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Abarth 695 Biposto is the “Smallest of the Supercars”

Today at the “Riccardo Paletti” Racetrack in Varano de’ Melegari (Parma), the new Abarth 695 biposto is being introduced to the international press and made available for test drives. The car represents a perfect combination of road-going and racing cars. In other words, the 695 biposto generates “racing” into a car that is made for daily-life use.

The vehicle weighs only 997 kg and is powered by the 1.4 T-Jet engine. The unit produces 190 HP (140 kW), which allows the biposto to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h only 5.9 seconds, while reaching a top speed of 143 mph.

Making its debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, the new Abarth 695 has gained an enormous attention from customers and it has already received a number of orders which exceed the production capacity for this year.

The brand’s modern icon is a successful production with positive repercussions in the market and at the main European automotive events like Goodwood, Festival of Speed, LeMans Classic, Lignières Historique, Salon Privée. Let’s not forget the Gumball 3000, a prestigious supercar showcase that, for the first time, adopted an official car: precisely the 695 biposto. Now the “smallest of the supercars” is ready to put its power into practice on the European roads, with the first deliveries starting at the end of the year.

Finally, this is a product that makes the ordinary seems really extraordinary. The compactness of the Abarth 695 biposto brings unquestioned convenience while its style and design demonstrate careful attention to detail, thus mixing passion, craftsmanship and ingenuity.

Source: Abarth

December 2, 2014
Abarth Introduces 695 biposto

Abarth 695 biposto is definitely a very special car. And note that it is not a “Limited Edition”, but comes to offer exhilarating performance blended with unique style. The car weighs just 997 kg and is driven by the 1.4 T-Jet engine. The unit is capable of generating 190 hp (140 kW), thus helping the biposto cover the 0-100 km/h acceleration sprint in only 5.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 143 mph.

Furthermore, the unit is coupled with a gearbox that features dog rings with controls and disc and clutch self-locking differential that were straightly derived from racing. In addition, driver’s interface includes an all-aluminium turret with H-configuration gear selection.

In other words, Abarth 695 biposto is all about racing. Street legal racing. An intercooler is positioned at the front with specific pipes inspired by race cars. Next, dynamic aspiration filter casing with carbon finish by BMC were also added, as well as air intake devices and dual-stage exhaust system with titanium tail pipes by Akrapovic. In particular, when the driver presses the SPORT button on the dashboard, the exhaust valve completely opens and this contributes to improved performance.

The reliability and safety of the car is ensured by the ABS, ESP and TTC, disc and clutch self-locking differential and the racing-derived Brembo braking system with front floating, ventilated and perforated discs (305×28 mm) and four-piston one-piece calipers (4×38 mm). In addition, the model is also equipped with shock absorbers with hydraulic and height adjustment by Extreme Shox.

For perfect driving, Abarth also gave this exclusive sports car front fixed windows with polycarbonate sliding panels and, lightened 18-inch rims by OZ fitted with 215/35 R18 tyres. To make it even more “racing-real”, there’s the data logger from MLX included.

In terms of exterior, we can’t miss the exclusive front and rear bumpers, side skirts, wheel arches and spoiler that are more pronounced and muscular, and are enhanced by carbon inserts. The exterior color of this model sports brand-new textured-effect Matt Grey paint finish.

Additional accents are provided by the titanium finishes for the front bonnet trim, door handles and tailgate and rear handle. The titanium is also visible at the hub caps, wheel bolts and water, oil and fuel caps. The bonnet has a specific design with two bumps and is made of aluminium, while the mirror and post covers are made of carbon.

The carbon material makes the link between exterior and interior. Inside it is to be found on the dashboard fascia inserts, rearview mirror, and handbrake. The racing spirit of the 695 biposto is also visible in the rear titanium roll bar by Poggipolini.

At the rear there are no seats. An ‘anti intrusion’ net for securing luggage and the four-point seat belts are also attached to the roll bar. The upholstery comprises of electro-welded Alcantara and titanium-coloured leather with new colours and finishes. The door handles and oddment net enhance the front door panel.

Source: Abarth

March 10, 2014

Abarth 695 Maserati Edition – Price and Specs

You remember the Abarth 695 Maserati Edition, right? The one that is based on a Fiat 500c? It now has a price tag and a full list of specs. Both of them are big.

The Abarth 695 Maserati Edition is a followup of the Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari project which was a big hit three years ago. There will be only 499 examples of this new one and as the name suggests, it will carry a Gran Turismo feel wherever it goes.

First, the oily bits: under the hood hides a 1.4 Turbo T-Jet 16v engine that sends 180 bhp trough an Abarth Competizione gearbox. Pass the 3000 rpm mark and your years will have the pleasure to endure the aria sung by the variable back-pressure “dual-mode” exhaust pipes. Stomp on the brakes and a set of Brembo monoblock brake calipers will squeeze the front 305 mm floating discs so hard, that afterwards you’ll have to feel your way under the seat in search of your face. All the while, Koni shock absorbers make sure you come home with an intact spine.

As a trademark, the Abarth 695 Maserati comes in a characteristic Pontevecchio Bordeaux – a three-layered shade from Maserati’s catalog that we can only describe as red. The thing that sticks out as gray is the fabric of the soft top. Another mark of Maserati engineering represents the wheels – Neptune design alloy wheels, 17-inches in size and wrapped up in performance tires.

Inside, the predominant theme is beige which sounds a bit tasteless, but the overall effect is quite surprising. A 695 logo is embossed on the headrests, the dashboard and console trim has a lining of carbon fiber and the door panels and rear panels have been treated with UV-LUX for that extra gray “flocking” effect. In front of you, there’s a black-leather steering wheel with patches of beige, flappy paddles for the gearbox, an instrument panel by Jaeger and aluminum pedals in the foot well.

Final summation – £32,000 or $50,553

ENGINE
	4 cylinder in line, 4 valves per cylinder, 1368cc Power: 180bhp (132 kW) at 5500rpm Maximum torque 250 Nm in sport mode at 3000rpm Supercharged with Garrett 1446 turbo
TRANSMISSION
	Abarth Competizione gearbox with 5 speeds, C510 gearbox family with gear paddles on the steering wheel
SUSPENSION
	Front Abarth Koni shock absorbers with FSD valvesRear Abarth Koni shock absorbers with FSD valves Lowered ride
STEERING
	Electric power steering with sport mode
BRAKES
	Floating, perforated and self-ventilating front discs ø 305mm × 28mm Ventilated rear discs ø 264mm × 22mm TTC – Torque Transfer Control
WHEELS
	Neptune Design 7×17″ alloy wheels Tyres: 205/40 R17″
EMISSIONS
	Euro 5 EEC-F5 Standard
CO₂ EMISSIONS
	151 g/km
FUEL CONSUMPTION
	Urban consumption (mpg): 33.6Combined consumption (mpg): 43.4 Extra-urban consumption (mpg): 52.3
PERFORMANCE
	Max speed >140mph.Acceleration 0–62mph: <7 secs.
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
	Special ‘Pontevecchio Bordeaux’ paint from MaseratiXenon headlights Titanium Grey soft top Automatic climate control Leather steering wheel with radio controls Blue&Me TomTom satnav Beige leather seats Dashboard, fascia and gearbox trim in matt carbon Door panels, console and tunnel in ‘Flocked’ UV-Lux Dual mode exhaust with Maserati-inspired design JBL hi-fi system Bag set by Tramontano

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May 22, 2012

Abarth 695 Maserati Edition at the Mille Miglia 2012

Abarth 695 Maserati Edition will be run in limited series of 499 units. The model will make its official debut on the occasion of the 30^th anniversary of the Mille Miglia, which Enzo Ferrari called “the most beautiful race in the world”.

Displayed at Piazza della Loggia in Brescia in the midst of the collectors’ automotive jewels and “luxury cars” of today, this glamorous car represents the bond between Abarth and Maserati, based on a host of shared values, including attention to detail, elegance and a passion for performance and sport.

The new Abarth 695 Maserati Edition is powered by a 1.4 liter four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with 180HP (132 kW) at 5500RPM and 250Nm (185 lb-ft) of torque at 3000RPM. The engine is mated to a 5-speed Abarth Competizione gearbox with paddles on the steering wheel.

0-100 km/h in 7 seconds and a top speed of 225 km/h (140 mph).

The fuel consumption is great – 8.4 l / 100 km in city, 5.4 l on the highway and 6.5 liters per 100 km combined cycle.

The front suspension features Abarth Koni shock absorbers with FSD valve. At the rear, the small car comes with the same setup. The ride is lowered in order to improve the handling and the traction.

Speaking for handling, the steering features electric power with “sport mode”.

The brake system is also new – 305 mm x 22 mm perforated and self-ventilating front discs and 264 mm x 22 perforated rear. There is also a TTC – Torque Transfer Control improving the traction.

Abarth 695 Maserati Edition rolls 7J x 17” alloy wheels fitted with 205/40 R17 tires.

Abarth 695 Maserati Edition

Additional features:

SPECIAL “BORDEAUX PONTEVECCHIO” PAINT FROM MASERATI

XENON HEADLIGHTS

TITANIUM GREY SOFT TOP

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL

LEATHER STEERING WHEEL WITH RADIO CONTROLS

BLUE&ME TOMTOM 2 NAVIGATOR

BEIGE LEATHER SEATS

DASHBOARD FASCIA AND GEARBOX TRIM IN MATT CARBON

DOOR PANELS, CONSOLE AND TUNNEL IN “FLOCKED” UV-LUX

DUAL MODE EXHAUST WITH SPECIAL MASERATI-INSPIRED DESIGN

JBL HI-FI SYSTEM

BAG SET by TRAMONTANO

Source: Abarth

May 17, 2012
Abarth at 2012 Geneva Motor Show

Abarth brand at the Geneva Motor Show is going to have spectacular presence! There will be presented some of the highly anticipated models by the brand. The all new Abarth 695 Assetto Corse is a small super-sports car designed for racing on the track, which will make its world debut at the show. In addition, the new model Abarth Punto Scorpione will also make a debut. This is a Limited Edition and is dedicated to all those who love high speed and performance. Another milestone on the “road to performance” is the new Abarth 595 which actually is a remake of the popular 595 model that Karl Abarth presented in 1963. It now carries enhanced performance features of a “basic” car, offering a power upgrade to 160 HP (118 kW) as standard. The new Abarth 595 is going to be offered in two variations: “Competizione” and “Turismo”.

First of all Abarth 695 Assetto Corse is designed for track racing and depicts the continuity of the historic 695 brand that came into being in 2009 with the 695 Tributo Ferrari. The car also appears to be a continuation of the Abarth 500 Assetto Corse. Furthermore the 695 Assetto Corse is characterised by an aggressive front decorated with a badge bearing the Abarth logo and, underneath, a broader bumper complete with aerodynamic spoiler and screen-printed grilles instead of the plastic masks of the standard version. Under the bonnet there is a 1368 cm3 turbocharged engine that delivers 205 HP (151 kW). The rear of the car features a winged spoiler, a badge bearing the Abarth logo and a twin exhaust pipe. The 695 model sits on 17″ light forged racing wheels, enriched with new floating, perforated and self-ventilated front disc brakes and perforated rear disc brakes. More importantly, there is included the Sadev sequential gearbox with a specific ratio that when combined with a metal-ceramic twin plate clutch reaches absolutely top performance in its category.The interior of the car contains all of the safety equipment required by FIA regulations, including a roll-bar welded to the body that has been further optimised to improve its torsional stiffness.

Abarth 695 Assetto Corse

The next Abarth which will be on display in Geneva is the new Punto Scorpione, which expresses the Abarth Punto’s sporting characteristics. The Limited Edition Scorpione is intended for a more mature audience that wishes to express their sporting spirit more discreetly and elegantly, but with no intention to settle for less. Only 199 examples of the model are producesed. The exterior is distinguished by a ton-sur-ton livery where the Scorpione Black of the body becomes matt on the bonnet and roof. The glossy black “passband” element stands out on the latter, with a hand-polishing treatment carried out at Abarth&C. itself, with a view to ensuring customisation with genuine craftsmanship. Moreover, it is equipped with a 1.4 MultiAir engine boosted to 180 HP (132 kW) at 5750 rpm and with a maximum torque of 270 Nm (199 lb-ft) at 2500 rpm, the Abarth Punto Scorpione reaches a top speed of more than 216 km/h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.5 seconds. The car has glossy black 18″ alloy wheels and front and rear Koni shock absorbers with FSD (Frequency Selective Dumping) valve and specially lowered springs. The exhaust pipe, oversized in the central section, is taken from the now famous “Esseesse” kit. The interior of the special Abarth Punto Scorpione features “Abarth Corsa by Sabelt” black technical fabric seats, with red and yellow stitching and matt black backrest, type-approved and lightened in keeping with the car’s sporting spirit.

Abarth Punto Scorpione

Next the attention will be put on the two new models featured in the Abarth 500 Range: “Turismo” and “Competizione”. In both customisation options, the car is fitted with a 1.4 Turbo T-Jet engine whose power has been increased to a good 160 HP (118 kW) thanks to the standard engine tuning kit. The car has 4-cylinder 16-valve 1,368 cm3 engine (with fixed geometry IHI turbocharger), which delivers thrilling torque of 230 Nm (170 kW) at 3000 rpm in Sport mode, top speed of 211 km/h and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.4 seconds. These results are due to the overboost function, activated using the “Sport” button, which modulates control unit mapping and turbo pressure, in addition to load on the steering wheel. Yet this trademark Abarth performance accompanies fuel consumption: 6.5 l/100 km in the combined cycle. Furthermore, in the both models is included the TTC (Torque Transfer Control) device as standard, which by enhancing the transfer of drive torque to the wheels, improves the car’s road holding without compromising fun at the wheel. The vehicled is equipped as standard with Xenon headlights with dipped and driving light functions for improved light emission and excellent performance in all weather conditions. These devices deliver three times the light intensity and duration of standard halogen-lamp headlights. The “Turismo” model sits on magnesium-coloured 17″ alloy wheels with GranTurismo-inspired design, which contributes to the car’s elegance. It also comes with electrically operated manual Abarth Competizione gearbox with controls on the steering wheel as standard. The second model “Competizione”, is dedicated to more extreme sports enthusiasts, to the true “racing purists”, and for this reason it has 5-speed manual gearbox which improves personal driving style through a more direct relationship with the car. This version sits on 17″ titanium-coloured alloy wheels, with yellow Brembo brake calipers. As for the “Turismo” version, side and tailgate respectively are enhanced by the 595 and 595 “Competizione” logo, both in aluminium, just as the front bumper grille and extractor are titanium grey. How about the interior: they also have sporty and aggressive personality, thanks to the “Abarth Corsa by Sabelt” leather and leather-coloured Alcantara seats, bearing the 595 logo embroidered on the integrated headrest. At last, the gear lever knob, sill plate, pedal unit and aluminium kick plate are all decorated with the Abarth motifs. The complete style of the cars is finished with matt titanium side stripes, which also feature on the mirror covers.

Abarth 595 Turismo

Abarth 595 Competizione

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February 24, 2012
Abarth 695 Competizione in Frankfurt

The Abarth 695 Competizione is born to be the first “street legal” Scorpion racing car. It is showcased at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show.

Like a real racing car, this is a two seater in which the rear seats are replaced by a roll bar the same Grigio Competizione Opaco shade as the bodywork. In this way the car acquires additional sporting character because the roll bar decreases its weight, making it even better performing.

It also boasts special sport suspension, 17” alloy wheels fitted with low-profile performance tires and Brembo brake system including 305 mm discs with 4-piston calipers behind the rims.

The interior comes with Sabelt racing seats, some carbon fiber elements and each 695 Competizione is numbered. There are no rear seats, but Abarth fitted a roll bar for further stiffness and safety.

Abarth 695 Competizione is powered by a 1.4 liter turbocharged petrol engine with 180PS (132 kW) and 270Nm (199 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 5-speed sequential gearbox, which delivers the torque to the front wheels. 0 to 100 km/h in under 7 seconds and a top speed of 225 km/h (140 mph).

Besides all that power, the small car averages 6.5 litres per 100 km and just 151 g/km of CO2.

Last, but not least there is a “Record Monza” variable back-pressure “dual mode” exhaust, designed to improve engine performance and sound over 3 000 RPM.

Abarth 695 Competizione Frankfurt 2011

Source: Fiat

September 16, 2011
Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari for the UK

Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari is a limited edition, which will be produced in just 152 units. However, there will be a right hand drive version specially created for Britain. The small car is priced at £29 600 (EU 35 500). It features carbon wing mirrors, Corsa Grey wheels and front air intakes. (more…)

August 3, 2010
Abarth 695 “Tributo Ferrari”

The Abarth 695 “Tributo Ferrari” is about to make its debut at the forthcoming 63rd Frankfurt International Motor Show. This new Abarth 695 “Tributo Ferrari” is a performance version of the Abarth 500 and represents the link between Abarth and Ferrari based on shared values that include a passion for performance, a racing soul, attention to detail and Italian style. (more…)

September 9, 2009