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Fiat Punto 2012

It will debut at the Bologna Motor Show 2011, the renewed Fiat Punto, which is also available as a Twin Air petrol and 1.3 Multijet diesel updated.

The news comes directly from the Turin factory, at the Bologna Motor Show 2011, scheduled from December 3rd to 11th, booth visitors can see a preview of the restyled Fiat Punto, which has just started production in Pomigliano D ‘ arc, but will not be alone with him also the new Sedici, the Freemont, in addition to the brand new Fiat 500 dedicated to the U.S. Nation of which we have already spoken.

The new Fiat Punto 2012 should have been previewed at the Frankfurt Motor Show, but we preferred to leave room for the Fiat Panda. In 2012 the Fiat Punto dealerships will arrive early next year with the task of replacing the Fiat Grande Punto and the Fiat Punto Evo The front has been completely revised, the inspiration is that of the Fiat license plate Giugiaro in 2005, turn signals are inside the air intake.

The rear of the Fiat Punto 2012 is almost the same point of the Ages, the fascia that crosses the bumper is painted the same color as the body. New pat, however, the 15-inch alloy wheels. Three colors are offered for the body: Turquoise, Ruby Red and Graphite Grey.

Among the new technologies acquired by the 2012 Fiat Punto also the Stop & Start system combined with all engines including cylinder twin turbo engine which produces an output of 85 hp. According to figures released by the House, CO2 emissions will amount to 98 g / km. For the 1.3 MultiJet diesel engine, in addition to the torque rises to 200 Nm, the new alternator also comes with the task of optimizing the charging of the battery during deceleration phases, a new oil pump and cooling updated. Read more…

2012 Fiat 500 Prima Edizione

Fiat in North America has begun shipping the first models of Fiat 500 Prima Edizione customers in the U.S. this week. These limited edition of 2012 Fiat 500 models have been available to fans in the U.S. Fiat as a reward for their years of unwavering loyalty to the brand Fiat. The 500 models, special edition vehicles are the first Fiat to be sold in the United States since 1984. Read more…

First Drive: 2012 Fiat 500

Five minutes behind the wheel sometimes tells you everything you need to know about a vehicle. Of course, you figure out more as the miles pile up, but the gained nuances usually support – not refute – that first impression.

Our first five minutes behind the wheel of the 2012 Fiat 500 shouted that it was solid, substantial and sporty. The rest of the day simply demonstrated the amplitude of these characteristics, and whether the exceptionally-popular-in-Europe 500 might actually catch on with American drivers.

Two well-known brands have helped prepare Americans to accept small cars: Smart and Mini. While the ForTwo has been a flop in the U.S. market, Mini has proven that small cars can be commercially viable in a country where super-sized everything is the norm.

Dimensionally between the ForTwo and the Mini Cooper, the 500 appears more substantial and less toy-like than the Smart; being nearly three feet longer than the ForTwo helps. Compared to the Mini Cooper, the 500 is six inches shorter, 2.2 inches narrower and 3.1 inches taller. On the streets of San Diego, the 500 didn’t look out of place. As a matter of fact, it fit.
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Detroit 2011: Mopar helps the Fiat 500 man up

The Fiat 500 is one attractive little hatchback, but its voluptuous curves and diminutive size lend some to believe the little Italian is aimed squarely at the female demographic. We’re not so inclined to agree, especially if the 500 proves to be as fun to drive as its primary competition, but a little aesthetic tuning never hurt.

The experts at Mopar took a page from the Mini playbook with a slew of mods that could make it more attractive to the coveted 18-25 male demographic. The tweaks start on the outside with a bevy of chrome accents including side mirrors, a snazzy exhaust tip, chrome door handles and a very cherry 500-emblazoned fuel door. Out back you can’t miss the massive snowboard carrier, and the high-gloss black wheels don’t do much to avert attention either. The front end stands out with a pair of offset blue stripes that stretch all the way to the boot. Step inside and you’re greeted with 500-embossed seats and door-sills guards.

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Paris 2010: 2011 Fiat Punto Evo Abarth EsseEsse is one fierce Scorpion

If you like the Fiat Punto, you’ll love the Punto Evo. And if you love the Evo, the Abarth Punto Evo will make you quiver. So we’re not exactly sure what this Abarth Punto Evo EsseEsse is going to do to you – you may just faint. First shown at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, the Abarth-tuned version of the Punto Evo debuted, offering a bit more oomph, more aggressive styling and even better handling and braking. At the 2010 Paris Motor Show, the Scorpion brand brought us even hotter versions of both, and we’re very glad it did.

Wearing a Campovolo Gray paint scheme with white accents – and carrying that EsseEsse tag – this Punto gets a slight boost in power and a variety of upgrades to match. Output is now a full 180 horsepower, which is enough for a 7.5-second dash to 62 miles per hour. Additionally, top speed rises to 134 miles per hour.

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