Ford CEO Believes that Fiat 500 Won’t Succeed in the USA

There’s been a lot of hype surrounding the U.S. launch of the Fiat 500, with many predicting a commercial success for the Italian mini even before it landed on this side of the Atlantic. However, there’s one industry executive that doesn’t believe in Fiat’s retro-penned hatchback. We’re talking about Ford CEO Alan Mulally. When asked about the market prospects of the Fiat 500 in the United States in an interview with Italian-language news magazine Panorama, Mulally said: "I do not see large market in the U.S.A. for a smaller car than the Fiesta. Those that tried failed.”
Even though Mulally did not elaborate, it is believed that his reference to “failure” was aimed at Dailmer’s Smart ForTwo which saw its U.S. sales plummet from 24,622 cars in 2008 to a mere 5,927 units last year.
The Chrysler Group recently celebrated the the production launch of the American market Fiat 500 at the Detroit firm's Toluca plant in Mexico. The starting MSRP for the Italian mini, which is offered with a 1.4-liter four-cylinder producing 101HP, is $15,550.


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Fiat Freemont Crossover

The star of Fiat's exhibition area at the Geneva Motor Show and the first Fiat-branded vehicle to come out of the partnership with the Chrysler Group is the new Freemont 7-seater crossover. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to see that the Freemont is a re-badged 2011 Dodge Journey, but if for whatever reason you weren't satisfied with the first batch of official photos, the Italians have just released a more comprehensive set that includes pictures of the interior as well.
We'll remind you that the Freemont is due to go on sale in Fiat dealerships across Europe from the second half of 2011. The Italian firm's newcomer will initially come with front-wheel drive and a Fiat-sourced 2.0-liter turbo with 140HP and 170HP, linked to a manual gearbox. By the end of the year, Fiat will also offer two four-wheel drive versions fitted with the 170HP 2.0 MultiJet diesel, and Chrysler's 276HP 3.6-liter V6 petrol unit. For more details on the Freemont,
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Fiat 500 2012

The U.S.-spec 2012 Fiat 500 equipped with the 5-speed manual gearbox has received EPA ratings of 38 mpg on the highway, 30 mpg in the city and a combined figure of 33 mpg. American buyers can also opt for a 6-speed automatic, which is rated at 34 mpg highway, 27 mpg in the city and 30 mpg combined. The 500 is produced at the Fiat Group’s Toluca plant in Mexico and it will start arriving in larger volumes this spring. The automaker plans to open a total of 130 dealerships, of which 40-50 will be in business by the end of March, while the rest should be open by the end of the year, according to Fiat North America.
At the start of sales three models will be available. The entry-level Pop costs $15,995, while the Sport and Lounge are priced at $17,995 and $19,995 respectively, with all prices including destination charge. The Sport model is expected to become the biggest seller of the lineup.



All models come equipped with power locks and windows, air conditioning, 50/50 split fold-down rear seat, speed control, heated mirrors, 7 airbags, 15-inch steel wheels and 4-year, 50,000-mile warranty.
Compared to its European counterpart, the U.S.-spec Fiat 500 was modified in order to be more appealing to American customers. The automatic transmission is one of the major additions, but the North American car is also quieter and has a more comfortable ride, while the 101HP 1.4-liter FIRE engine received the MultiAir intake system as well. Fiat claims that MultiAir improves fuel efficiency and power output by 10% over the Euro-spec engine.
Last but certainly not least on the public’s necessities list, the U.S. version also comes with larger cupholders. 

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Fiat 500 Arancia : a special series for Japan - Orange Fiat 500

Fiat announced last week a special series model 500 dedicated exclusively to Japan, called Arancia (orange in Italian). The compact is limited edition of 300 units.

Although classified as a special series, the only differential Arancia 500 for a conventional model is in color, available in the Common Catalogue.



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MODIFIKASI Fiat 500 | Versi Roadster

MODIFIKASI Fiat 500 | Versi Roadster


Italian manufacturer Fiat has confirmed to develop a new model that takes the base of the Fiat 500. But this time more sporty because the type of two-door roadster.

As reported by Auto Express, Tuesday (29/06/2010) The model will use a powerful 180 hp turbo engine is grafted from a special edition of the Ferrari engine.

Fiat tuning house, which has created a Fiat Abarth 500 Spyder, the as the reincarnation of a Ferrari sports car 695 Tributo."I want to build a separate car, something unique," said Antonino Labate, director for business operations Abarth.

The car will also use Competitizone with the automated manual gearbox Abarth was launched at 500C, will also be equipped with paddleshifters.

Package MultiAir 1.4 Fiat engine-powered 180 bhp turbo engines should be able to travel 250 km per hour and 000-100 km per hour in less than seven seconds.

Abarth will also build the same package of suspension tweaks used to create Esseesse lansiran performance of high performance version of the current 500.

While details of other modifications which will also be pinned on Fiat 500 Spyder will include Sabelt-seats, uprated sports brakes, exhaust and aerodynamic diffuser.

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