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DESIGN & STYLE

Designed by the Fiat Style Center, the new car’s originality is summed up by elegant, distinctive styling, with aggravatingly smooth, simple, uncluttered lines that give the car a dynamic, harmonious look.

In line with the dictates of the new standards, the grille marks the dividing line between the bonnet and the front bumpers, and the latter taper off gradually until they meet the wheel arches. A ridge starts from the fog lights, which link up to the sides, and incorporates them, linking up again at the center with the lower air intake.

And finally, a rib between the headlight and the fog light makes the bumper look lighter and creates the same graphical motif. The sleek, faired headlights which extend towards the sides of the car suggest dynamism and a strong Italian imprint.

Proposed with a single body type, the car conveys an impression of solidity, robustness and roominess, which is confirmed by the generous dimensions.On the side the styling is cut through by a ‘slash’ which starts from the middle of the wheel arch and dissolves into the rear, emphasizing the car’s dynamic look.

The emphatic, robust, muscular wheel arches give the Fiat Linea a feeling of strength and solidity. And the same reassuring impression is conveyed by the rear end, with its elegant uncluttered line.

Interiors

The lines that run inside the passenger compartment are harmonious and well balanced with the external lines, which combine with the generous glazing to create a friendly, light-filled environment that guarantees excellent interior roominess, and more comfort than you might expect from a conventional 3-box saloon in terms of ergonomics and space for the driver and passengers.

Driving is made particularly enjoyable by the position of the pedals, the steering wheel alignment, the position of the armrest and footrest, the excellent manoeuvring of the gearshift and the perfect visibility of the instrumentation and the main controls.

The instrument panel designed by Magneti Marelli has a clear family feeling with the latest Fiat models, with large, clearly visible characters, while the graphics of the instrumentation make the information easily and immediately legible.

At night, the orange illumination allows the pupil to focus more rapidly when alternating between the dark of the road outside and the luminosity of the dashboard. The rear seat is homologated for three passengers, and comes with a fixed or 40/60 split squab depending on the version. The rear seats are also fitted with Isofix attachments for child seats, and head-restraints are standard equipment on the side seats.

FIAT & Microsoft’s ‘BLUE&ME’ SYSTEM

The top model of Linea will also be equipped with the innovative ‘Blue&Me’ system, based on the Windows Mobile technology, developed by Fiat Group Automobiles and Microsoft, which changes the communication, information and entertainment standards in the car, improving comfort and the quality of life on board.

The device is easy to use and Bluetooth technology allows you to make and receive telephone calls and listen to music simply and safely as you drive, communicating with the outside world from the car via your personal devices such as cell phones and PDAs.

After pairing your Bluetooth mobile phone with the system, which you only need to do once, and by downloading your phone’s phonebook, you can make and receive phone calls simply by speaking: all the commands can be given without taking your hands off the wheel or your eyes off the road.

The Blue&Me device is built into the car and the control keys are on the steering wheel, so that you can search for a number in the phonebook by scrolling through the display on the instrument panel, or ‘mute’ the communication for a more confidential conversation.

With Blue&Me you can also listen to all your favourite music in the car, in MP3/WMA/WAV digital format. All you have to do is connect your Media Player to the USB port in a handy position in the centre of the dashboard: a USB pen-drive, an MP3-player or a smart phone, or even an I-pod.

When you connect the device to the USB port, the words ‘Media Player’ immediately appear on the radio display, indicating the music source you are listening to.

SAFETY

In addition to its excellent braking system, the Fiat Linea is also equipped with one of the most advanced ABS anti-lock braking systems on the market, complete with EBD electronic brake force distribution.

The latter distributes the braking force over the four wheels to prevent them from locking, guaranteeing complete control of the car in all conditions. The sturdiest components in the engine bay are positioned at a suitable distance from the bonnet, to allow the ‘skin’ of the bonnet to absorb the energy deriving from impact with a pedestrian’s head better.

Then the new chassis, which was designed to absorb any impact very effectively. And finally, the contribution made to occupant protection by the bodywork, the bonnet, doors and facia crossbeam.

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:   Linea
Model:  Diesel Emotion
Car Body Type:  Sedan
Segment:  C+ Segment
Top Speed: 168
Fuel Consumption:Highway 18.00 kmpl.
Fuel Consumption: City  14.00 kmpl.
Warranty:  N/A
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:  1248cc, Multijet, 4 cylinders
Engine Type:  Diesel
Maximum Power:  85 Bhp @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque:  203 Nm @ 2500 rpm
DIMENSIONS
Length:  4560 mm
Width:  1730 mm
Height:  1487 mm
Headroom:
930.00 cm
Rear Leg Room:  860 cm
Rear Seat Width:  1340.00 cm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Seating Capacity:  5
Tyre Size:  195/60 R15
Suspension:   Double acting Telescopic Dampers & Stabilizer Bar
Turning Circle:
5.55 mtrs.
Boot Space:
500.00 ltrs.
Steering:   Power
Brakes:  Front Disk, Rear Drum
Gears: 5 Manual
Ground Clearance:   161.00 mm
Kerb Weight: 1291.00 kgs.
Fuel Tank: 45.00
Body Color Bumpers: Y
Tachometer: Y
Alloys: N
ORVM Indicator: N
Xenon Headlamps:  N
Trip Meter:  2
Headlamp Washer: N

COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
AC: AC with Climate Control
Power Windows: Y
Central Locking:  Remote
Remote Boot: Y
Remote Fuel Filler: Y
Rear Wiper: N
Rear Defogger: Y
Rear Armrest:    With Cup Holder

Steering Adjustment (Rake/Reach): True/False
Driver Seat Adjustment: Manual
Music System: CD Player with 4 speakers
Leather Seats: N
Door Mirror: Both Side Electric
Tinted Glass: Y
Rear AC Vent: N
Folding Rear Seats: N
Sun Roof: N
Buttons/Controls on Steering: N
Auto Viper: N
Auto Headlamp: N
ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Airbag: N
Parking Sensors: N
Fog Lamp: Y
Traction Control: N
EBD: Y
ABS: Y
ESP:  N
Rear Seat Belts:  3

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ENGINES & VARIANTS

Linea is available in two engine options:

* 1.4 Litre 95Bhp Twin Cam Petrol
* 1.3 Litre 90Bhp Multijet Diesel

Both are available in 5 variants each: Active, Dynamic, Dynamic Pack, Emotion & Emotion Pack. The fully loaded Emotion Pack comes with Airbags, ABS, EBD, Fog lights, Alloys, Rear AC vents, Parking Sensors & Fiat’s Blue&Me System.

Fiat Linea Variants & Prices

Linea Petrol:

Active – Rs. 619000.00
Dynamic – Rs. 651000.00
Dynamic Pack – Rs. 680000.00
Emotion – Rs. 692000.00
Emotion Pack – Rs. 722000.00

Linea Diesel:

Active – Rs. 712000.00
Dynamic – Rs. 743000.00
Dynamic Pack – Rs. 772000.00
Emotion – Rs .782000.00
Emotion Pack – Rs. 836000.00.

It is available in 4 colours – Minimal Grey, Flamenco Red, Perla Champagne & Hip Hop Black.
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