2011 Fiat 500 Cinquecento Coupé

2011 Fiat 500 Cinquecento Coupe Review

Mark is known for the development of environmentally friendly cars, and its broad product portfolio in Europe includes the cities and agile, compact vehicles and medium-sized enterprises, wagon, and has attracted a wide range of success stories, such as Fiat 500 (Cinquecento).
 

Over the past three years, Fiat was the lowest CO2 output between the best-selling car brands in Europe, the Fiat 1.4-liter Turbo Multi ™ was named "Best New Engine of the Year" for 2010.

Re the Fiat brand in North America will lead the modern generation of the Fiat 500, which is available at the end of 2010, and after 500C (convertible) in 2011.

"A modern version of the Fiat 500 is a true symbol of Italian design and a perfect expression of what the world is waiting for Italian cars," said Laura Soave Fiat Brand Director in North America. "The uniqueness of the sixteenth century and world-class safety, fuel economy, quality and focus on providing a unique experience for our customers, to help restore the Fiat brand in the North American market."

The American version of the Fiat 500 is equipped with Fiat's 1.4-liter inline four-cylinder fully integrated robotic (FIRE) with the Multi. MultiAir is a sophisticated technology that provides more power and up to 10 percent reduction in fuel consumption and emissions

10 percent compared to similar engines. The Fiat 500 will also depend on advanced technology intelligently adapted to the U.S. market.
 

Prima Edizione.

In July, fans present Fiat Fiat-Lancia Unlimited club's annual conference in North Carolina will be able to place reservations and choose their vehicle build number for the one Fiat Cinquecento Prima Edizione "(first edition) model.

"Fiat Cinquecento Prima Edizione was developed specifically with the Fiat fans in mind," said Soave, who personally presented the possibility of Fiat enthusiasts club. "For over a quarter of a century, members of the club kept the spirit of Fiat and Lancia brands alive in North America due to their unique and passionate support of true Italian design. We appreciate their loyalty, and Prima Edizione is our gift of appreciation to the fans on behalf of Fiat in North America. "

Prima Edizione the Fiat 500 will be the only one available in three colors: White (White) Rosso (red) and Grigio (Gray). These limited edition Fiat 500 models will be equipped with a manual transmission, and will have a unique distinctive Prima Edizione. Each of the 500 vehicles will have a Prima Edizione VIN sequence and logo to production.
 

Success around the world.

The modern generation of the Fiat 500 was launched July 4, 2007, and since its launch, selling over 500,000 units in over 80 countries worldwide.

This sales success and the undeniable popularity of this model is the result of the ability of the Fiat 500 to generate new versions. This was demonstrated early in the Fiat 500C, the original version of the Fiat 500 cabrio, as a tribute to the 1957 soft-top, but comes with advanced solutions in terms of quality, engines and passenger comfort .

In addition to the success of the sale in front of the Fiat 500 has already won 40 international awards, including the named 2008 European Car of the Year and 2009 World Design Car of the Year. Technology also has been recognized as Fiat Multiair "one of the most innovative engine technology," 2010 International Engine of the year awards panel.

The last phase of its global growth strategy, the Fiat 500 and 500C built in Toluca, Mexico, the distribution in the United States, Canada, Mexico and the major markets of South America.

Detail. Price: See dealer for price

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2012 Fiat 500 Convertible Review

2012 Fiat 500 Cabrio Review

There once was a car so small it makes the Mini looks like a large. A car so cute movie Cars leaders did little to transform one into the lovely "Luigi". A car that if you saw one on the street, I swear it was full-scale replica of a child. This car was the Fiat 500 Cinquecento or Italian, and left a lasting mark on the history of 18 years Fiat has made a resurrection as the Mini-three years ago. Now, with the purchase of Chrysler Fiat last year, the 500 was chosen as the model pioneered the reintroduction of the Fiat brand in North America.
 

The Fiat 500 2012 certainly has the potential to be the next big thing (or rather small). While the original 500 was the size of a small and cozy Tikes Coupe, the Nuova 500 looks much more like a normal car - even if small. Compared to a Mini Cooper is 6 inches shorter in length and 2 inches narrower. However, it is also more than 4 inches taller, allowing a high seating position not only increases visibility, but creates the inner leg. The result is a cabin that is surprisingly broad, with more legroom on the contrary that his British rival (not that is saying a lot).

Initially, there is only one engine available: a 1.4 liter 101 hp four-cylinder coupled with a five-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic. No, sounds like a lot of energy (and not), but only 2350 pounds, weighs 218 pounds to 121 hp Fiat base Cooper, who manages to be reasonably optimistic. However, we will keep our hopes of heat in Europe the 500 Abarth and the incredible twin turbo twin cylinder, which promises fuel savings of around 57 mpg.

Like the Mini, the Fiat 500 2012 promises a lot of character customization in the price range is usually not known for that. There are 14 paint colors, various two-tone interior colors and a variety of graphics of the body (such as Italian green, white and red stripes on the sides). It is also equipped with the competition, but you can leave the dealership with a reasonable choice for almost 500 basis of two Grand Prix unless the Mini. The 500 peaks of only $ 23 000 when loaded to capacity. Of course, cars like the Ford Fiesta, Honda Fit and the Mazda 2 has more space for less.

However, as sunny as the sky can appear in the new Fiat 500 2012, there is a huge cloud hanging over him. Italian cars are known for their reliability, and Chrysler. An Italian car built by Chrysler in the same factory in Mexico, who built the K-Car, the Neon and PT Cruiser? It sounds like a recipe for long and trouble-free product. However, the 500 was sold in Europe long enough to work some kinks, so who knows? Let's keep our hopes and our ears open for reviews at first, but buyer beware.

500: limited-based Chrysler dealer network is still to define, but when the car begins to seep into the crowded streets of America, this is a nice sedan could enjoy the reaction inspired by the Mini-remember five years ago. Of course, the 500 is an increasingly impressive list of other cars cheap and cheerful small that are competing against the country. But even if the 2012 500 is spacious and reliable, it certainly has characteristics of "cute" and "wonderful" down pat.

Body styles, trim levels and options

In 2012, Fiat 500 is a subcompact sedan with two doors available levels Pop, Sport and Lounge trim. Standard equipment on the Pop 500 includes steel wheels and 15-inch chrome hubcaps sound system, keyless entry, full power accessories, heated mirrors, air conditioning, cruise control, tilt steering wheel alone, an adjustable driver's seat height, a trip computer and six speaker audio with CD player and more. The Convenience Package adds a leather steering wheel with audio controls, Fiat Blue & Me Bluetooth phone connectivity and an iPod interface / USB audio. Premium Bose audio package adds satellite radio with six upgraded speakers and subwoofer.

Fiat 500 Sport gains 16-inch alloy wheels, stiffer suspension tuning, steering should be a slightly different style, roof spoiler, fog lights, sport seats, cloth / vinyl upholstery sports and pop two optional packages. Satellite Radio is a separate option, though. Safety and Comfort Package (requires automatic transmission), includes automatic climate control, compact spare wheel and heated front seats.

The show returns to 500 Pop mechanical tuning and includes its optional packages together. Includes alloy wheels with 15 inch chrome exterior, fog lights, fixed glass roof, upgraded upholstery fabric. The Convenience Package adds rear parking sensors, auto-dimming mirror and a heated front seats. The Luxury Package adds leather upholstery and trim improved. A sunroof and an integrated TomTom navigation system is optional on Sport and Lounge. Dealer-installed accessories that ambient lighting inside and outside decorations are also available.

Engines and performance

In 2012, Fiat 500 is powered by a 1.4-liter four-cylinder that produces 101 horsepower and 98 lb.-ft. of torque. A five-speed manual transmission is standard on the pop and Sport. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard on the living room and optional on other rocks. Performance is likely to be disappointing, with a 00 under 60 km / h time of about 10 seconds. Data from the EPA fuel economy was not published at the time of writing, but based on the European reports on the 500, we believe it will likely get a combined average mpg in the mid 30s.

Security

2012 Fiat 500 comes standard with stability and traction control, ABS, driver's knee airbag, front side airbags, curtain airbags and a half.

Interior Design and Special Features

All the retro Fiat 500 shouts' Mini fighter ", the interior decibel extra trips. He did not many customization options and accessories, as its British rival, but the 500 does not offer stylish two-tone many colors and themes of some intelligent design. It also has a control layout simpler than the form of mini-feature. The manual air conditioning consists of four rotary controls and stereo are high-mounted and easy to read from a look. If there is a clear inability to Fiat is the quality of the interior is not quite the minimum level, but certainly high for the other cars in its modest price range.

In addition to the Smart Fortwo, Fiat 500 is the smallest cars sold in the United States. However, high-mounted front seats allow a significant amount of legroom, even along the driver (although it would be nice if the steering wheel tucked riding position better). Legroom in the back seat is understandably small compared to other small cars, but is more generous than the Mini Cooper offers.

Behind the rear seats, you will find only 6.5 cubic foot trunk, but again, it's more than what is offered by Mini. Lower the rear seat, and you will find a small place, less floor space, but it's still good enough to carry the bulky item strange.

Driving Impressions

We have yet to conduct a US-Spec 2012 Fiat 500, but based on reports from Europe, do not expect the same kind of entertainment at the wheel like a Mini or Ford Fiesta. The direction is rather the lack of meaning and agile type of reaction is expected of a car that seems not, if the director seems to have been retouched in North America for better stability at high speed winds through of. The suspension was also modified to our shores with the comfort-oriented ride, which could be a good thing since the 500 euros of the specifications is on the firm side can react unsophisticatedly over bumps. The Europeans are a little spoiled when it comes to the many sub-compact quality to them, so maybe we'll have a more sunny 500 when you can finally be proven.

Price $ 19,500

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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.

That gray color might look familiar to you if you've ever seen an Italian warplane. The color is named after the airfield across the road from the company's historic headquarters in Turin. Inside, the EsseEsse gets "Abarth Corse by Sabelt" seats in black leather and Blue&Me sat-nav. The Punto also features an array of upgrades to the suspension, brakes, rolling stock and more.

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Paris 2010: 2011 Fiat 500C Abarth EsseEsse packs quite a punch

At this year's Geneva Motor Show, Abarth-tuned versions of the Fiat 500C and Punto Evo debuted, adding some cajones to the cute-as-a-bug Fiat 500C and the no-less-lovable Punto. Now, at the Paris Motor Show, the mark of the Scorpion brought us even hotter versions of both, and our reaction was that the difference between 500C, Abarth 500C and Abarth 500C EsseEsse is much more than just shades of gray.

Wearing a gray-on-gray paint job and carrying the EsseEsse postscript – Italian for "SS" – the Abarth 500C gets a substantial boost in output and a variety of upgrades to match. In the case of the 500C, it picks up 22 tiny ponies under its curved bonnet to bring the total to 160 horsepower. That's good for a 7.6-second sprint to 62 miles per hour. Perhaps not record-breaking, but just look at it; cute as a button and pretty darn quick.

The EsseEsse also features an array of upgrades to the suspension, brakes, rolling stock and more, plus Blue&Me connectivity and Record Monza exhaust.

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Fiat launches new Diesel edition 500C in Japan

The Fiat 500C by Diesel makes its formal debut in Japan on April 12.All engine choices will have five or six-speed manual tranmissions while for the exterior customers are able to choose three body and top colour combinations for their Fiat 500 by Diesel. The interior also gets denim-like upholstery with yellow top-stitching. Yellow brake calipers peer out from behind the 16" alloys finished in

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Fiat prepares new Multipla

In 2012 Fiat prepares to present new generation Multipla – it will come in the stead of the old car with the same name which has been shown for the first time in 1998, transfers Auto Motor and Sport.It is remembered, then Multipla has made dual impression. On the one hand very pleasant impression was made by the big 6-seater interior (on three armchairs in front and behind) which was combined

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2011 Fiat Doblo

The Italian carmaker Fiat today released several informations about their upcoming 2011 Fiat Doblo. This new family car will come in three different engine options including a 1.6 16v and 2.0-liter turbodiesel engines, or a 1.4 16v petrol engine. Meanwhile, for the safety features, the car will be equipped with a Hill Holder function, ESP Electronic Stability Program, EBD Electronic Brake

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Atomik unveils all-electric version of Fiat 500

While there's still no word on whether Fiat/Chrysler will bring an electric version of the retro-metro 500 to market, it appears that someone else will. Atomik Cars has taken the 500 Abarth and made it meaner and cleaner. The new company's aim is to deliver a zero-emission vehicle that blends supercar performance with city car packaging. Atomik's motto is "Anticipating the future." It may well

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Geneva Motor Show: 2010 Abarth 500C & Punto Evo

The 500C show car is a two-tone model with half painted white and the other half in black. The 138-horsepower 1.4-liter turbocharged engine produces up to 206 Nm (152 lb-ft) of torque, capable of getting the car from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.1 seconds. This is definitely slower than the acceleration of the MINI Cooper S, by anywhere from 0.4 to 0.9 seconds, depending on the source. However, fuel

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Geneva preview: Fiat Two-Cylinder 85 HP TWIN-AIR Engine

The new two-cylinder engine family made by FPT - Fiat Powertrain Technologies called TWIN-AIR will be making its debut at the Geneva Motor Show. This is a brand-new concept on the worldwide auto scene and confirms the leadership of the Fiat Group in this field.Using next-generation technology, the new engine implements the revolutionary Multiair system combined with special fluid dynamics

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Geneva Debut: Fiat Punto Evo and 500C Abarth models

Abarth at the 80th International Motor Show in GenevaAbarth is presenting a number of important new products at Geneva in response to intense public interest, and to confirm the Fiat Group's investment in Abarth. In particular, at this year's Geneva show, the house of the scorpion will be presenting the Abarth Punto Evo and the Abarth 500C, the latest two performance cars based on already popular

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Hamann performance kits for the Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth esseesse

At first glance, the Fiat 500 does not really seem to fit into the HAMANN-Motorsport programme. But the company based in Laupheim is not only one of the most renowned refiners for BMW-models and exclusive luxury cars, but also popular cars - and without any question the retro scooter surely belongs into that category. Since the model has been introduced in 2007, HAMANN has offered dynamic

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Fiat Panda Hydrogen concept car

Fiat Panda Hydrogen with image 1Fiat Panda Hydrogen with image 2Fiat Panda Hydrogen double duo car with image 3Fiat Panda Hydrogen with image 4This car looks simple and minimalis design but this car is fiat pand hydrogen have modern in hydrogen because this car use concept design for hydrogen car. Fiat has unveiled the Panda Hydrogen, a concept vehicle powered by an innovative fuel cell system,

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Fiat Panda Hydrogen concept car

Fiat Panda Hydrogen with image 1Fiat Panda Hydrogen with image 2Fiat Panda Hydrogen double duo car with image 3Fiat Panda Hydrogen with image 4This car looks simple and minimalis design but this car is fiat pand hydrogen have modern in hydrogen because this car use concept design for hydrogen car. Fiat has unveiled the Panda Hydrogen, a concept vehicle powered by an innovative fuel cell system,

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Detroit 2010: Fiat 500 BEV and Fiat 500 Abarth SS are in the house

The tiny Italians are coming! That's right gentle readers, Fiat has dropped two little baby 500s off inside COBO Hall – and one of them's electric. Let's start with that one, the uninspiringly titled Fiat 500 BEV (background). The suffix stands for "Battery Electric Vehicle." Let's call it truth in advertising. The powertrain is carried over from the work Chrysler's now defunct ENVIgroup had been working on for the past couple years. We can't say too much more (hint, hint), but rumor has it that this sucker is fast. Also, no tail pipe(s).

Fast is good, however, and the Cinquecento that sets our hearts all a flutter is (obviously) the 500 Abarth SS. Or as they say in Italy, Abarth Esse Esse. That last part of the name is significant, as it indicates this particular 500 doesn't have 133 horsepower, but rather 160 hp. The beauty part? After standing next to the Abarth for a few moments it becomes uncomfortably obvious that its much smaller than the Mini. Meaning... all sorts of wonderful things.

Other than that, the Abarth SS has five-point harnesses tied into racing seats and perhaps the best badging in the industry. Scorpions are every where. Take a close look at the shot of the wheel. Not only does the center cap sport a scorpion, but the valve-stem cap does, too. It's all about sweating the small stuff. Lusting over it, too. No specific information is available on the time line/likelihood of either car ever showing up in a Chrysler dealer near you.

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Fiat 500 to launch in the U.S. with Abarth performance model

With every passing week comes another report of how Fiat and Chrysler will be sharing products. If it's not Chrysler-badged Lancias then it's Lancia-badged Chryslers or an Alfa-badged Jeep. As for the Fiat division itself, the emerging strategy appears to be to bring the 500 retro-mini over and set it up as something of a brand of its own, with sights set squarely on BMW's Mini and forgoing the rest of the Fiat line-up.

Earlier reports indicated that we'd be getting four versions of the 500 Stateside, including basic hatch, cabrio and upcoming wagon in addition to the Abarth performance model. But rather than start with the basics and work its way up, or launch the entire range simultaneously, the latest news suggests that Fiat is preparing to hit U.S. soil running by starting off with the 500 Abarth. According to WardsAuto, the Fiat 500 Abarth – complete with 133-horsepower turbocharged four, upgraded suspension and all the sporty touches that make an Abarth an Abarth – will arrive at Chrysler dealers in 2011 with an $18,000-$19,000 price tag. Fiat reportedly targets selling 20,000-25,000 units of the 500 Abarth in the first year.

By the time the 500 Abarth arrives, we'll likely be looking at an updated version with even more oomph. With the standard hatch, the open-top 500C and the upcoming Gardiniera wagon expected to follow, there's no telling if the initial model will be the only Abarth on offer, or whether Fiat will follow up with the even hotter EsseEsse version (pictured above), racing models like the Assetto Corse or R3T, an Abarth convertible or specials like the 695 Tributo Ferrari or an Opening Edition of our own.

[Source: WardsAuto.com]

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Fiat Punto Evo (new information)

Henceforth at Fiat will be own "Evo". But it is a question not of competitor Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, and about modernised hatchback Grande Punto which has been presented for the first time on a motor show in Frankfurt. And, this car henceforth loses prefix Grande in the name, but gets letters Evo. As a result restyling car is called Fiat Punto Evo.So... How "Evolution" differs from old

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Frankfurt 2009: Fiat Punto Evo

Ah, the Fiat Punto: never quite what it pretends to be. Supposedly designed to look like a Maserati in hatchback form, the existing model was called the Grande Punto when it was anything but. And now the Italian automaker has launched an updated version and dropped the Grande tag for the vaunted name Evo... for a budget hatchback. Set aside the aspirational naming scheme, though, and what you have is a strong-selling vehicle that's put Fiat back on the map.

Visually, the updated Punto Evo gets new bumpers and lights front and rear, a new grille, and a handful of modern touches. Under the hood, Fiat Powertrain Technologies has slotted in its latest MultiAir engine range (showcased in the MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde), while the interior has been extensively updated to the inclusion of a new Blue&Me infotainment system developed with Microsoft and Tom Tom.

While the new Punto Evo hardly ranks among the myriad of European hatchbacks which – Chrysler or no Chrysler – we wish would make the journey across the Atlantic, it's sure to flood the streets abroad in no time. We stopped by to have a look and snap some photos of the new model and the models adorning it at Fiat's comically childish show stand here in Frankfurt

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Frankfurt 2009: Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari

The battle has been raging since time immemorial. From Point A to Point B, which is faster: a big exotic supercar or a nimble li;' hatch? Fiat's two performance divisions, Abarth and Ferrari, ask why you can't have the best of both worlds with the new Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari.

The special-edition 500 packs a 180+hp 1.4-liter 16-valve turbo four, a retuned suspension, paddle-shift transmission, 17-inch rims, Brembo brakes and unique touches in every nook and cranny of the diminutive retro hatchback, from the Sabelt seats and Jaeger instruments to the 430 Scuderia paintjob and carbon fiber everything. It's a package that punches far above its weight, but we're waiting for our invitation to flog it around Fiorano against the new 458 Italia.

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Fiat Punto updated

Company FIAT has presented on a motor show in Frankfurt the updated model Punto. Henceforth hatchback class B is called Punto Evo. Outwardly the novelty looks is more adult and is more expensive, and with a new radiator enclosure the 5-door model even something reminds Aston Martin.On Punto Evo the new family of gasoline engines MultiAir and the second generation of turbodiesels MultiJet is

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