Fiat Punto

For the latest car under the Punto brand, see Fiat Grande Punto.

Fiat Punto

Manufacturer	Fiat
Also called	Fiat Grande Punto Fiat Punto Evo
Production	1993–present
Predecessor	Fiat Uno
Class	Supermini
Body style	3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback 2-door convertible (1994–99) 3-door van
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

The Fiat Punto is a supermini car produced by the Italian manufacturer Fiat, starting from 1993 to present. The third generation of the car was marketed as the Grande Punto, between 2005 and 2009, and Punto Evo, between 2009 and 2012, when the simple Punto nomenclature was re-introduced. As of 2012, nearly 8.5 million units were produced.

First generation (1993–1999)

First generation (176)

Production	1993–1999
Assembly	Melfi, Potenza, Italy Mirafiori, Torino, Italy Termini Imerese, Palermo, Italy
Body style	3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback 2-door convertible 3-door van
Engine	1.1 L I4 (petrol) 1.2 L I4 (petrol) 1.4 L I4 (t/c petrol) 1.6 L I4 (petrol) 1.7 L I4 (diesel) 1.7 L I4 (t/c diesel)
Transmission	5-speed manual 6-speed manual CVT automatic
Wheelbase	2,450 mm (96.5 in)
Length	3,760 mm (148.0 in)
Width	1,625 mm (64.0 in)
Height	1,450 mm (57.1 in)
Curb weight	830–1,040 kg (1,800–2,300 lb) 1,070 kg (2,400 lb) (cabrio)
Related	Fiat Barchetta Fiat Albea Fiat Doblò Fiat Palio Fiat Siena Fiat Strada Lancia Y
Designer(s)	Giorgetto Giugiaro

Internally codenamed Project 176, the Punto was announced in September 1993 as a replacement for the ageing Fiat Uno and launched in late 1993/early 1994 depending on the market. The Fiat Punto was voted European Car of the Year for 1995. The Punto was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro and was available as a 3-door or 5-door hatchback, and a two-door cabriolet.

Entry level

Entry-level in the Punto range were the 1.1 and 1.2 L petrol engines and the 1.7 diesel engine. The 1.2 engine's actual capacity is 1242 cc, available in three versions. The first, was fitted in the Punto ELX 75 and produced 75 hp (56 kW) at 6000 rpm while the second, fitted to Punto ELX 85 produced 86 hp (64 kW) at 6000 rpm. The third was a 60 hp (45 kW) engine which eventually replaced the 1.1 54 hp engine.

Sporting versions

A Sporting model was also available with an 1.6 8v updated 128 SOHC engine, producing 88 bhp, later replaced in 1997 by the 1.2 16v FIRE engine used in the 85 ELX, and a power drop to 86 bhp.

GT versions

The top of the range model was the 136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) 1.4 GT, using an evolution of the turbocharged 128 SOHC engine originally found in the Fiat Uno Turbo Mk II- capable of running over 200 km/h (120 mph) and reaching 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 7.9 seconds and came fitted with a 5-speed manual gearbox. During the years the GT was made in three different "series" with power 136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) (1993–1995),133 PS (98 kW; 131 hp) (1995–1997) and 130 PS (96 kW; 130 hp) (1997–1999).

Convertible

1993–1999 Fiat Punto Cabrio

A cabriolet (convertible) version was also available; built by Bertone (rather than at the main Fiat factory), it featured an electric powered fully retracting roof and was one of the cheapest open-top cars in the world at the time. In Europe, it was also made with a manual roof. Available in both ELX and SX trim, initially powered by the 90 bhp 1.6 Mpi unit (replaced in 1995 by the 86 bhp 1.2 16v FIRE unit). 55,000 cars were built between 1994 and 1999.

Other versions

Particular versions of the first generation Punto were the Punto 6Speed, a 1.1 FIRE Punto 55 with a 6-speed gearbox, the Punto Selecta with a CVT-type automatic gearbox, and the Punto ED (Economical Drive), a 1.1 Punto whose 5-speed gearbox was designed for high fuel efficiency.

Engines

Code	Displacement	Type	Power	Torque	Compression
1.1 SPI	1,108 cc	I4	54 PS (40 kW; 54 hp) at 5500 rpm	86 N·m (63 lb·ft) at 3250 rpm	9.6:1
1.2 SPI	1,242 cc	I4	60 PS (44 kW; 59 hp at 5500 rpm	98 N·m (72 lb·ft) at 3000 rpm	9.6:1
1.2 MPI	1,242 cc	I4	73 PS (54 kW; 72 hp) at 5000 rpm	106 N·m (78 lb·ft) at 4000 rpm	9.8:1
1.2 16v	1,242 cc	I4	86 PS (63 kW; 84 hp) at 6000 rpm	113 N·m (83 lb·ft) at 4500 rpm	10.2:1
1.4 Turbo	1,372 cc	I4	131-136 PS (96-100 kW; 129-134 hp) at 5600-5750 rpm	200-208 N·m (148-153 lb·ft) at 3000 rpm	7.9:1
1.6 MPI	1,581 cc	I4	90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 5750 rpm	129 N·m (95 lb·ft) at 2750 rpm	9.5:1
1.7 D	1,698 cc	I4	57 PS (42 kW; 56 hp) at 4500 rpm	98 N·m (72 lb·ft) at 2500 rpm	19:1
1.7 TDS	1,698 cc	I4	64 PS (46 kW; 63 hp) at 4500 rpm	118 N·m (87 lb·ft) at 2500 rpm	19:1
1.7 Turbo D	1,698 cc	I4	72 PS (53 kW; 71 hp) at 4500 rpm	137 N·m (101 lb·ft) at 2500 rpm	19:1

Second generation (1999–2010)

Second generation (188)

Also called	Fiat Punto Classic Zastava 10
Production	1999–2010 (Italy) 2005–2008 (Serbia)
Assembly	Melfi, Potenza, Italy Mirafiori, Torino, Italy Termini Imerese, Palermo, Italy Kragujevac, Serbia (Zastava)
Body style	3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback 3-door van
Engine	1.2 L I4 (petrol) 1.4 L I4 (petrol) 1.8 L I4 (petrol) 1.3 L I4 (t/c diesel) 1.9 L I4 (diesel) 1.9 L I4 (t/c diesel)
Transmission	5-speed manual 6-speed manual (Sporting) 5-speed semi-auto (Dualogic) 6-speed semi-auto/CVT (Speedgear)
Wheelbase	2,460 mm (96.9 in)
Length	3,800 mm (149.6 in) (3-door, 1999–03) 3,835 mm (151.0 in) (5-door, 1999–03) 3,840 mm (151.2 in) (3-door, 2003–10) 3,865 mm (152.2 in) (5-door, 2003–10)
Width	1,660 mm (65.4 in)
Height	1,480 mm (58.3 in)
Curb weight	860–1,050 kg (1,900–2,300 lb)
Related	Fiat Barchetta Fiat Idea Lancia Ypsilon Lancia Musa

The second generation Punto, codenamed Project 188, was launched in late 1999. The styling was all-new while retaining the original Punto's distinctive shape and design, while the chassis and interior were completely overhauled. The new Punto also became the first Fiat in decades to carry the original round Fiat badge, to celebrate Fiat's centenary.

Entry level

The 1.1 and 1.4 turbo engines were discontinued due to emissions issues and the entry-level models had only a 1.2 petrol unit, with either 8 or 16 valves, giving 60 hp (45 kW) and 80 hp (60 kW) respectively, or a 1.9 diesel, with or without common rail injection.

Sporting versions

Fiat Punto HGT Abarth

Two sporty versions were offered. The 1.2 16 valve Sporting model with a 6-speed manual, and the hot 1.8 HGT which could reach almost 130 mph (210 km/h). The 1.2 16V model also has a Speedgear CVT-equipped variant (with a sequential manual shift mode consisting of 6 gears, 7 for the Sporting model). The 1.8 HGT accelerates 0-60 in 8.0 seconds. It was considered a big improvement in handling over the Punto GT. The HGT was also available (in limited numbers) as an "HGT Abarth" which added deeper bumpers, rear spoiler, side skirts, new alloy wheels and interior trim. The HGT Abarth had no technical improvements over the regular HGT.

Power steering

The second generation Punto has also adopted the Dualdrive electric power steering and came with two operation modes, using an electric motor, rather than a hydraulic pump driven by the engine. This resulted in reduced fuel consumption and less environmental impact. It has a fuel economy of 5.6 l/100 km (50 mpg_-imp; 42 mpg_-US) - urban and 3.9 l/100 km (72 mpg_-imp; 60 mpg_-US) - extra urban for the 1.9 diesel. The 1.8 petrol does 8.8 l/100 km (32 mpg_-imp; 27 mpg_-US) - urban and 5.3 l/100 km (53 mpg_-imp; 44 mpg_-US) - extra urban.

Facelift

2003–2010 Fiat Punto

In early 2003, Fiat celebrated the rollout of the 5,000,000th production Punto. In the same year, the second generation facelift brought further revisions to the platform, including extensive changes to the exterior styling and engines, partly due to changes in pedestrian safety regulations.

The round Fiat badge, found only on the bonnet of second generation models, was introduced on the tailgate of the second generation facelift. On 1 June 2005, Fiat produced the 6,000,000th Punto at the Melfi plant.

Engine changes included a new 1.4 16v engine, alongside the staple 1.2 and 1.2 16v variants, and the introduction of two HGT versions, the 1.9 L MultiJet diesel engine and the 1.8 L 16v petrol engine, which could reach almost 130 mph (210 km/h) continued over from the pre-facelift version. There was an introduction also of the 1.3 L common rail diesel MultiJet engine.

Punto Classic

Despite the launch of the slightly larger Grande Punto in 2005, the 2003 Punto remained in production and has been sold in many emerging markets in addition to the newer versions. It was launched for the first time in Chile in 2007.

Zastava 10

2006–2008 Zastava 10

In October 2005, Serbian manufacturer Zastava reached an agreement with Fiat to assemble this version under licence in Kragujevac, Serbia with the model name Zastava 10. After acquiring a majority stake in Zastava in autumn 2008, Fiat continued production of this vehicle under the Fiat Punto Classic name from March 2009. As of 2013, it remains in production. It is available with a 1.2 petrol or CNG 60 PS (44 kW; 59 bhp) and a 1.3 diesel 70 PS (51 kW; 69 bhp) engine.

Trim levels

The Punto was initially released in four different trim leveles: S, SX, ELX, HLX, that were later renamed to Actual, Active, Dynamic and Emotion. Three special versions of the 3-door hatchback were also available: Sporting, HGT and Abarth. The top level included such features as ABS, front and side aribags, window bags, remote locking, front power windows, electrical power steering, air conditioning, trip computer with four functions, CD player, CD changer, alloy rims and fog lamps. Options such as navigation and burglar alarm were also offered. After the facelift, it also received EBD, ESP with ASR and hill holder, climate control with double zone heating, MP3 player and subwoofer (HGT only), rear parking sensors and cruise control as an option. A revised instrument panel with a larger display could now show the instant consumption too.

Engines

There were available four petrol engines with single-point injection system, one indirect injection diesel and three common rail turbocharged diesel engines with intercooler (JTD and MultiJet). The 1.8 16v and the 1.9 MultiJet engines were available only with the 3-door version in the HGT trim level.

Model	Engine	Displacement	Power	Torque	Top speed	Acceleration 0–100 km/h	Combined consumption	CO2 emissions	Production years
Petrol engines
1.2 8v	I4 sohc	1,242 cc	44 kW (60 PS; 59 hp) at 5000 rpm	102 N·m (75 lb·ft) at 2500 rpm	155 km/h (96 mph)	14.3 s	5.7 l/100 km	136 g/km	09/1999– 01/2010
1.2 16v	I4 dohc	1,242 cc	59 kW (80 PS; 79 hp) at 5000 rpm	114 N·m (84 lb·ft) at 4000 rpm	172 km/h (107 mph)	11.4 s	6.0 l/100 km	142 g/km	09/1999– 01/2006
1.4 16v	I4 dohc	1,368 cc	70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp) at 5800 rpm	128 N·m (94 lb·ft) at 4500 rpm	178 km/h (111 mph)	9.9 s	6.1 l/100 km	145 g/km	06/2003– 01/2006
1.8 16v	I4 dohc	1,747 cc	96 kW (131 PS; 129 hp) at 6300 rpm	164 N·m (121 lb·ft) at 4300 rpm	205 km/h (127 mph)	8.6 s	8.3 l/100 km	197 g/km	09/1999– 01/2006
Diesel engines
1.3 MultiJet 16v	I4 dohc	1,251 cc	51 kW (69 PS; 68 hp) at 4000 rpm	180 N·m (133 lb·ft) at 1750 rpm	164 km/h (102 mph)	13.4 s	4.5 l/100 km	119 g/km	06/2003– 01/2006
1.9 D 8v	I4 sohc	1,910 cc	44 kW (60 PS; 59 hp) at 4500 rpm	118 N·m (87 lb·ft) at 2250 rpm	155 km/h (96 mph)	15.0 s	5.7 l/100 km	150 g/km	09/1999– 06/2003
1.9 JTD 8v	I4 sohc	1,910 cc	59 kW (80 PS; 79 hp) at 3000 rpm	196 N·m (145 lb·ft) at 1500 rpm	170 km/h (106 mph)	12.2 s	4.9 l/100 km	130 g/km	09/1999– 01/2006
1.9 MultiJet 8v	I4 sohc	1,910 cc	74 kW (101 PS; 99 hp) at 4000 rpm	260 N·m (192 lb·ft) at 1750 rpm	185 km/h (115 mph)	9.6 s	5.3 l/100 km	140 g/km	06/2003– 01/2005

Third generation (2005–present)

Main article: Fiat Grande Punto

Fiat Grande Punto

The Grande Punto, codenamed Project 199, was unveiled at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show and went on sale later on that year. Again styled by Giugiaro, the car is using the Fiat SCCS platform, a variation of the General Motors Gamma Platform.

Punto Evo

In 2009, the Grande Punto was facelifted, with the replacement known as the Punto Evo. It received a new front end in addition to revised rear lights and a new interior.

Punto

In 2012, the Punto name was bought back when the Punto Evo was facelifted and given a similar front end to the 2005 Grande Punto. The new Punto kept the revised rear lights and interior of the 2009 Punto Evo, but not on the base 'Pop' trim level which reverted back to the older Grande Punto interior.^{[citation needed]}

Punto Van

The Punto Van is a compact van designed for the commercial market. It features a diesel 1.3 MultiJet 16v engine.

Motorsport

Fiat Grande Punto Abarth S2000

The Punto has always been popular with amateur racing drivers due to its low cost and the wide availability of spare parts. Several competition and homologated versions of the Punto have been produced, such as the Punto Rally, the S1600 and the Punto Abarth. A new rally car based on the third generation Punto, the Super 2000 Punto Abarth, was unveiled in 2005. It is four-wheel drive and powered by a 2.0 L 16 valve engine capable of producing 280 hp (210 kW). Also, a turbo diesel front wheel drive rally car has been produced, the Fiat Grande Punto R3D.

Punto has competed in the following motorsport events;

• Targa Tasmania, Showroom class, (2007) the first diesel car to compete.

The Punto has won several rally championships, specifically:

• Italian rally championship (2003 and 2006)
• European rally championship (2006)
• International rally challenge (2006)

A motorsport version of the car can be found in several liveries in the video games Colin McRae Rally 04, Colin McRae: DiRT and Sega Rally Revo.

External links

• Official Fiat Punto UK page
• Fiat Punto models, specifications and troubleshooting