Fiat Linea

Fiat Linea is the perfect combination of dynamic styling and powerful performance. The mid-size sedan is much talked about in the international automobile industry and promises to stand up to the expectations of buyers in India. Based on Fiat's Grande Punto, Linea is an outstanding example of Italian design. It offers the customers a unique blend of luxury and comfort, with arresting looks and a powerful engine.

Engine
Fiat Linea comes with three engine options - 1.4L FIRE and 1.4L 16 V T-Jet and 1.3L 16v Multijet. The engine delivers a maximum power of 78 PS @ 6000 rpm, with peak torque of 115 Nm @ 3000 rpm. The car promises to deliver a good mileage and top speed of 220 km/hour. Linea accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 14.6 seconds flat.

Design And Comfort
The elegant design of Fiat Linea is a definite crowd puller. The design team of 'Fiat Style' center has carved out this sedan to suit the specific needs of Indian buyers. The car sports smooth flowing bodylines. Its fascia is adorned by large projector type headlights, muscular front grille and clear lens fog lamps. The rear side of Linea is dominated by a simple, yet attractive boot and sparkling tail lamps. The five-seater luxury sedan offers high level of comfort to its occupants.

Interiors
The interiors of Fiat Linea are as attractive as its exteriors. The cabin of the sedan is roomy, which offers its driver and passengers a comfortable environment. Top quality materials are used in its finely-toned interiors. A trendy instrument cluster is neatly integrated on the well-organized dashboard. Rear seats have headrests, for added comfort of its occupants.

Ride And Handling
Fiat Linea comes with one of the most advanced suspension systems in its class. The sedan promises to offer superior handling and drive easiness. The shock absorbers assure enhanced travel comfort, by absorbing impact from the unevenness of bumpy Indian roads. It is fun to drive Linea, mainly because the steering wheel is very responsive.

Safety
Fiat Linea is fully loaded with active and passive safety features. The active features, providing safety to the occupants, include Antilock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD). Adding to the protection of passengers are the passive safety features of Linea, such as side and roof air bags, air bags for the driver and co-driver, front racked seat belts and Fire Protection System (FPS).

Variants, Price And Color
Fiat Linea is available in three variants - 1.4 L 8v, 1.4L 16v T-Jet and 1.3 Multijet 16v. The dazzling color options for the sedan are Cool Jazz Blue, Tecno Grey, Flamenco Red, Lullaby Blue, Fox-Trot Azure, Minimal Grey, Rockabilly Black, Breakdance Green, Ambient White and Indie Ivory. The car is priced between Rs.7 and Rs 8 Lakhs

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