new models: Fiat
Doblo
Fiat have launched a revised
Doblo range for 2002. Along with a mild interior and exterior cosmetic
facelift the Doblo's 1.2 petrol (48 kW/65 bhp) and 1.9 aspirated diesel
(46 kW/63 bhp) units are now joined by a four cylinder 1.6 engine with
four valves per cylinder (76 kW/103 bhp) and the 1.9 JTD "common rail"
direct injection Turbodiesel (74 kW/100 bhp).
With a payload of 610 to 790 kilograms and an effective volume of 3.2 to 3.8 cubic metres, the Doblo is at the top of its class for load space. Its popularity is on the increase, in the first six months of this year, its European market share increased from 6.6 to 11% year-on-year. |
Fiat official press release for new
Doblo Cargo launch:
Doblo versions: Versatile, intelligent and flexible, Fiat Doblò Cargo is available in two versions, base and SX, plus a comprehensive range of different body types: panelled,with sliding doors, double asymmetrically split rear doors (glazed or panelled) or rear taligate. The Doblò Cargo is comfortable and functional: everything is within reach, a large shelf under the cab roof allows you to store objects and documents, the driver's position is raised for perfect visibility, and the gear level is on the fascia, in an ergonomic position. We've made the Doblò Cargo a very safe place to be, because Doblò Cargo has passed the most rigorous crash tests, has a stiff, non-deformable cockpit structure with side impact bars in the doors and a Fire Protection System supplied as standard. engines: Fiat Doblò Cargo offers three engines. All of them economical and reliable: the highly responsive 1.2 petrol engine; a fuel efficient diesel engine, the 1.9 D, that can cover more than 620 miles on out-of-town stretches without refuelling; and a powerful 1.9 JTD featuring the innovative Common Rail high pressure direct injection system. 1.2 8v
1.9 D
1.9 JTD
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Fiat Doblo Cargo 1.9 JTD specification:
features: RDS ARI/EON audio system
with AM/FM radio and CD player
external: Front and rear steel wheels
with 14 inch rim diam, 5.5in rim width and partial wheel covers
safety: Front ventilated disc brakes
technical specification: 1910 cc 1.9 liters in-line
4 engine with 82 mm bore, 90.4 mm stroke, 20.7 compression ratio and two
valves per cylinder
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update: Fiat Doblo Malibu
The Fiat Doblò Malibù, launched in March, has proved a popular addition to the range, with more than 4,000 having now been sold. This particular version of the Fiat Doblò is designed for young independent owners who like to travel in comfort in a vehicle that stands out in a crowd. It is easily identifiable by a front end with body-coloured bumper and grille painted metallic-grey to match numerous other features such as the longitudinal roof rails, alloy wheels, door and tailgate handles and door mirror farings. These features stand out against the metallic Vitality Blue body, available only on this special version. Wheelarch strips and sideskirts also protect the most exposed parts from minor impact. The original interior also features dedicated bright-looking cloth, soft-look paints (dome, dashboard, passenger airbag, front door handles, sliding side door handles) and more metallic grey paint on certain details such as the central control panel, speaker grilles, door handles and tailgate strut. Other features include an instrument panel with a white background and a subwoofer to improve the acoustic qualities of the standard radio system. Two engines are available: the 1.9 JTD Common Rail and the petrol-driven 1.6 16v. The former is ideal for customers who travel a lot and seek comfort and fuel saving in addition to petrol-standard performance. This engine produces a maximum torque of 200 Nm-20.4 kgm at 1500 rpm, maximum power of 74 kW-100 bhp at 4000 rpm and competitive fuel consumption. The petrol 1.6 16v unit offers good performance, some 85% of the drive torque, i.e. 145 Nm -14.8 kgm at 4000 rpm, is available between 2100 and 5800 rpm. Maximum power is 76 kW-103 bhp at 5750 rpm. |
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