 😁

[@markgunner2249]

Stuck between this & a Fiesta ST anyone help out ? 😅

[@robertwalker1742]

Before you buy, find out how much it would cost for a set of front brake discs and brake pads, little job for you .

[@AutoSocialUK]

Good plan.... the benefits of leasing!

[@jamesdaly1111]

If you have a car like this it's a shame to have a boring colour, the lime green or banana yellow is definitely the way to go 😀

[@JackKing12.]

Nice green buggy...👍😋

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thanks 👍

[@randomguy9893]

Just checked their website.. no abarths available to lease.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I know, it is a shame that they're all sold out

[@ukvamp]

So it's a good car if you don't drive it 👍 So is it better than the turismo? As the only difference is you drove the turismo yet hardly drive the comp 🤷‍♂️ didn't tell us much about the difference and if the extra 15bhp was worth it

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yer sorry, it was a little all over the place. Basically I haven't 'over driven' the Comp. I think this is the perfect car for driving a few times a week or short journeys, it means every time you get into it you appreciate it. Drive them too much and things like the ride comfort and lack of cruise control ect. start to grate on you. So this was just circumstantial. In terms of difference; the main things are the uplift in power, record Monza exhaust and sabelt seats. All these things make the Comp a better car for what it is designed for 'Fun' so 100% I think the Comp is worth it over the Turismo. BUT if you want a comfortable ride, comforts like cruise control and automatic lights or wipers and something that you can fly under the radar In. then no Abarths would tick those boxes. Hope that clears things up, it is tricky to get all my thoughts out on camera sometimes. Thanks for watching.

[@ukvamp]

@@AutoSocialUK ok so didn't expect a reply but appreciate the clarification 👍

[@afcgeo882]

The Turismo seems to have all of the downsides and none of the upsides of this quirky car. I think Tish means to say that if you’re gonna choose an Abarth, then just go all out.

[@KS-ro6in]

good...but it is pronounced "ah Bart" ( and the "h" in Abarth is silent)

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you, that’s a new one on me! 😁

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

The Абарт has to be a good value for money.

[@DEVILTAZ35]

This was classed as one of the most dangerous and most unreliable cars on the road in Australia. It offers zero protection in even a minor collision due to the size and design.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I'm not surprised!

[@hugolafhugolaf]

Yet how everyone I talk to and encounter online has zero problems with his. I have one and it’s been seriously impressive, too. Crashworthiness, I can’t say though.

[@samleyton5316]

It ain't a kangaroo..have you ever tried servicing your cars?still believing Italian cars are bad?perhaps moving to a country where everything that moves isn't trying to kill you?mo-ro-n

[@troublington]

Not sure how they compare, but about 3 weeks ago and driving my wife's Twinair 105 I had a 100mph head-on with a drunk driver. The car was shredded wheat except the cockpit and, thanks to a thousand airbags, I walked away. Both the police and paramedics said that the 500 saves lives in their experience. Certainly saved mine.

[@samuelspink2489]

In the UK they achieved the maximum 5 star ncap rating on release. In the new test they only managed 3 stars but their safety hasn't changed - it's just that they don't have the active safety systems such as collision warning and lane assist which is needed to get 4 or 5 stars

[@robertlloyd7493]

You will always find it in the carpark 😄

[@hieuhanghieu1514]

😘

[@usticachen9678]

Beautiful car and beautiful girl

[@happee_meal8302]

Yeah I'd be keeping that car if I were you. Looks the biz

[@AutoSocialUK]

I know..... but unfortunately i can't :(

[@darrenphilpott7921]

great legs cars not bad lol!

[@virgin26]

Thirsty man

[@patrickh7368]

Nice outfit !….😊….if I can say…?

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you and of course :)

[@christophergraham1568]

Nice dress. Nice legs

[@lestersandoval2975]

did she just compare the car to a vibrator ? lol

[@bethbrickman8552]

Yes so stupis

[@Lotus.F]

Its definitely a hot hatch for girls.