Fiat Launching New Sedan Model Viaggio in India

Italian auto maker Fiat is planning to launch their famous sedan Viaggio in India. Fiat sets their plans to launch the vehicle on Indian roads in the beginning of 2014. Now there are two models available in  Fiat’s fleet in India are the Linea and Grande Punto. With a competing price tag of Rs. 8 to 15 lakh Viaggio is expected to mark a challenge against Toyota Corolla Altis and Chevrolet Cruz.

Specification Set of Fiat Viaggio: The Indian class of Fiat Viaggio will bear a 4 cylinder 1.4 litre Turbocharged T Jet engine which will output 1368 CC of power. This engine consists of 16valve powertrain which delivers 120 bhp and a maximum torque of 206 Nm. There are also chances for getting another variant of more  powerful engines like 1.6 litre or 1.8 litre in India, but Fiat has not finalized about it. It will be associated with a six speed double clutch quick drying transmission unit. The main attraction of T jet powertrain is it is designed specially to avoid loss of power during gear shifting and the result will be a powerful car which is easy to handle in all terrains. The front system of Fiat Viaggio is fully enabled with McPherson and is independent also and the rear beam torsion is semi independent and both these systems are combined together to deliver smooth driving experience. Fiat claims that the car will give an average mileage of 12 to 14 KM/L in city riding and 14 KM/L if it is on the highway.

Exterior Style: The Fiat Viaggio is a five seator luxury sedan model. The front grill is decorated with chrome plated bars which gives a powerful appeal on the first look. Fog lamps are located near to the bright headlamps. Its dimensions comes to 4679 mm length, 1850 mm in width and 2708 mm of wheelbase. There are two bright LED turning indicators fitted with the side view mirrors. One can find the traditional Italian design on the central bulge in the bonnet of the vehicle. Fiat provided Viaggio with 16 inch aluminium fashion wheel with 10 spokes. It gives the entire vehicle unit a sporty look. Tail lamps are also a part of an innovative design.

Interior Design: Fiat Viaggio is a spacious, stylish and comfortable family car. The dashboard and console were designed in floating island border type style which gives elegant look for the inside of the car. Seats are covered with high quality Napa leather and the power steering wheel is also enclosed with a leather trim. The instrument panel gives a complete list of information about the state of the vehicle to the driver and there is also a 3.5 inch wide electronic display is fixed. Inorder to look after the safety side of the passengers in long drive Fiat Viaggio is provided with 6 airbags and Antilock Braking System (ABS) with electronic brake distribution. The engine immobilizer and electronic stability program also increases the stability of the vehicle and helps the rider to control the vehicle easier.