Abarth Punto Evo review, test drive
The wait for driving enthusiasts is over. India has finally got its first genuine hot hatch which guarantees to thrill its owners.
Published on Aug 22, 2015 06:57:00 PM
The Abarth Punto gets contrast colouring inserts in the grille along with Abarth decals on the doors and 'Scorpion' design alloy wheels to set it apart from the standard Punto Evo.
The Abarth Punto gets a stiffer suspension set-up and rides 20mm lower than the standard car.
The interior is more or less unchanged save for the Abarth badging and sportier steel pedals.
Tech Specs
| Price | Petrol |
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| Price Range Ex-showroom - Delhi | Rs 9.9 lakh (estimated) |
| Engine | Petrol |
|---|
| Fuel Type / Propulsion | Petrol |
| Engine Installation | Front, transverse |
| Hybrid type | 4-cyl, in-line, 1368cc DOHC turbo-petrol |
| Power | 143bhp at 5500 rpm |
| Torque to Weight Ratio (Nm/tonne) | 21.57kgm at 2000-4000rpm |
| Transmission | Petrol |
|---|
| Gearbox Type | Front wheel-drive |
| No of Gears | 5-speed manual |
| Body | Petrol |
|---|
| Construction | Four door hatchback, monocoque |
| Wheels | 16-inch alloy |
| Rear Tyre | 195/55 R16 |
| Suspension | Petrol |
|---|
| Front | Independent, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Rear | torsion beam, stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | Petrol |
|---|
| Front | Disc |
| Rear | Disc |
| Anti-lock | Yes |
| Dimensions | Petrol |
|---|
| Length (mm) | 3989 mm |
| Width (mm) | 1687 mm |
| Height (mm) | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2510 mm |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 155 mm |
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