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2016 Fiat 500X Trekking Plus Combines Iconic Italian Style with Functionality, Performance and All-wheel-drive Confidence

Fiat adds another product which is defined by genuine Italian design and excellent driving dynamics. The all-new 2016 Fiat 500X comes with an advanced all-wheel-drive system, unmatched functionality, complete safety, technological features and absolute comfort.

In the United States, the Fiat 500X arrives with the fuel-efficient 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo engine combined with a six-speed manual transmission. The engine has an output of 160 hp and 184 lb.-ft. of peak torque. The 2.4-liter Tigershark MultiAir2 engine generates 180 hp and 175 lb.-ft. of torque. This time around, it is paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission on all-wheel-drive and front-wheel-drive models.

There is a disconnecting rear axle which is used to reduce the parasitic loss when all-wheel-drive capability is not really needed. This results in much better fuel efficiency. The Dynamic Selector system offers the driver three different modes (Auto, Sport and Traction +) to choose from.

Furthermore, the 2016 Fiat 500X is equipped with up to 70 safety and security components. They are comprised of: Forward Collision Warning-Plus, LaneSense Departure Warning-Plus, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection. Electronic stability control (ESC) with Hill-start Assist and electronic roll mitigation and seven air bags are included on all models.

The Fiat 500X is also available with features such as Uconnect 6.5 radio with a 6.5-inch high-resolution touchscreen and navigation, Bluetooth streaming audio, Uconnect Access Via Mobile, a 3.5-inch color thin-film transistor (TFT) cluster display, Keyless Enter-N-Go, and heated front seats and steering wheel.

The new Fiat’s baby features five trim levels: Pop, Easy, Lounge, and for a more edgy look, Trekking and Trekking Plus. The Trekking and Trekking Plus versions is available in one-of-a-kind front and rear fascia designs, and satin silver elements which adorn the appearance of the car.

The all-new Fiat 500X will arrive in FIAT studios in North America in the first half of 2015. It will go on sale in more than 100 countries around the world.

Source: Fiat

November 21, 2014

Facelifted 2015 Fiat Bravo Debuts in Brazil

2015 Fiat Bravo will be rolling on the streets in Brazil in a few months, when it will go on sale. The facelifted five-door compact hatchback version of the car will be locally produced. The revised version features more stylish front and rear fascias as well as new alloys. There are also other exterior tweaks such as the new headlamps, grille and bumpers. The front end includes design dominated by the new grille that adds a new chrome bar.

The Fiat logo is positioned in the center of the grille and is in perfect harmony with the bumper and the new frame of foglamps. At the back, we see new taillights, a redesigned bumper again as well as a different typeface.

The interior adds for the 2015 model year multimedia system with LCD screen and touchscreen controls, and integrated reverse camera and a GPS navigation system. The driver will enjoy a multifunctional steering wheel wrapped in leather. There are also some shiny accents which spice up the cabin.

The car will be offered in four trim levels: Essence, Sporting, T-Jet and BlackMotion. The firs two trims and the last trim are equipped with the 1.8 16V engine, while the T-Jet version – with the 1.4 16V unit. The 1.8 16V powerplant is coupled with a Dualogic Plus (AMT) transmission, while the T-Jet model comes as a standard with a six-speed manual gearbox.

Source: Fiat

November 11, 2014

Fiat 500X Receives New Exclusive Accessories and Services from Mopar

Not long ago we introduced you the new Fiat 500X which joined the Fiat 500 family. It has several engine ranges: a 110 hp (81 kW) 1.6-litre “E-torQ” engine with a five-speed manual gearbox or a 140 hp (103 kW) 1.4-litre Turbo MultiAir II petrol engine; 2.4-litre Tigershark engine which generates 170 hp (125 kW) 1.4-litre Turbo MultiAir II engine or the 184 hp (135 kW); 95 hp (70 kW) 1.3-litre MultiJet II turbo diesel with five-speed manual, and 120 hp (88 kW) 1.6-litre MultiJet II turbo diesel supplied with a six-speed manual gearbox; and finally, there is a four-wheel drive diesel option presented with the the 140 hp (103 kW) 2.0-litre MultiJet II turbo diesel engine.

Now the new compact crossover comes with more attractive improvements because FCA’s in-house tuner Mopar has designed exclusive accessories and services especially for it. The range of accessories is comprised of more than 100 extras, including 18″ alloy rims with their specific design and range of colours ((White, Red, Bronze and Greyge) and aesthetic treatments, the door mirror fairings in 9 colour options, original stickers for the roof, bonnet and side strips, door moulding inserts in four colours or chrome plated and many more. All of them, of course, come with uncompromised quality and high efficiency.

Furthermore, there is also a new “Xtra Care” pack from Mopar Vehicle Protection available for Fiat 500X which extends the manufacturer’s warranty up to five years (or 75,000 km ) and includes, for the same period, cover for scheduled maintenance costs. Finally, Fiat customers will be able to use a new Owner Handbook which contains significant and useful vehicle information in just 200 pages.

Source: Mopar

November 11, 2014

Fiat 500 Ribelle and 500L Urbana Trekking are Demonstrating Potential for Self-Expression

Fiat 500 is probably the most versatile model in the automotive industry at the moment. What I mean is that it has multiple personalities that can literally suit anyone. And now Fiat is introducing two other special edition specifications of the popular car which will debut at the 2014 Miami International Auto Show. Namely, they are Fiat 500 Ribelle and the Fiat 500L Urbana Trekking.

In addition, at the event the company will also showcase the entire lineup and highlight the updates for the 2015 model year. Some of them include advanced instrument panel with a 7-inch cluster display for the Fiat 500 line, and automatic transmission options for the high-performance Fiat 500 Abarth and the five-passenger Fiat 500L.

The currently presented two new models are based on the 500 Pop and the 500L Trekking. 2015 Fiat 500 Ribelle (the latter word means rebel in Italian) shows its adventurous nature with a red Rosso roof, spoiler and mirror caps.

To make a perfect contrast the designers at Fiat complemented these red accents by the gloss black color called Nero Puro of the headlamp and tail lamp bezels. In addition, in the same color come the wheels. They however also add Rosso wheel caps.

The car will be offered in four exterior paint colors: Bianco (white), Billet Argento (Billet Silver), Grigio (gray) and Nero Puro. While the interior options are only two: Grigio/Nero or Grigio/Rosso.

2015 Fiat 500L Urbana Trekking is intended also for the urban streets. It has a Matte Nero exterior mirrors and bezels on the front and rear fascia, side sills and body-side molding. The car runs on 7-inch Matte Nero wheels. The black paint is complemented by Satin Chrome door handles, tail lamp bezels and accents on the front and rear fascia.

Here, six glossy exterior paint colors are available: Verde Bosco Perla (Forest Green Pearl), Rosso Perla (Deep Lava Red), Giallo (yellow), Bianco (white), Grigio Scuro (Gray Metallic) and Blue Tornado, paired with a Nero (black) roof. Inside, the 500L Urbana Trekking adds some special tweaks like the Nero leather steering wheel, leatherette door bolsters and cloth seats.

Of course, the Beats Audio system is standard. It features six premium speakers, a 6.5-inch dual-voice coil (DVC) subwoofer with trunk-mounted enclosure and eight-channel amplifier with Beats Audio’s proprietary digital sound processing (DSP) algorithm.

2015 Fiat 500 Ribelle will be available at dealerships in December at a starting price of $17,395 USD, while the 2015 Fiat 500L Urbana Trekking will appear in studios in the first quarter of 2015 with a price tag beginning at $22,795 USD.

Source: Fiat

November 10, 2014

Is FCC4 Concept the Next Big Thing for Fiat? [VIDEO]

Fiat says that its FCC4 Concept explores the language in design. The car was unveiled at the auto show at Sao Paulo with the introductory words that it is a “real four door coupe with an adventurous spirit”. However, we find that the FCC4 is some kind of odd mixture between a pickup and a Range Rover Evoque. What do you think? The FCC4 adopts a specific typology for a car, it treads hybrid paths, has generous dimensions and raised floor height. All of this is combined with the luxury and internal space of a large sedan.

At its sides the concept car has unprecedented and surprising proportions. They definitely reveal its dynamic character via the dynamic lines and muscular surfaces. As you can see the glass area has been reduced in order to recreate the feeling of protection and privacy.

The windshield, lateral glass area and rear glass further emphasize the highly dynamic character of the concept. The menacing front look of the FCC4 is achieved via new daylight running LEDs and other optical groups underneath.

The rear features a fastback glass, LED lamps that repeat the front assembly and the exhausts at the ends of the bumper and the aluminum central protection. The asymmetrical doors appear to be also provocative, because they adopt a new typology of opening and use. The concept car is loaded with technology and refinement.

Of course, we can’t miss the exuberant color of the body of this Fiat, which is metallic blue, and makes the concept noble and luminous, with nuances of light and shadow. At last, the dimensions of the Fiat FCC4 really prove that it is different: the length is 5,000 mm, width – 1,940 and height – 1,600 mm.

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October 30, 2014

Fiat Releases Exclusive 500X Opening Edition

Fiat 500X Opening Edition is a limited edition and top of the range model which will be produced in only 2000 examples. It will be offered in two exteriors: the first one is more “urban” in Art Grey, the other in tri-coat red. The car will be sold in Europe and will also be available in three versions: two 4×2 options with the 140 hp (103 kW) 1.4 Turbo MultiAir II or the 120 hp (88 kW) 1.6 MultiJet II engines, and one 4×4 with the 140 hp (103 kW) 2.0 MultiJet II engine.

The model with the 4×2 drive system includes the pastel Art Grey livery, and also adds an exclusive selection of equipment such as automatic climate control and 18″ alloy rims. As a standard here is featured the “Safety Pack” which comprises of a wide range of active safety systems such as anti-collision, a lane change assistance system to get around blind spots, a lane departure warning system, a rear camera for reversing.

There are also a Comfort Pack that ensures maximum on-board plus the Keyless Entry & Keyless Go system, tinted rear windows and the Opening Edition badge. The second version is covered with the exclusive tri-coat Amore Red. It features the 4×4 drive system with a 140 hp 2.0 MultiJet II engine mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission.

As a standard, the model features wealth of exclusive content, ranging from the navigation pack to the two-tone red and black leather interiors, visibility pack with rain and dusk sensors, electrically folding door mirrors, an electrochromic rear view mirror, steering wheel gear controls and the Opening Edition badge.

Fiat 500X will be available in dealerships in early 2015. The Opening Edition has a starting price of 21,900 Euro.

Source: Fiat

October 15, 2014

Fiat Introduces the 500X Crossover in Paris

Fiat 500X is also making a world premiere at the Paris Auto Show. This crossover is the latest addition to the Fiat 500 family. The model will be offered in two versions. The first one is designed to appeal to those with spirited, metropolitan outlook, while the second one is a more rugged version with stylish and adventurous appeal. The company will offer the model in 12 different body colors and eight different designs. The alloy wheel-size range starts from 16 inch to up to 18 inch.

The new crossover is offered with a range of engines and transmissions, including a new nine-speed automatic transmission, which is the first added in a Fiat vehicle. This feature and the all wheel drive will end up delivering to the owner highly efficient drivetrain.

MacPherson rear suspension, active safety systems, front headlights with DRLs and front fog lights with adaptive cornering have all been added here. The sophisticated ESC (Electronic Stability Control), Lane Assist (lane departure warning system) and Blind Spot Assist (lane change assistance system), “Brake Control” assisted braking system as well as the ParkView reversing camera are also available in the new 500X.

Furthermore, the “Drive Mood Selector” has three different modes for engine, brakes, steering and gearbox/transmission settings: “Auto”, “Sport” and “All Weather” or “Traction” function in the more rugged version. Fiat 500X also offers eco:Drive that further reduces emissions and fuel efficiency.

Next, the engine range offered has four petrol engines and three diesels. Precisely, the front-wheel drive, petrol-powered models are either equipped with a 110 hp (81 kW) 1.6-litre “E-torQ” engine with a five-speed manual gearbox or a 140 hp (103 kW) 1.4-litre Turbo MultiAir II petrol engine with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed twin-clutch transmission. The all-wheel drive petrol models are powered by the 170 hp (125 kW) 1.4-litre Turbo MultiAir II engine or the 184 hp (135 kW) 2.4-litre Tigershark engine. Each of them is mated with a nine-speed automatic transmission as standard.

The car is also offered with a front-wheel drive diesel range. It comprises of 95 hp (70 kW) 1.3-litre MultiJet II turbo diesel with five-speed manual, and 120 hp (88 kW) 1.6-litre MultiJet II turbo diesel equipped with a six-speed manual gearbox. The four-wheel drive diesel option is the 140 hp (103 kW) 2.0-litre MultiJet II turbo diesel, with either a six-speed manual or nine-speed automatic transmission.

500X is compact: it is 4.25 metres long, 1.80 metres wide and 1.60 metres high. The interior is cozy and spacious and has seven different interior fabric, leather and colour configurations. Inside, one can find also a 5.0- or 6.5-inch Uconnect colour touchscreen infotainment systems. DAB and a Beats Hi-Fi system are also available.

Fiat 500X will go on sale in the the second quarter of 2015. More specifications and pricing are to be announced closer to launch.

Source: Fiat

October 3, 2014

2015 Fiat 500e reaches US West Coast

The new all-electric 2015 Fiat 500e has become available on the US West Coast, Fiat has officially announced. The really new interesting fact is that now the 2015 Fiat 500e is available in the US state of Oregon, while before the electric car was sold only in California.

“Bringing the Fiat 500e to Oregon gives more customers in this environmentally minded state the opportunity to enjoy the Italian style and engaging driving dynamics of the Fiat 500, but with zero tailpipe emissions,” said Jason Stoicevich, Head of FIAT Brand for North America, Chrysler Group LLC.

“The Fiat 500e is attractive and fun. It remains a model that will, with a short test drive, convert people who hadn’t even thought about electric cars into EV enthusiasts,” said Bengt Halvorson, Drive Revolution Event Co-chair.

The 2015 Fiat 500e features a redesigned center console, with a new cup holder design and an additional, conveniently located USB port that is fully functional and integrated with the radio. Two paint colors have been added for 2015 for a total of seven available exterior paint colors, including new Luce Blu (light blue with a pearl finish) and Celeste (light blue).

The new car is now available in both Oregon and California for USD 199 per month for 36 months and USD 999 at signing. This past summer the vehicle was named the “Top Electric Vehicle” for a second consecutive year at the Northwest Automotive Press Association’s Drive Revolution, which is an annual alternative-fuel vehicle event in Portland.

Source: Fiat

September 24, 2014

Fiat intros new Fiat 500 models in North America

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The Fiat brand has long been associated with Italy but since year 2014 the acclaimed and popular car brand has some American blood in its veins. Of course we are talking about the Fiat and Chrysler merger earlier this year when the deal gave Fiat access to the North American market while providing Chrysler with knowledge how to build small and fuel-efficient cars. Thanks to the deal now Fiat introduces new Fiat 500 models in North America.

The Fiat 500 is one of the many legendary cars of Fiat. Introduced in 1957 the first model is often called “the first city car”. Cheap and easy to maintain, the Fiat 500 was in production until 1975 and more than 3 million Fiat 500 cars were sold back in the day. In 2007, exactly 50 years after the launch of the first Fiat 500, the popular car maker introduced an improved and modernized version of the Fiat 500 that is still in production in Europe and Mexico.

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Now customers in the United States will be able to drive the new high-performance 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio as well as take advantage of the all-electric Fiat 500e and the Fiat 500L, which is an all-new five-passenger model that expands the Fiat brand into the growing B-segment.

Let’s take a look at the specs of the new cars. The 2015 Fiat Abarth comes with two transmissions – one 5-speed manual and one 6-speed automatic and a 1.4-liter SOHC 16-valve turbocharged multiair inline four-cylinder gasoline engine that delivers 119 kW (162 HP) of power at 5,500 rpm and 170 lb-ft (230 Nm) of torque at 2,500-4,000 rpm (with 5-speed manual transmission). The same engine delivers 117 kW (159 HP) of power at 5,500 rpm and 183 lb-ft (248 Nm) of torque at 2,400-4,000 rpm with the six-speed automatic transmission. The estimated fuel economy is 28/34/31 US mpg (8.4/6.9/7.6 liters per 100 km) (city/highway/combined) with five-speed manual and 24/32/27 US mpg (9.8/7.4/8.7 liters per 100 km) (city/highway/combined) with six-speed manual. The tech specs of the Fiat Abarth Cabrio are the same except that the car does not offer a six-speed automatic transmission and you will have to do with the 5-speed one only.

We do not have information on the 2015 Fiat 500L (if there’s any at all) so we will describe the 2014 Fiat 500L specs – the car is equipped with a 1.4-liter SOHC 16-valve turbocharged multiair inline four-cylinder gasoline engine that delivers 119 kW (162 HP) of power at 5,500 rpm and 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) of torque at 2,500-4,000 rpm. The car reaches 25/33/28 US mpg (9.4/7.1/8.4 liters per 100 km) (city/highway/combined) fuel economy with the offered six-speed manual transmission and 24/33/27 US mpg (9.8/7.1/8.7 liters per 100 km) (city/highway/combined) of fuel economy with the Euro Twin Clutch six-speed transmission. There’s no information on the Fiat 500e vehicle.

There’s no word on the pricing or the availability dates of the new models as of now.

Source: Fiat

September 3, 2014

2014 Fiat 500 Abarth and 500c Abarth

Fiat has presented the 500 Abarth and 500c Abarth. Both models are available at the Abarth Track Experience dates in the fall. The owners will now have more opportunities to develop their driving skills in the one-day Abarth Track Experience.

Drivers will pilot cars from a fleet of Abarths provided and put their skills to the test through four driving modules: autocross, head-to-head challenge, driving dynamics and performance drive. Drivers will end their day by riding shotgun as professional drivers push the track-tuned Abarth vehicles to the limit.

“As the Abarth Track Experience becomes more popular, we’re expanding the schedule to ensure more customers have the opportunity to develop their driving skills in a safe track environment,” commented Jason Stoicevich, Head of FIAT Brand North America.

“Now, with the addition of the specially tuned automatic transmission as an option for the 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio, we expect even more customers will want to join in the fun.”, he added.

2015 Fiat 500 Abarth is powered by a 1.4 liter MultiAir Turbo engine – 157HP (115 kW) and 249Nm (183 lb-ft) of torque. The exclusive, Abarth-calibrated Sport mode allows for an even more engaged driving experience with special features such as fuel-cut upshifts, rev-matching downshifts, brake-assist downshifts, corner gear hold and fast-off gear hold, as well as a more aggressive pedal map.

There is also an Abarth-tuned suspension and brake systems, race-inspired design, and technology features not traditionally included on a small car, the 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio unleash legendary Italian performance heritage to American streets.

Source: Fiat

August 20, 2014

Fiat 500L Vans Concept Shown At Huntington Beach

Fiat 500L Vans is a design concept which is currently on display at Huntington Beach in California. The company has once again teamed up with the Vans US Open of Surfing and the result is this unique 500L. The attendees at the stand will also see and interact with the full Fiat portfolio. This means that they will enjoy the models such as the Fiat 500 Abarth Cabrio, the 4-door 500L Trekking, and the electric Fiat 500e. The visitors will also have the chance to receive giveaways like Wayfarer sunglasses, branded shoelaces as well as other branded items.

The special Fiat 500L Concept is inspired by Vans and has been exclusively designed and created for the event. The car matches the spirit and playfulness of both teams. The grille of this concept vehicle has four rings of LED headlights which are also open in their centers. Underneath them is mounted couple of fog-lights.

Furthermore, the Vans Concept is decided in three-tone color scheme. The dark blue color can be seen along car’s bottom. The white paint finish has been used for the biggest part of the body, while the light blue shade is used for the hood. The last color can be also seen on the tops of the doors as well as the mirror caps.

Checkerboard pattern which is something iconic for Fiat has been utilized for the roof. In addition, at the top of the car there is a rack added to support two surfboards and additional gear. Inside, the interior is literally Vans inspired, due to the extensive use of company’s stickers added on the dashboard. The seats are made from canvas, while the waffle sole tread pattern is utilized for the pedals and storage bins.

This concept is driven by the 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine which produces 160 horsepower (118 kW). It is coupled with a six-speed manual transmission.

In addition to the vehicles on the sand, the brand’s popular water-bound FIAT-skis will be back surfing the waves of Huntington Beach. At the event, the professional surfer Brianna Cope will be signing autographs. 2014 Vans US Open of Surfing is running till the 3rd of August.

Source: Fiat

July 28, 2014

Fiat Shows The New Freemont Cross [video]

2015 Fiat Freemont Cross has been officially unveiled. The Italian manufacturer has also announced that the new model is just a rebadged Dodge Journey Crossroad.

There are two engines in the range : a 140HP (103 kW) 2.0 MultiJet II engine connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox and front-wheel drive and a 2.0 liter MultiJet with power of 170HP (125 kW). Both engines are available in a 4×2 version with manual gearbox, but only the powerful can be opted with a 6-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. The new all-wheel-drive system features an electronic control unit which uses sensors to measure the grip of the four wheels and to transfer torque to the rear wheels if needed.

Outside, the 2015 Freemont Cross comes with a new front bumper with chrome platinum colour inset, glossy black front grille and frame and fog lamps. There are also side skirts with platinum chrome finish and roof bar extends in the same color as well as a black frame to the front and rear light clusters. Last but not least is the under-body armor and a set of 19″ five-spoke alloy wheels finished in black.

The interior features an 8.4″ chscreen satellite navigation system, a DVD player and a SD slot. In addition, buyers will get Bluetooth connection, rear parking sensors and an Alpine Premium sound system with 6 speakers, 368 W amplifier and subwoofer.

Source : Fiat

July 25, 2014

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