Fiat Professional is
broadening further the versatility of its best selling
vehicle, the Doblò, by introducing a new "small truck"
version; this is the first time that such a multi
functional option has been offered on the Turkish-built
LCV.While the
first-generation Doblò van was only offered in a single
basic body format, the new second-generation model has
already expanded its range to include a long-wheel-base
option and now it adds a flatbed with folding sides
format, called the Doblò Work Up, that will allow it to
correspond to the needs of a whole new customer base. In
Italy, where the Doblò Work Up is now on sale, the price
starts at 16,570 euros (excluding taxes) for the version
equipped with the 1.3 Multijet 90CV (Euro 4).
Aiming fit concept of a "small truck", the brand's
best-selling vehicle in Italy has a new unique design
that slots into an unexplored segment, a new version of
a "truck" with small external dimensions that allows for
ease of use in a crowded urban environment and
especially in difficult, narrow passages such as alleys
and driveways. The Doblò Work Up offers compact body
load area measurements: 2.30 m long, 1.82 m wide and 4
m2 load space. The vehicle can carry up to a 1,000 kg
payload due to the bi-link rear suspension that provides
significant loading ability; the maximum permissible
load on the axles is in fact 1,120 kg at the front and
1,450 kg at the rear.
To ensure efficient load carrying, robustness, light
weight and lower fuel consumption, Fiat Professional's
designers have adopted a chest-high tensile steel frame
equipped with a plywood floor and hinging side-frames
made from aluminum alloy. Under the floor, and accessed
from the rear end, there is now a compartment to stow
tools, including ones that are somewhat long and
cumbersome in shape, all of which are safely protected
from the elements. In addition, on either side of the
vehicle is a small and practical recessed platform with
a rubber-coated step that allows for ease of access into
the load bay. This new rear structure incorporates a
ladder rack/door poles, hooks to secure loads and a
sturdy grille to protect the rear of the cab and the
window: all solutions that will give the Doblò Work Up
the flexibility to be utilised in areas such as
agriculture, construction, maintenance services or city
parks, as well as for the transportation of large frames
and glass panels. The Doblò Work Up will accommodate
three 'Euro' pallets or thirty three boxes of fruit with
ease.
At launch the engine range of the New Doblò Work Up
comprises of two turbodiesels: the 1.3 Multijet with 90
CV and 1.6 Multijet with 105 CV (both Euro 4 compliant).
Later, a 135 CV 2.0 Multijet Euro 5 will be added to the
powerplant mix. All the engines aim to offer
driveability, performance, low noise, reduced operating
costs (in terms of fuel consumption and maintenance) in
addition to reliability and environmental friendliness.
The 2.0 Multijet will also offer as standard, Start &
Stop system and particulate filter.
Driveability is further improved by the Doblò's bi-link
rear suspension, while electronic devices to come as
standard include stability control and ABS with
electronic brake force distribution (EBD). ESP and
Hill-holder, which assists the driver during hill
starts, are available as optional extras. Front airbags
complete the safety equipment list. To turn the Doblò
Work Up into a 'mobile office' all the cabin features of
the van version are carried over including a dashboard
document holder and several practical storage
compartments. Other features include automatic climate
control, Cruise Control and Blue&Me (which includes the
navigation system Blue&Me TomTom).