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Thursday, May 15, 2008Overview of Fiat Linea 2012 and Punto 2012
Fiat India has launched upgraded variants of Punto and Linea today (3rd January, 2012). All Linea models now features automatic headlights and rain sensing wipers. Both Linea 2012 and Punto 2012 gets updated and improved air-conditioner unit. The ground clearance has also been increased, it is now 185mm. The base model of Punto 2012 now comes with factory fitted music system. New Shade 'Oceanic Blue' has also been introduced in both the 2012 cars.
Fast Facts About Fiat Linea 2012
- Available in five variants: 2 petrol and 3 of diesel
- Improved air-conditioning and increased ground clearance
- Automatic headlamps and rain-sensing wipers
- Available in 8 shades: Oceanic Blue (New), Hip Hop Black, Bronzo Scuro, Sun Beam Beige, Tuscan Wine, Boss Nova White, Fox Trote Azure and Minimal Gray
- Ex-showroom prices start from Rs. 7 lakhs for the base model of petrol
Variants of Fiat Linea 2012
- Fiat Linea 2012 Active
- Fiat Linea 2012 Dynamic
- Fiat Linea 2012 Diesel Active
- Fiat Linea 2012 Diesel Dynamic
- Fiat Linea 2012 Diesel Emotion
Linea 2012 is available in five variants: Active, Dynamic, Active Diesel, Dynamic Diesel and Emotion Diesel. There is no word about the Linea T-Jet, Fiat India has removed it from the official website. The fully loaded Emotion variant of Linea comes with Airbags, ABS, EBD, Fog lights, Alloys, Rear AC vents, Parking Sensors and Fiat's Blue&Me System. All Linea variants now feature rain sensing wipers and automatic head lamps.
Design and Styling of Fiat Linea 2012
Designed by the Fiat Style Centre, Linea's originality is summed up by elegant, distinctive styling, with captivatingly smooth, simple, uncluttered lines that give the car a dynamic, harmonious look. The Fiat Linea 2012 is also unmistakably Italian, which confirms the brand’s intention to create a new Fiat family feeling, inaugurated with the Grande Punto and continued with the Fiat Bravo, while the forward, sloping windscreen, the drop-shaped headlights and the large front end sporting the new Fiat logo.
In line with the dictates of the new standards, the grille of Fiat Linea 2012 marks the dividing line between the bonnet and the front bumpers, and the latter taper off gradually until they meet the wheelarches. A ridge starts from the foglights, which link up to the sides, and incorporates them, linking up again at the centre with the lower air intake. And finally, a rib between the headlight and the foglight makes the bumper look lighter and creates the same graphical motif. The sleek, faired headlights which extend towards the sides of the Linea 2012 suggest dynamism and a strong Italian imprint.
Proposed with a single body type, Linea conveys an impression of solidity, robustness and roominess, which is confirmed by the generous dimensions. On the side the styling is cut through by a ‘slash’ which starts from the middle of the wheelarch and dissolves into the rear, emphasising Fiat Linea's dynamic look. The emphatic, robust, muscular wheelarches give the Fiat Linea a feeling of strength and solidity. And the same reassuring impression is conveyed by the rear end of Fiat Linea 2012, with its elegant uncluttered line.
Safety Features of Fiat Linea 2012
In addition to its excellent braking system, the Fiat Linea 2012 is also equipped with one of the most advanced ABS anti-lock braking systems on the market, complete with EBD electronic brake force distribution. The latter distributes the braking force over the four wheels to prevent them from locking, guaranteeing complete control of the car in all conditions.
The sturdiest components in the engine bay of Fiat Linea are positioned at a suitable distance from the bonnet, to allow the ‘skin’ of the bonnet to absorb the energy deriving from impact with a pedestrian’s head better. Then the new chassis, which was designed to absorb any impact very effectively. And finally, the contribution made to occupant protection by the bodywork, the bonnet, doors and facia crossbeam.
Engine Options in Fiat Linea 2012
Linea is available in 2 engine options:
- 1.4 Litre 90 Bhp-115 Nm Twin Cam Petrol
- 1.3 Litre 93 Bhp-209 Nm Multijet Diesel
Fiat Linea 2012 in available in both petrol and diesel. The petrol model is powered by 1.4 litre engine which generates maximum power of 90 bhp with maximum torque of 115 nm. The diesel model is powered by 1.3 litre multijet engine which generates maximum power of 93 bhp with maximum torque of 209 nm.
Shades Available In Fiat Linea 2012
Fiat Linea 2012 is available in 8 colours:
- Oceanic Blue (New Shade for 2012)
- Hip Hop Black
- Bronzo Scuro
- Sun Beam Beige
- Tuscan Wine
- Fox Trote Azure
- Minimal Gray
- Boss Nova White