FIAT India launches Linea 2012 and Punto 2012

FIAT India Automobiles showcased the next generation 2012 Linea and 2012 Punto. The company is ready to redefine performance and luxury benchmark in these segments. With its assortment of best-in-class features the

new vehicles are the epitome of Italian design and ingenuity. The FIAT Linea 1.3 ADVANCED MULTIJET DIESEL and 1.4 FIRE PETROL and the FIAT Punto 1.2 FIRE Petrol, 1.4 FIRE Petrol and 1.3 MULTIJET Diesel are loaded with innovative and exciting features and are set to delight its customers.

The car sets new standards by introducing a bouquet of features in terms of performance, safety, comfort, ride and handling and in- car infotainment. Through its path breaking innovation and upgradation the cars are a true reflection of FIAT’s commitment towards the Indian consumers. The elegant and performance oriented 2012 Linea and sporty and sturdy 2012 Punto are available in new, exciting and vibrant colour- Oceanic Blue along with the previous range of colours such as Fox Trot Azure, Tuscan Wine, Sunbeam Beige and Exotica Red.

2012 range
> Fully refreshed interiors with new interior theme colours and an all new exterior colour i.e, Oceanic Blue
> Bringing segment first features for Linea – Rain sensing wipers & auto switch on/off headlamps,(continuing the past tradition of being the first to bring innovative features to the segment e.g., Blue & Me and MY Car)
> More features & equipment across the range with much higher value to the customer at every price point
> Significant Quality improvements on key attributes like ground clearance, air conditioning and NVH for diesel versions

FIAT LINEA 2012
The FIAT Linea 2012 has been introduced with a host of all-new exciting features which are certain to delight customers. The excitement is expected to increase as it patrons are set to experience a complete new variety of equipments with an integrated audio system from base version, Auto AC, ABS with EBD, alloy wheels, airbags and ‘Blue and Me’ infotainment starting from the mid version onwards. It also has an improved segment best ground clearance of 185 mm with a powerful and improved AC. The new Linea luxury diesel version provides nothing less than leather seats with chrome interiors and 16” alloy wheels. The new segment features include rain sensors and auto switch on/off head lamps. Giving Linea a premium touch with its refreshing interiors is the new light beige theme, comprising of fabric seats and floor carpet, dashboard and door trims. The improved fuel efficiency for the Linea 1.3 ADVANCED MULTIJET DIESEL is 20.4 and for 1.4 FIRE PETROL is 14.6. 

 FIAT Punto 2012
Power and style truly personify FIAT Punto 2012 that is now available with an enhanced ground clearance (Punto 1.2-95 mm and Punto 1.4 and 1.3-185 mm). The base variant features comprise of an integrated audio system and central locking along with front power windows making it the only premium hatchback with such rich content in the entry version. The introduction of new bright grey interiors, fabric seats, carpeted flooring and door trims is sure to leave its customers astonished. A dual tone dashboard now adorns the entire range. The improved fuel efficiency for the Punto 1.2 FIRE Petrol is 15.2, for 1.4 FIRE Petrol is 14.6 and for 1.3 MULTIJET Diesel it is 20.3.

The good news continues even with the pricing, with the cars being available in different variants at a special introductory period price.

Price range (Ex-showroom Delhi)

Variant	Norms	Fuel Type	Engine CC	ESP - Delhi
Punto Active	BSIV	Petrol	1.2	Rs. 4.81 lakh
Punto Dynamic	BSIV	Petrol	1.2	Rs. 5.04 lakh
Punto Emotion	BSIV	Petrol	1.4	Rs. 6.54 lakh
Punto Active	BSIV	Diesel	1.3	Rs. 5.48 lakh
Punto Dynamic	BSIV	Diesel	1.3	Rs. 6.11 lakh
Punto Emotion	BSIV	Diesel	1.3	Rs. 6.71 lakh
Linea Active	BSIV	Petrol	1.4	Rs. 6.83 lakh
Linea Dynamic	BSIV	Petrol	1.4	Rs. 7.80 lakh
Linea Active	BSIV	Diesel	1.3	Rs. 7.83 lakh
Linea Dynamic	BSIV	Diesel	1.3	Rs. 8.83 lakh
Linea Emotion	BSIV	Diesel	1.3	Rs. 9.18 lakh

Speaking on the launch of 2012 Linea and Punto, Rajeev Kapoor, President & CEO, FIAT India Automobiles Ltd. said, “At FIAT it is our constant endeavor to provide customers with newer and better cars with timely upgradation in comfort and technology. Since customer satisfaction is of utmost importance, we continuously look at ways to provide better value through our cars. With the launch of 2012 Linea and Punto this year our customer can enjoy an experience which is delightful and uniquely FIAT."

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