Fiat Punto is a car that is probably known to everyone. Yes, this is exactly so, because the history of this hatchback begins in 1993 and continues to this day, and it is not without reason ... In 2011, at the Frankfurt Motor Show, FIAT demonstrated the updated Punto 2012 model year. What kind of car is this? It's time to find out!
The Fiat Punto is a classic golf-class hatchback that is available in three or five door versions. Regardless of the number of doors, the hatchback is very beautiful and stylish. Its exterior is elegant and sophisticated, while emphasizing the sporty and mischievous character of the Punto. In any version, the car looks cool and attractive and will draw the attention of lovers of bright appearance, if it is also emphasized by an original and striking color. Yes, and the three- and five-door Punto looks harmonious, and the sloping lines of the body and roof give the car dynamism.
Despite the difference in the number of doors, the three- and five-door hatchbacks have identical dimensions: the length is 4065 mm, the width is 1687 mm, and the height is 1490 mm.
The interiors of Fiat Punto 3D and Punto 5D are exactly the same, but they differ only in the rear, and even then only slightly. In general, the salon is made in a pleasant and modern design, the architecture is calm, and flowing lines prevail in it. The dashboard is embodied in a sporty style, in the form of two wells, between which there is a monochrome screen of the on-board computer and indicators of fuel and engine temperature. The dashboard looks very cool, and the pleasant orange lighting makes the perception clear and delicate, even at night. It is hidden behind a multifunctional steering wheel, which fits comfortably in your hands and has music control buttons on it.
The center console of Fiat Punto is made in the style recognizable for the cars of this company, and contains everything that is needed. In general, it is divided into three sections: at the very top there are air conditioner deflectors, a little lower - a standard audio system, and even lower - climate control. The interior design is aesthetically pleasing, stylish and thoughtful. All controls are in their places, it is convenient to use everything, thanks to this, development inside the hatchback is very quick.
Inside Fiat Punto 2012 model year - the car is spacious and comfortable for both driver and passengers. And the only difference between the versions is that the three-door has more inconvenient access to the rear sofa. But this can be considered the only significant difference, since the cars are identical in terms of space. The front seats have pretty good lateral support, which holds perfectly even in tight turns. The rear sofa can comfortably accommodate three adult passengers, although only two will be really comfortable. Together with the driver and riders, Fiat Punto can take a load of 270 liters, and if we exclude passengers from the back sofa, then in general 1030 liters of luggage.
In terms of technical characteristics, the five-door Punto is a simple golf-class hatchback, with motors traditional in terms of the amount of power for the class. There are two of them, both petrol and 1.4-liter. The weaker one has 77 horsepower at its disposal, and it can be equipped with either a mechanical 5-mortar or 5-speed robotic transmissions. A hatchback with such a “heart” cannot boast of outstanding performance indicators: a hundred is typed in as much as 13.2 seconds, and a top speed of 165 km / h, regardless of the gearbox. The second power unit is noticeably more powerful - its output is 105 “horses”, due to which the dynamics are noticeably better. Thus, Fiat Punto 5D overcomes the 100 km / h milestone in 10.8 seconds, and can reach a maximum of 185 km / h.
If you want something hotter, then in this case there is a three-door Fiat Punto. These cars are available with only one, but the most powerful engine. With a similar volume of 1.4 liters, its power is increased to 135 horsepower, thanks to which excellent dynamics is achieved: 8.5 seconds to one hundred and 205 km / h maximum. Yes, these are already quite good indicators!
Fiat Punto 5D is offered in three different trim levels: Easy, Lounge and Racing. The minimum asking price for a hatchback is 555 thousand rubles (for a 77-horsepower car with “mechanics”). Easy, but already with a robotic transmission will cost 30 thousand rubles more. The Lounge version already costs 625 thousand and is offered with the same 77 horsepower engine and a robot.
A special version of Fiat Punto Racing is available for a price of 665 thousand rubles, but with a 155-horsepower engine and a manual transmission.
But if there is a desire, then you can increase the price tag of each of the configurations: for example, for a leather interior you will have to pay 40 thousand rubles for the Lounge, and for climate control - 15 thousand rubles.
In order to become the proud owner of Fiat Punto 3D, you need to fork out for 685 thousand rubles, for which you get such systems as ABS, ESP, airbags for front passengers, air conditioning, good music and other amenities, but for a leather interior, and climate control will cost an additional fee, similar to the Lounge version in the five-door version.
