Fiat Abarth 595 Competizione debuts in India - IAB Report

12/12/2014 - 11:00 | ,   | Nithyanandh K

To be launched in January 2015.

The Fiat Abarth 595 Competizione has been unveiled in India ahead of its launch next month.

Fiat Abarth 595 Competizione front three quarter at Autocar Performance Show 2014

The 595 Competizione marks the arrival of Fiat's performance division Abarth which was announced a long ago for India. Imported as a CBU, the go-faster version of the little 500 would be sold in limited numbers.

Fiat Abarth 595 Competizione rear three quarter at Autocar Performance Show 2014

Visually, the hot hatchback differs from the tamed 500 by means of a sporty front bumper with graphite insert, a hard to miss scorpion badge of Abarth which sits in place Fiat's, exclusive 17-inch alloy wheels that are shod with Pirelli PZero 205/40 rubbers, side body decals, an aggressive rear bumper and a roof mounted spoiler.

Fiat Abarth 595 Competizione profile at Autocar Performance Show 2014

Inside, the graphite theme continues on the dashboard. Other exclusive elements include a flat bottomed steering wheel, race seats and LCD display in place of the regular car's instrument console.

Fiat Abarth 595 Competizione at Autocar Performance Show 2014

Power comes from a 1.4-litre turbo petrol motor which puts out 158 bhp and 210 Nm of torque which is enough to offer a sprightly performance in a tiny lightweight 3-door hatchback.

Competitor: 2014 Mini Cooper 3-door
Expected Price: INR 25-30 lakhs
Launch date: Next month

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