Review of Fiat Linea

Fiat Linea is a small family car manufactured by Italian automakers and it is a famous car in Eastern Europe, Middle East and Latin America. In January 2009 the car was launched in India although it was scheduled to be launched in the country in November 2008 but the launch delayed because of the Mumbai Terror Attacks.

Engine and Power

Fiat Lines has been launched with three engines1 .4L FIRE, 1.4L 16 V T- Jet and 1.3L 16v Multijet. The maximum power delivered by the vehicle is 78 PS @ 6000 rpm and highest torque is 115 Nm @ 3000 rpm. The car goes from 0 to 100 km / h in just 14.6 seconds and the maximum speed is 220 km / hour.

Looks and Design

The company launched it as a replacement for Marea. Fiat Linea sedan has been launched in color types Tecno Grey, Jazz Blue, Flamenco Red, Fox-Trot Azure, Minimal Grey, Lullaby Blue, Rockabilly Black, Ambient White, Breakdance Green and Indie Ivory. The car is designed by Fiat Style Centre and it is based on Fiat Grande Punto platform. The car has a size to accommodate a family (5 -seats) and it can be compared to saloon cars such as Opel Astra or Renault Mégane. Fiat Linea has a wheelbase of 2,603 mm that is longer than other Fiat models .Its length is 4,560 mm.

Fiat Linea is a perfect stylish car that has a powerful engine and is comfortable to drive on city roads. Some latest technologies like the Blue & Me hands-free system, Mobile system with voice, speech recognition, read SMS aloud and audio controls are integrated to the car and you can even listen to music from a Pen drive in Mp3 or WMA formats that you can connect to the USB port.

Drive and comfort

Fiat Linea is easy to drive and handle. Advanced suspension system has been integrated to Fiat Linea that has an improved shock absorber and it absorbs jerks of the uneven roads. It is comfortable to drive a Fiat Linea because of the steering wheel and the safety features.

The advanced safety features include ABS system (Antilock Braking System) and the EBD system (Electronic Brake force Distribution), roof air bags, driver’s air bags, seat belts and FPS (Fire Protection System) system.

Some of the attractive features are projector like headlights, clear bodylines, muscular grille, clear lens fog lamps and a clear tail lamp. Five passengers can be comfortably seated in the car and interiors of the car are impressive like the exteriors. The interior room is comfortably designed and high class material has been used to design the interiors. The instrument cluster is a well organized segment with a clear dashboard and headrests are present on the rear seats to make it comfortable.

Features of Fiat Linea

• Engine: 1.4L Petrol/1.3, 1.4L Diesel, 4 –cylinders, 5 –speed manual transmission
• Displacement 1368 cc
• Maximum Power: 77 PS @ 6000 rpm
• Maximum Torque: 115 Nm @ 3000 rpm
• Wheelbase: 2603 mm
• Ground Clearance: 160 mm
• Fuel Capacity: 45 litres
• Length: 4560 mm, Width: 1730 mm, Height: 1494 mm
• Min. Turning Radius = 5.4m
• Kerb Weight: 1185 kg
• Suspension: Front McPherson independent suspension: Rear Half torsion beam trailing arm axle with rotator
• Brakes: Front Ventilated Disc, Rear Drum Brake
• Steering Type: Rack and Pinion, power assisted
• Tyre: 185/65 R 15

Pros and Cons of Fiat Linea

Pros:

• Fuel Efficiency is high.
• Linea has great looks, music system, digital display and attractive interiors.
• Steering control is good.
• Suspension is improved technologically that makes the vehicle move easily on rugged roads.
• Low speed drive is comfortable
• Fuel efficiency is high

Cons:

Rear seats are not very comfortable (for above 6 ft.)
Cost is high as compared to other models in market.

Cost of Fiat Linea

The car Fiat Linea has been launched in India in the price range of Rs.7 to Rs 8 Lakhs.