Fiat
Automóveis presents the new Brazilian-built Fiat Uno
which comes with all attributes that will make it a new
success story, and, in addition to the new concept and
bold lines, it enables an unprecedented level of
customisation for the Brazilian market. A new icon in
the segment. With countless options from the factory and
the dealer, the client can customise the car at his/her
taste, with optional items and accessories, turning the
new Uno into an extension of his/her own individuality.
However,
behind the innovative look there is also a well-defined
machine. It marks the premiere of two new engines - Fire
1.0 Evo and Fire 1.4 Evo, both Flex fuel – that
incorporate modern technologies to ensure great
performance with fuel saving and low level of emissions.
To
formulate the concept of the new model and achieve its
surprising shapes, the designers from the Fiat Style
Center for Latin America and from the Fiat Style Center
in Italy did not try to guess what the consumer wanted.
On the contrary – first they talked to the client and
only then they started creating the car. Open
communication was adopted throughout the development,
until the product clinics with the actual-size internal
and external style models. This way, there was no room
for error.
An important data collected throughout research was how
the Brazilian consumer sees the Fiat Uno: an icon, a
parameter of longevity, a robust, reliable, economical
car – both on the purchase and on the maintenance and
fuel consumption. A tale of success with square lines,
removed from the sharp, rounded lines of most models
currently in the market. Several concepts were proposed
in this universe. The winner was “New Square – square
and resistant like no other”. In other words, a new
reading of the square. An evolution. The new Uno.
For this
reason, it gets the same name as the famous hatchback,
but it will not be available to the market to replace
it: Uno Mille continues as a landmark – after all, it
was the model that opened the segment of 1.0 engine cars
in Brazil, in 1990 – and as an option with exceptional
cost/benefit ratio.
On the best Uno tradition, the new hatchback has compact
lines that encompass a cozy, well-lit cabin, with
optimum space for all passengers and offering
convenience items such as power steering, air
conditioning and radio with CD / MP3 player with
Bluetooth, hands-free and USB connection, as well as
important safety equipment, such as airbags and ABS
brakes.
The new
Fiat Uno also brings an unprecedented concept for its
segment: the heated windshield, with the defogging
function. This item, when activated, takes up to three
minutes to completely defog the windshield. After this
time elapses, the function is automatically deactivated.
The new
Fiat Uno will be available in four finish versions, all
with four doors – two with 1.0 engine and two with 1.4
engine – and keeps the name of one of the most
successful versions of the hatchback: the Way model. In
all of them, the consumer can be sure that he/she will
find a modern, bold car with excellent engines and lots
of personality. They are: Uno Vivace 1.0 Flex, Uno Way
1.0 Flex, Uno Attractive 1.4 Flex, and Uno Way 1.4 Flex.
DESIGN
The evolution of square
One of
the great reasons of pride for the Fiat Style Center for
Latin America is the entire process for creation of the
new Fiat Uno, but this would mean little if the end
product was not special. And the new Fiat Uno is
special. From the beginning of the creation process,
designers worked side by side with a research studio,
asking questions, presenting proposals and obtaining
feedback.
The rationale: by listening to the client, it would be
possible to screen and refine his/her suggestions in
order to create exactly the car of his/her dreams. What
the designers found out was that the first Fiat Uno, the
icon, should be the starting point for an entirely new
car. The Fiat Style Center started drafting the new car,
and the research determined if it was exactly what the
client wanted. The answers pointed out the path to be
followed.
The
result: an absolutely original concept, humorously named
“Round Square,” which guided the entire development of
the new car. And what is exactly a round square? Going
from the icon Uno and its square shapes, the designers
created the “New Square”: pop and modern, the evolution.
To give it a shape, they used premises from Industrial
Design (industrial drawing) – instead of the traditional
principles of Automotive Design, with its curvier,
sportive lines – to create the round lines of the new
model.
Adopting
the square as a reference, a car with geometrical,
balanced shapes was conceived. The squares with curves
take back to Fiat Uno, but, at the same time, represent
a contemporary concept and a trend from now on. Past,
present and future fuse with boldness and bring the new.
Externally
Round
squares are noticed, first, on the surprising front of
the new Fiat Uno: the Fiat designers positioned three
purely aesthetic elements between the left headlight and
the company logo, which capture the eye and entice the
curiosity to explore beyond. Only then it is noticed
that the motif is reproduced in all external elements on
the new Fiat Uno, being expressed in countless ways, and
it is also noticed that no line is random: all shapes
are studied, meticulously constructed to contrast with
the round surfaces. The fruit of the designers’ skill
and inspiration is an innovative car that transmits
dynamism, solidity, youth and modernity without losing
the playful aspect.
On the
front, for example, the large and encircling bumper has
a square divided by a horizontal bar, where the license
plate and two air inlets are positioned. Its rounded
corners play geometrically with the lateral squares that
embed the fog lights, and also lead the eyes to the
headlights, comprised of two overlapped squares with
round corners. The front hood cut is sinuous and gains
strength with an increase of volume that ends on the
lower part of the windshield. The lateral cut is very
near the front wheel housings, like on the first Uno.
They form different volumes defined by grooves, giving
the car a robust, differentiated aspect. Its upper
surfaces meet with the voluminous waistline, reinforcing
this aspect. On the side, in addition to the “square”
wheel housings, there is an aesthetic rectangular
groove, with rounded corners, which, along with the new
handles, characterize the lines of the new Uno. The
curves on the roof and the rear window harmonize with
the straight line of the lower edge of the windows and
the waistline, parallel to it – traces that give
horizontality and a sense of solidity.
The large
rear lights positioned on the rear pillar invade the
side, offering maximum visibility in any situation. They
also balance the design of the rear and make the pillars
aesthetically lighter. They also have curves similar to
the ones in the rear windows, a geometrical play of
contours that makes the look of the new Fiat Uno even
more innovative and interesting. On the internal side,
the lights surround the wide rear windshield with
simpler and straighter volumes. The rear door has a
curved surface, and the encircling bumper meets the
wheel housings, always with well-defined curves and
straight lines that, by playing with the squares, set
the tone to this car.
Internally
Also
playing with geometry, the inside of the new Fiat Uno
contrasts with the exterior by exploring round shapes.
Cozy, friendly, light and youthful, they invite people
to stay inside the car. Once more, everything happened
for a reason. Contours, reliefs, colors, textures,
graphs, finish, everything was conceived and planned in
detail both from the style and from the ergonomics and
comfort points of view. Thus, the cabin is spacious,
well-lit, comfortable, functional and very well finished
– it is completely lined, with no apparent plates, and
is definitely in full harmony with the spirit of the new
model.
One of
the highlights in the cabin is the panel. The front part
has the insert molding technology, a film stamped and
injected along with the plastic component – it is a
serial item on the versions Attractive and Way, and an
optional item on Vivace. This resource enables the
creation of different, colorful and decorative graphic
elements, and also allows the owner of a new Fiat Uno to
personalize it with one of the many drawings offered as
accessories by the manufacturer. The standards and
textures in other parts of the panel also innovate.
Looking closely, it is possible to see infinite small
squares – with rounded corners, obviously—throughout the
surface. With a pleasant touch and easy to look at, they
offer even more quality to the finish of the new Fiat
Uno.
The
instrument panel repeats the circular theme, including
its display. It is lit by white LEDs, and is clear to
read, making the driver’s life easier. The Vivace
version also has the Econometer (economy gauge), the
same indicator of instant consumption that equips the
Uno Mille Economy and the Palio Fire Economy models.
The seat
lining was also object of long studies. Instead of being
content with the usual, the designers researched new
technologies and products to achieve a result consistent
with both the style and quality of the new Fiat Uno.
Thus, each version has its own fabric – it can be woven,
mesh, velvet or a combination of technologies – all of
them developed by different suppliers exactly the way
designers wanted to. The lining is also repeated on door
side panels. The attention to details obviously included
the fabric patterns.
Habitability
An interior as well defined as the exterior
Ergonomics, comfort, visibility and practicality are
some of the crucial points for making the experience of
driving a car truly pleasant, especially because the
car’s nature has changed: it went from a simple method
of transport to a place where it is often possible to
spend hours in a row, almost an extension of your home.
And no one wants to stay for long in an uncomfortable,
unpleasant place. These premises were taken seriously by
the designers and engineers of the new Fiat Uno. A
database with current estimates on the population’s
height has served as a basis for the entire development
of the new model’s cabin. From the internal space to the
arrangement of different components – such as position
of pedals; alignment of pedal board, steering wheel and
seat; visibility of instruments and driver commands;
design of seats and functionality of the gear handle.
The product clinics have already confirmed that the new
Fiat Uno offers a high level of comfort.
But
that’s not all. Every person who gets into the new Fiat
Uno must take a positive experience from it, and that is
why Fiat Automobile made an extra effort to create a
cozy, well-lit, comfortable and functional cabin for
driver and passengers, making it the ideal vehicle for
the day-to-day life. The driver, of course, got special
attention. For him/her, driving the new hatchback must
be good in the most different aspects: from activating a
lever to the seat adjustment mechanism, everything must
work out fine. Therefore, a pleasant ambience that does
not make him/her lose focus was created, where all
commands are easy to reach and the instruments are easy
to read. The driver’s seat, for example, was designed to
accommodate a broad range of statures, giving the driver
optimum leg space, even for taller people. For this
purpose, the new Uno counts with a rail for longitudinal
adjustment around 30 mm longer if compared with the
other models of its category. To obtain this space, all
you have to do is remove a mechanical lock on the rail.
The front
seats have foams and covers with ergonomic conformation
– the sides stand out a little, reminding of sports
seats, and help support the body – and integrated
headrest. The seat height adjustment, with a travel of
40 mm, is actuated by a lever. The back seat has a
locking system that enables to adjust the inclination
angle in two positions. On the narrower angle (18°), the
luggage compartment gains 10 liters of volume, and
approximately 30 mm on the longitudinal distance. The
seat can also be fully reclined to increase the load
capacity.
One of
the strengths of the new Fiat Uno is its object holders.
There are several of them, positioned in strategic
locations, aiming to facilitate cabin organisation.
Depending on the version, there are 11 to 14 of them,
arranged on the panel, the central console and even on
the internal lid of the luggage compartment, among other
points. In all versions, the glove compartment has a lid
– this was a request from clients still in the product
clinics. The central console on the versions 1.0 has two
object holders; on the versions 1.4, it is longer and
has three object holders – which is an optional item on
the versions 1.0. Object holder pockets on the front
door panels are a serial item in all versions. The
versions 1.4 also have a sunglass holder above the
driver’s door. Another important item is the ceiling
console – an excellent inclusion in a model on this
segment, a serial item on the versions 1.4 and optional
item on the versions 1.0 – that incorporates a mirror to
watch the backseat, to monitor children on them.
With a
highly interesting internal space for a compact car,
which influences the well-being and freedom of movement,
the new Fiat Uno brings a habitability rate (value that
determines the volume of comfort for the vehicle
passengers) of 2,219 liters, the best in its category.
The model also ensures good luggage compartment volume,
with 280 liters, and may reach 290 liters, depending on
the backseat position.
Along
with ergonomics, the technology on the new Fiat Uno
expands comfort even further. Equipment such as power
steering, air conditioning, radio with CD / MP3 player,
with or without Bluetooth, hands-free and USB port,
electric locks and front power windows, internal command
to open the luggage compartment and the fuel tank lid,
steering wheel with height adjustment, among many other
items, are offered to the new hatchback.
CUSTOMISATION
A car similar to its owner
How about
choosing stylistic details that match the car with its
owner? Manifesting your own identity and individuality
through the car’s look? In the case of the new Fiat Uno,
the days when the only choices the buyer had were the
color of the body and, sometimes, of the internal lining
are long gone. Fiat’s new model opens an array of
options that allow a personalization level never seen
before in the Brazilian market – and with the Fiat
guarantee. With new Fiat Uno’s concept of being truly
unique, the client has the possibility to customise the
car both in the factory and with accessories made
available on Fiat dealers. The owner of a new Uno can
choose from a wide range of stickers, badges and
appliqués. They can be applied to different parts of the
car: doors, rear pillar, roof, bumpers, fenders,
external rearview mirrors, handles, gear lever knob,
parking brake, and panel frames.
As a
factory optional item, the new Fiat Uno offers six
customisation kits with different themes for each
versions. These are:
Kits
Square and Smile for the Vivace version. The first one
brings external embellishments such as stickers on the
sides and also on the lid of the boot, badge stickers to
be applied to the rear column and grey aesthetic rings
on the front grille. The Smile kit, which is aimed at
the inside of the car, offers a central frame for the
instrument panel, in shiny black, as well as a coating
in an exclusive material for the seats and door panels,
as well as carpeting in carpet material and rubber.
Jeans and
Sunny Kits come for the Attractive version. The Jeans
Kit, which customizes the external part of the car, has
stickers for the luggage compartment lid and front
fenders, badge for the rear pillar, in addition to
yellow rings in the front grille. The Sunny offers the
central frame of the instruments panel glossy black,
coating in a unique fabric for the seats and door
panels, plus mats in carpet and rubber.
Tribal
and Steel Kits, developed for the Way versions. The
Tribal Kit is comprised of stickers in the luggage
compartment lid and the rear pillar + badge stickers in
the front fenders. The Steel Kit brings the central
frame of the instruments panel glossy black + steering
wheel in leather + mats in carpet and rubber with the
Way printing.
Those who
do not want to customize their new Uno straight from the
factory, they can do so afterwards at the dealerships.
They offer three kits with exclusive themes: WWW,
Arabesco and Podium. And there is more – there, the
client can by the contents of these packages and also
from the factory kits separately. Examples: stickers,
banners, badges, roof tattooing, instruments panel
frame, appliqués for the gear lever knob and brakes,
mats, among others.
In
addition to these options, the client counts, further,
with a broad variety of accessories. He/She can also
equip the new Fiat Uno with mats, airfoils,
‘mini-skirts’ and sports pedal boards, appliqués on the
front grille, wheels and hubs with different colors and
tips, handles and chrome-plated rearview mirrors covers.
On the dealership, the client also has a wide range of
accessories. Alarm, parking sensor, sump guard (that
doesn’t need to be removed during oil changes) and fog
lights, items which increase safety – to the asset and
when driving. Rain chute, coupling for towing, sill
protectors and rubber mats and carpet are items of
equipment that increase convenience and comfort. There
is total freedom of choice and countless possible
combinations to turn the vehicle virtually into an
extension of the owner’s personality. So, the owner
“wears” the car according to his/her image.
Safety
A car conceived to protect the passengers
From body
to mechanics, the new Fiat Uno was built to ensure the
safety of its passengers. Check out why: The body
ensures the vehicle’s structural performance and, at the
same time, is lighter than the body from other models in
the category (which improves fuel saving). There are
reinforcements strategically positioned to further
enhance the structural performance.
The hood was designed with programmed deformation: if
there is a frontal collision, it absorbs the energy from
the impact, defending the cabin’s integrity. The front
airbags and seat belts with pre-tensioner, optional
items for all versions of the new Fiat Uno, complement
the hood’s action, reinforcing safety. The doors have
tubular protection bars, which help preserve the
physical integrity of passengers in case of side
collision. Another important aspect on the doors is that
their special construction enables to open them even
after impact. The front seats are the anti-submarining
type, and their headrests were designed to avoid the
whiplash effect on the neck of driver and passenger,
reducing the risk of harm to the cervical column in case
of accident. The steering column, in turn, was made to
minimize physical harm to the driver in the event of a
head-on collision.
On the
mechanical aspect, the new Fiat Uno incorporates
solutions that ensure its stability and help the driver
maintain control of the car in any situation. The
suspension was conceived to maintain the directional
stability and face any type of terrain without
transmitting to the cabin the vibrations caused by
irregular surfaces, providing maximum safety to the
passengers without compromising the comfort.
On the
front, the hatchback has a MacPherson-type suspension
and lower arms with right triangle. The anti-roll bar is
anchored on the dampers. The helical springs are of the
side-load type. This set has the function of minimizing
the effect of the braking load in a curve, ensuring the
best balance in all gear conditions, and also absorbing
the maximum of the surface roughness. The rear
suspension is made of semi-independent wheels with
torsion shaft, in order to enhance the structural
solidity and increase the suspension’s flexibility with
load obtained through the increase in the dimension of
the rubber that connects to the body, which improves
dynamic responses in curves. The elastic pads had their
size increased with the purpose of improving the
filtering of floor irregularities, increasing the
comfort while driving, and the dampers were designed to
expand the stability threshold conditions on curves
For the
new Fiat Uno, the brakes were sized according to the
version and the presence, or not, of ABS system. On the
front, there is a disc with floating caliper; on the
rear, a drum with self-centering shoe, and automatic
play adjustment, as well as a double master cylinder.
The system is a double cross circuit – if there is
damage in one of them, the other stops the vehicle –
and, without ABS, it also has braking correction valve
that operates on the rear brakes. Finally, to make
braking on slippery roads safer, the new Fiat Uno offers
an anti-lock system (ABS) on brakes as an optional item
in all versions. Along with this system, there is also
EBD - electronic braking distribution.
ENGINES
Two new engines for the new Fiat Uno
The new
Fiat Uno marks the premiere of the Fire Evo family of
engines, which strong points are reduction in fuel
consumption and better use of energy, with lower
emission of pollutants and noise. Developed by FPT –
Powertrain Technologies in Brazil, the Evo family equips
all versions of the new Fiat Uno with 1.0 liter and 1.4
liter engines. Both are Flex engines and have a series
of technological novelties and components never seen
before in low-cylinder capacity engines. Check them out.
THE FIRE
1.0 EVO ENGINE:
This new engine incorporates a number of devices
designed to enhance performance and reduce the internal
friction – consequently reducing the levels of
consumption and emission of pollutants.
Long connecting rods. Developed especially to work with
the height of the new pistons, they are made of C70
forged steel and are among the lightest in the market.
The connecting rods for the Fire 1.0 Evo engine have
gained 26.5% in length: from 111.85 mm to 140.5 mm. This
construction reduces the engine friction on both sides.
The connecting rod cover is of the fractured type,
ensuring total precision in the assembly – with benefits
such as lower friction and higher reliability.
Pistons.
The lighter pistons direct the mix to the spark plug.
Among its advantages, we can mention its hub, which
special design helps maintain the mechanical resistance
and the asymmetric skirts and low tangency load rings,
which generate lower friction. Its compression height is
24.5 mm, which grants it lower weight. The 1.0 engine
pistons have low-friction rings with only 1 mm of height
on the first and second rings.
Manifold.
Made of plastic, it has a new design that favors the
seamlessness of the flow to the four cylinders, as well
as optimizing the performance and reducing losses of
load.
Automatic
distribution belt tensioner. The Fire Evo engine has
distribution belt tension ensured throughout the
equipment’s work life, consequently increasing the
system reliability and helping to reduce noises.
Camshaft.
It was designed to privilege torque in low speeds,
enhancing the performance. The component was developed
through computer simulations in order to achieve the
ideal design. The dynamics of cams was especially
studied to operate in conjunction with the valves’
reduced load springs. The result: a quieter system,
enhancing even more the comfort and pleasure to drive.
Valve
lid. Made of aluminum, its fastenings, structure and
lining were conceived to increase the resistance to oil
leaks. The cover also has fastenings for the coil,
suction collector and engine air filter.
THE FIRE
1.4 EVO ENGINE:
The new Fire 1.4 engine has a lot in common with the 1.0
engine. Manifold in plastic, camshaft bearing covers,
cooling system, aluminum valve lids, automatic
distribution belt tensioner and control center, among
others, are the same for both. However, it also brings
other technologies, such as:
CVCP
(Continuously Variable Cam Phaser). Capable of reducing
consumption by up to 5%, the new distribution system
enables phase variation between the valve camshaft and
crankshaft of up to 40°, continuously. This component
enables to use the camshaft phase ideal for each engine
operation regime, optimizing the torque in low speeds
and power in high speeds.
Suction
and discharge ducts and new combustion chamber. All of
them were conceived to work in conjunction with the CVCP
system. These structures maximize turbulence in the
combustion chamber, increasing the engine’s tolerance to
operation with high doses of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR).
Its special design uses both channels and the combustion
chamber to form a swirl in the same direction – which
increases the turbulence and, consequently, the fuel
burning efficiency. Additionally, the combustion chamber
and the piston top direct the mix to the spark plug
especially designed with longer electrodes, contributing
to increase the efficiency of the entire system.
Sequential phased coil. It has four separate coils in a
single body, enabling the sequential ignition – not of
the lost spark type, more common in engines with low
cylinder capacity. This increases the efficiency of the
CVCP system.
Engine
block. Its water jacket of the U Circulation type
ensures seamless cooling of all cylinders. It is the
same system adopted on the modern engine Fire 1.4 16V
T-Jet. The thermostat has an integrated temperature
sensor.
Magneti
Marelli 7G Center. Last generation, it offers larger
memory and processing capacity. Its gauging privileges
fuel savings.
The new
Fire 1.4 Evo engine produces maximum power of 85 HP and
torque of 12.4 kgf/m at 3,500 rpm, running only with
gasoline. Using solely alcohol, its power is of 88 HP
and its torque, 12.5 kgf/m at 3,500 rpm. Using only
gasoline, the new Fire 1.0 Evo engine generates maximum
power of 73 HP and maximum torque of 9.5 kgf/m at 3,850
rpm. With alcohol, the power is of 75 HP and its torque
achieves 9.9 kgf/m at 3,850 rpm.
When driving the new Fiat Uno, the consumer will notice
the low level of noises and vibrations from the engine.
This occurs because the model has adopted the
barycentric suspension – the engine is installed on two
lateral fastening points aligned with its center of
gravity, while a third fastening point has the sole
function of restricting the engine movement. Coupled to
the new engines, the five-gear mechanical transmission
was scaled with ratios adequate to the Brazilian
consumer’s taste and makes the new Fiat Uno able to face
our irregular roads bravely and safely.
Low consumption: In addition to the new Fire 1.0 Evo and
1.4 Evo engines, Fiat’s engineering department has
invested in other technologies to ensure better fuel
consumption. For this purpose, it conducted an important
work in the car aerodynamics and weight control,
achieving the lowest density in the segment. Such a good
result was added to the green tires with low resistance
to rolling, where the last-generation polymers used,
along with a 5% reduction on the tire weight, generate
lower resistance to rolling, ensuring better performance
with fuel saving. With all this, the new Uno has
excellent fuel consumption. For example: the Vivace
version equipped with Fire 1.0 Evo engine consumes 15.6
km/l (gasoline) and 10.5 km/l (alcohol) in the city, and
20.1 km/l (gasoline) and 12.9 km/l (alcohol) on the
road. The Fire 1.4 Evo engine equips the Attractive
version, which has the following fuel consumption
figures: 14.7 km/l (gasoline) and 10.3 km/l (alcohol) in
the city; 19.4 km/l (gasoline) and 12.8 km/l (alcohol)
on the road.
FOUR VERSIONS
The consumer has great options for selecting engines and
finish
The new
Fiat Uno comes to the market in four versions, initially
all of them with four doors (the two-door versions will
be available on coming months. These are: Vivace 1.0
Flex, Way 1.0 Flex, Attractive 1.4 Flex e Way 1.4 Flex.
The new Uno owners will have 14 colors to choose from,
among plain and metalized. Three of them are premiering
on the Fiat line: Citrus Yellow and Splash Blue,
exclusive for the Vivace and Attractive versions, while
the Box Green is only available to Way versions. All
these colors reinforce the young, vivacious and modern
spirit of the new model.
Vivace 1.0 Flex. The basic version has
the new Fire 1.0 Evo engine, which makes it ideal for
those who want to join fuel saving, performance, comfort
and excellent cost-benefit ratio. Very well equipped in
the factory, this version has exclusively the Econometer,
an instant consumption gauge that “teaches” the driver
the most economic way to drive spending the least fuel.
With electronic operation, it is precise on its
indications and a decisive item in fuel saving-oriented
driving. In addition to the Econometer, Vivace also has
as serial items digital clock, digital total and partial
odometers, six-LED brake-light, Fiat Code, vanity mirror
on the passenger’s side, object holder pocket on front
doors, hooks to fasten cargo, instrument panel with
white lighting, 12V plug and current, full internal
lining on the luggage compartment, inclinable front
seats, with fixed headrests, discontinuous seat
adjustment and retractable front seat belts, glove
compartment with lid, scheduled maintenance warning
light, lowered headrests on the backseat with height
adjustment, inclinable backseat with two positions for
the backrest, digital gradual water temperature
indicator and integral hubs, among many others. Its
optional items include heated windshield, power
steering, air-conditioning + tinted windshield, airbags
for driver and passenger + front seat belts with pre-tensioner,
ABS on brakes with EBD, front seat belts with height
adjustment, light alloy wheels, radio with CD / MP3
player, radio with CD / MP3 player + Bluetooth +
hands-free + USB + predisposition for iPod, electric
locks + front power windows, fog lights, heated rear
window with timed wiper and washer, console on ceiling,
sunglass holder, internal command for opening the
luggage compartment and the fuel tank lid, driver's seat
with height adjustment, third headrest on the backseat
and steering wheel with height adjustment.
Way 1.0 Flex. With the same engine of the Vivace
version, Way 1.0 emphasizes a more adventurous spirit.
It brings extra comfort and style items, such as
crossbar on the roof, lighted glove compartment,
tachometer, headlights with black mask, tinted rear
lights, lifted suspension, exclusive fabrics, black
lining on the door columns, black lining on the door
pillars, aesthetic rings on the front grille, lateral
band on the doors, aesthetic details on the front and
rear bumpers, and frames on the wheel housings. Its
optional items are the same as for the Fiat Uno Vivace
1.0 Flex.
Attractive 1.4 Flex. Fiat Uno Attractive 1.4
Flex incorporates, in addition to the Fire 1.4 Evo
engine, the serial equipment units from the Vivace
version (minus the Econometer) and several other items:
front seat belts with height adjustment and retractable,
3-point rear side seat belts, tachometer, internal
command to open the luggage compartment and the fuel
tank lid, ceiling console, long central console (two cup
holders + object holders), vanity mirror on the driver’s
side, rear window wiper and washer with intermittence,
sunglass holder, external rearview mirrors with internal
mechanical command, rear safety lugs, heated timed rear
window, steering wheel with height adjustment, black
lining on the door pillars, bumpers, door handles and
rearview mirrors painted in the color of the body, front
and rear sills, foot holder and lateral molding on the
doors. Optionally, the client may equip the Fiat Uno
Attractive 1.4 Flex with heated windshield, power
steering, air conditioning + tinted windshield, airbags
for driver and passenger + front seat belts with pre-tensioner,
ABS on brakes, fog lights, light alloy wheels, radio
with CD / MP3 player, radio with CD / MP3 player +
Bluetooth + hands-free + USB + predisposition for iPod,
electric locks + front power windows, split backseat,
and driver’s seat with height adjustment.
Way 1.4 Flex. The top-of-line version of the
new Fiat Uno incorporates, in addition to the Fire 1.4
Evo engine, the serial items from the version Way 1.0
and several other items: mixed-use tires, front seat
belts with height adjustment, retractable side rear seat
belts, internal command to open the luggage compartment
and the fuel tank lid, ceiling console, long central
console (two cup holders + object holders), vanity
mirror on the driver’s side, rear window washer and
wiper with intermittence, sunglass holder, external
rearview mirrors with mechanical internal command, front
and rear sills, timed heated rear window, steering wheel
with height adjustment, rear safety lugs, and foot
holder. The list of optional items for this version is
identical to the one for the Attractive version.
NEW UNO AUTONOMY
Already comes prepared to receive adaptations
Like the
entire range of passenger vehicles from Fiat, the new
Uno is also able to serve users of the Autonomy Program.
It can receive adaptations, executed by the companies
Technobrás and Cavenaghi. Fiat Autonomy is a program
created in 1996 to facilitate to the maximum the access
of handicapped people to a car adapted to their needs.
The Autonomy program, in addition to tax exemptions,
also offers a 5% discount for the entire range of Fiat
products and a specific Confiat for it.
DEVELOPMENT OF THE NEW UNO
How a car leaves the paper and gets out on the streets
The new
Uno was 100% developed at the Giovanni Agnelli
Development Center, located at the factory of Betim, MG.
From the birth of a concept to the first pre-series
unit, the process to develop a car involves hundreds of
professionals and consumes thousands of hours. In the
case of the new Fiat Uno, it took three years for the
car to jump from the computer screen and get to the
consumer. Between designers and engineers, 600
professionals from Fiat Automobile spent approximately
one million hours on the project 327. Ninety-nine
prototypes were built, and another 88 were used to check
the assembly processes. Between pre-series and
pre-production, 239 vehicles were assembled. That is,
Fiat Automobile assembled 426 units of the new Fiat Uno,
encompassing all versions under development for Brazil
and the Latin American markets. Its tests and trials
included engine and transmission, durability, emissions,
chassis, body, electrics and safety. These vehicles
traveled a whooping 4,153 million kilometers. All
components were submitted to the hardest tests so that
Engineering was pleased with the new car's quality. On
the item “reliability”, 95 cars traveled 2,375 million
kilometers, totaling approximately 6.5 million
kilometers of tests so that the new Fiat Uno could be
available on dealers and in the customers’ garage.
FACTORY WARRANTY
The new
Fiat Uno has a contractual warranty of one year with no
mileage limit. Throughout the validity of the general
warranty, the car owner is entitled to 24-hour
assistance Confiat, which provides emergency services
such as towing, mechanical help, and backup vehicle
anywhere in Brazil. The new Fiat Uno is only reviewed
every 15,000 km or one year. There are more than 500
Fiat service stations, among dealers and assistance
stations, spread throughout Brazil to provide the
necessary support to the owner of the new Uno.