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Famous Five From Fiat in India
The prestigious car brand Fiat has completed its successful journey of 100 years in the car industry. Fiat carries a strong brand image in the global car market. It is the only car manufacturer who was honoured with the title "European Car of The Year" for several times.
Fiat started its first factory in Corso Dante in 1900 with 150 workers with the production capacity of 24 cars. The stylish logo of Fiat was adopted in 1904 designed by Biscaretti (a senator involved in the establishment of Fiat).
Fiat is one of the oldest car brands in India. In earlier days, Fiat cars were regarded as the status symbol. The first car model introduced by the company in India was the Fiat Padmini. But sadly the glory of the iconic car faded away with the launch of new cars wrapped in innovative technology and designs.
The glamorous world of the latest cars overtook the market wiping the memory of the legendary cars. Eventually, the company started experiencing various hurdles like dealership, customer care, spare parts and many more which shifted its sales figure to a negative scale. As the company was facing liquidity in the Indian car industry, it pulled its arms from India for some period.
Again, this European car brand re-entered the Indian car industry with a very strong and optimistic outlook. Though its new car the Fiat Uno did not able to impress the Indian buyers, Fiat took this as a challenge and decided to roll out more cars in India. The brand then launched another car with better performance and improved drivability called the Fiat Palio. This time the luck was on the Fiat's side and the car received an impressive response by the Indian car buyers.
Presently, Fiat is in joint venture with Tata Motors for marketing its cars. After entering in to the agreement with Tata Dealers, Fiat models started receiving good sales volume. Fiat has changed its brand image in India from an unsuccessful to the smart and stylish brand.
Fiat started its first factory in Corso Dante in 1900 with 150 workers with the production capacity of 24 cars. The stylish logo of Fiat was adopted in 1904 designed by Biscaretti (a senator involved in the establishment of Fiat).
Fiat is one of the oldest car brands in India. In earlier days, Fiat cars were regarded as the status symbol. The first car model introduced by the company in India was the Fiat Padmini. But sadly the glory of the iconic car faded away with the launch of new cars wrapped in innovative technology and designs.
The glamorous world of the latest cars overtook the market wiping the memory of the legendary cars. Eventually, the company started experiencing various hurdles like dealership, customer care, spare parts and many more which shifted its sales figure to a negative scale. As the company was facing liquidity in the Indian car industry, it pulled its arms from India for some period.
Again, this European car brand re-entered the Indian car industry with a very strong and optimistic outlook. Though its new car the Fiat Uno did not able to impress the Indian buyers, Fiat took this as a challenge and decided to roll out more cars in India. The brand then launched another car with better performance and improved drivability called the Fiat Palio. This time the luck was on the Fiat's side and the car received an impressive response by the Indian car buyers.
Presently, Fiat is in joint venture with Tata Motors for marketing its cars. After entering in to the agreement with Tata Dealers, Fiat models started receiving good sales volume. Fiat has changed its brand image in India from an unsuccessful to the smart and stylish brand.
Here are the famous five existing as well as awaiting models from Fiat in India:
Fiat Palio Stile
The Fiat Palio Stile is the new version of the older Palio, which was introduced in India in 2001. It is the car that caters the demand of a small family. This stylish car comes with a sporty design and advanced features.
Palio Stile offers a choice of three engines - 1.1-litre 4-cylinder SOHC Petrol, 1.6-litre 4-cylinder DOHC Petrol, and 1.3-litre turbocharged multijet Diesel. All the three variants, SL, SLE and SLX, are supported with a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive on 4th and 5th gear. The Palio Stile shines on the Indian roads with its stylish exterior and spacious interiors.
Palio ensures safety of its occupants with side impact beams, energy absorbing collapsible steering wheel, engine immobiliser, tubeless tyres, remote head lamp level adjustment, anti-submarine seats, and child lock on rear doors.
The Palio1.6 Stile Sport is powered by a 1.6 litre petrol engine that generates 99 bhp@ 5500 rpm and peak torque of 137 Nm@4250 rpm. Both the petrol engines are Fully Integrated Robotised Engines (FIRE) type and use electronic multi-point fuel injection technology controlled by a 32-bit microprocessor. The 1.3-litre diesel engine comes with a turbocharger and an electronically-controlled EGR system that reduces the exhaust emissions by diluting the air fuel mixture in the engine with some exhaust gas that does not burn.
Palio Stile offers a choice of three engines - 1.1-litre 4-cylinder SOHC Petrol, 1.6-litre 4-cylinder DOHC Petrol, and 1.3-litre turbocharged multijet Diesel. All the three variants, SL, SLE and SLX, are supported with a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive on 4th and 5th gear. The Palio Stile shines on the Indian roads with its stylish exterior and spacious interiors.
Palio ensures safety of its occupants with side impact beams, energy absorbing collapsible steering wheel, engine immobiliser, tubeless tyres, remote head lamp level adjustment, anti-submarine seats, and child lock on rear doors.
The Palio1.6 Stile Sport is powered by a 1.6 litre petrol engine that generates 99 bhp@ 5500 rpm and peak torque of 137 Nm@4250 rpm. Both the petrol engines are Fully Integrated Robotised Engines (FIRE) type and use electronic multi-point fuel injection technology controlled by a 32-bit microprocessor. The 1.3-litre diesel engine comes with a turbocharger and an electronically-controlled EGR system that reduces the exhaust emissions by diluting the air fuel mixture in the engine with some exhaust gas that does not burn.
Fiat Grande Punto
One of the popular and the best seller in the European market, Grande Punto would be an another addition in the small car segment in India. The car would be manufactured in India and sold through Fiat-Tata dealer network. The small car is expected to challenge other cars in class with its roomy interior, stylish exterior, affordability and unmatched performance. It is expected to come with a 1.2-litre and a 1.4-litre petrol engine along with a 1.3-litre Multijet diesel engine in the price range of Rs 5 Lakh to 6 Lakh.
Fiat Bravo
This dashing hatchback is said to dominate the small car segment in India. Sporting with classic Italian design, Bravo will be available with a 1.9-litre Multi-jet turbo diesel and a 1.4-litre petrol engine. Bravo will be introduced to India as a completely built unit to challenge its rivals like the Skoda Fabia, Honda Jazz (to be launched), and the Volkswagen Polo (aggressive and definitely a hot hatch). The Fiat Bravo is powered by a 150 bhp 1.9 Multijet diesel unit. Like the Fiat 500, Bravo will be also sold as a CBU in India, thus this car is speculated to carry a high price tag of around 20 Lakh.
Fiat 500
Fiat 500also known as Fiat Cinquecento in Italy and was originally designed by the renowned car designer Dante Giocosa. It is one of the most expensive car in its segment was launched in July 2008 in India. This lifestyle two door coupe carries a price tag of Rs 14 Lakh. This 'Fashion Car' targets the younger crowd with its stylish and sporty look.
Fiat 500 creates a rave among the Indian car buyers with its smart and wonderful sharp features. It boasts of its classic creative compact design, luxurious cabin, and performance. This lifestyle coupe is available in two variants, the Fiat Sport and Fiat Lounge, which comes with a 1.3-litre turbo diesel engine.
The interior is highlighted with the “Blue & Me” controls. It is an exciting and modern feature, which has an integrated software that helps to achieve hassle free in-car communication, infotainment, entertainment and is compatible with Bluetooth.
Another interesting feature of the car is its distinctive gearshift. Plated in chrome, gearshift clinched on to the dash giving the interior a complete different and elegant look. The car offers active safety features like ABS (anti lock brake system) with electronic brake distribution, air bags, dual airbags and a fire prevention system. It is also the first car in its class that carries 7 airbags.
Fiat 500 creates a rave among the Indian car buyers with its smart and wonderful sharp features. It boasts of its classic creative compact design, luxurious cabin, and performance. This lifestyle coupe is available in two variants, the Fiat Sport and Fiat Lounge, which comes with a 1.3-litre turbo diesel engine.
The interior is highlighted with the “Blue & Me” controls. It is an exciting and modern feature, which has an integrated software that helps to achieve hassle free in-car communication, infotainment, entertainment and is compatible with Bluetooth.
Another interesting feature of the car is its distinctive gearshift. Plated in chrome, gearshift clinched on to the dash giving the interior a complete different and elegant look. The car offers active safety features like ABS (anti lock brake system) with electronic brake distribution, air bags, dual airbags and a fire prevention system. It is also the first car in its class that carries 7 airbags.
Fiat Linea
The sedan Fiat Linea expected to launch in 2008 will now see the Indian dawn this year. This stunning beauty is developed on the Grande Punto ( another Fiat model) platform and designed at the Fiat Style Centre. The Linea has already impressed the European consumers with its sensational look and features. In India, Linea will be produced at the Fiat plant at Ranjangoan. The Linea will be available in two engine options - a 1.4 petrol and a 1.3 multijet diesel.
Linea with the price tag ranging from Rs 7-8 Lakh will be positioned against other players of the segment like the Hyundai Verna, Chevrolet Aveo and the Ford Fiesta.
Linea with the price tag ranging from Rs 7-8 Lakh will be positioned against other players of the segment like the Hyundai Verna, Chevrolet Aveo and the Ford Fiesta.
