Fiat Launches Abarth Punto and Abarth Avventura at Rs. 9.95 lakh Each

Fiat is serious about its performance-oriented cars. After launching the Abarth 595 Competizione in India two months ago, the company is back with two more models – the premium hatchback Abarth Punto and the crossover Abarth Avventura – in India at a starting price of Rs. 9.95 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

The Abarth Punto is a powerful version of the Punto Evo and is designed for the racing addict in you. The car comes with 1.4-litre T-JET turbocharged petrol engine that produces 145bhp power at 6,000rpm and 200Nm torque at 1,750rpm. The Abarth Punto can jump from 0-100 km/h in 8.8 seconds. According to the automaker, the Abarth Punto is the fastest hatchback in its segment and also manages to offer a mileage of 16.3 km/l.

The design of the Abarth Punto is extremely stylish and comes in two colours – Hip Hop Black and Pearl White. The car comes with Hydraulic Power Steering for greater control at turns and while driving. It also features a 16-inch scorpion sting shaped alloy wheels, which adds to the overall attractiveness of the car.

Fiat Abarth Avventura

The Abarth Avventura also comes with the same engine and is also expected to sport a similar interior and exterior design. It will come in two colours – Pearl White and Exotica Red. The Avventura can go from 0-100 km/h in 9.9 seconds and gives a mileage of about 17.1 km/l. Bookings for the Abarth Punto have commenced with a downpayment of Rs. 50,000. No word yet on when bookings for the Avventura will begin.