Fiat unveils two gorgeous cars for India; launches all-new Linea

Fiat Group Automobiles India Private Limited, the fully owned subsidiary of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, unveiled Fiat Avventura, (which is making its global debut in India), Abarth 500 and the New Fiat Linea at the Auto Expo on Thursday.

Talking about the showcased vehicles at the Auto Expo 2014, Nagesh Basavanhalli, President and Managing Director, FIAT Chrysler Automobiles India Operations, said, “The introduction of new products for the Indian market is in line with our long term strategy, which puts us in a strong position to penetrate the market.”

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The new Fiat Avventura concept vehicle takes shape of a contemporary urban car, really devoted for people with an active lifestyle, who live in urban areas.

The aggressive styling with tough rugged exteriors and premium interiors makes it an ideal combination of styling and functionality that is perfect for the Indian driving conditions.

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The increased ride height optimised driving position and the aggressive appearance also enhances the style and makes it a stand out production the panorama of the competing cars.

The protective skid plates, strips and mouldings, the fitted functionalised roof bars, and the spare wheel mounted externally on a special swivelling carrier with a body coloured cover, makes the side image of the Fiat Avventura a truly unique one.

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Towards the rear, the most significant addition is the exposed spare wheel (which gets a cover with ‘Avventura’ written on it).

The wheel is mounted on a swingarm mechanism hinged to the bumper. The taillights chosen for the Avventura are those of the refreshed Punto, which is not available in India just as yet.

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Inside, the insignificant additions come in the form of different textures for the seats and ‘Avventura’ badges in various places. The important addition from an Indian perspective is the revised center console (again, seen on the Punto facelift).

For the Avventura, Fiat has provided Roll and Tilt gauges located above the central AC vents. These gimmicky dials tell you at what incline the car is ascending/descending or what angle the wheels are banked at.

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FIAT has also introduced the New Linea for the Indian market.

The New Linea will come with an entirely new exterior and interior styling making it even more stylish that before, with improved interior comfort, cruise control, new audio system with USB + Aux-in & Blue Tooth compatibility, reverse parking sensors, rain sensing wipers and much more.

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FIAT group confirmed the launch of the Abarth brand in the Indian market, with the launch of Abarth 500.

The brand that stands for the ultimate in high-performance Italian cars.

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The car is loaded with an array of features like gas discharge headlights, sunroof, cross drilled brake disc, sports seats, lowered suspension with up-rated springs, 17” alloy wheels, 7 airbags, turbo boost gauge, twin exhaust outlets, ABS, EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution) and HBA (Hydraulic Brake Assistance).

It also has parking sensors, fog lights, Hifi music system and many more luxury appointments to intensify passion.

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Nagesh Basavanhalli said: “Today we showcase some of our key products from our future Fiat and Abarth portfolio for India. We are proud to present Avventura CUV (Contemporary Urban Vehicle) first to the Indian market. The second key product from the fiat brand is the New Linea, which further strengthens the existing mid-size sedan segment.”

He further added: “We are also proud to announce the launch of the Abarth brand in India - our racing-performance lineage brand and showcase the Abarth 500 - the flagship product of the Abarth brand worldwide.”

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