Fiat Fiorino Cargo

Fiat has renewed the cabin with the introduction of several new elements to improve ergonomics and comfort. The steering wheel now includes commands that allow you to control your radio infotainment and make phone calls with your hands still on the steering wheel. The instrument cluster with new graphics and permanent backlighting offers improved visibility. It comes with new fabrics, and the gearbox is now located on the functional dashboard. The new Fiorino introduces the new Radio 5-inches colour touchscreen with Bluetooth 2.1, audio streaming, USB 2.0, Aux, and MP3. The Bluetooth hands-free system allows you to make phone calls without taking your hands off the wheel. The manual climate control system provides excellent ventilation through four adjustable swivel vents. Separate front and rear door locking allow you to use the load compartment even when the driver’s cab is locked. Other practical solutions inside the cabin include USB charger, several storage compartments, cup-holders, ceiling light, 12V power outlet, 9-bar tubular metal safety frame as a standard partition, and more.

The Fiorino flaunts a modern and dynamic style. More than a commercial vehicle or a typical van, it looks like a car. The grille and the front bumper have been re-done; they are now painted with ultra-shine silver paint. Broad headlights with high projector lamps offer enhanced visibility and protection from crashes. The wide sliding doors with upright ergonomics provide an excellent grip and easy accessibility. You can easily access the load compartment using the two swing doors (40/60) that open up to 180 degrees at the rear. At a length of 3957 mm and width of 1716 mm, the Fiat Fiorino is compact, agile, and flexible. The load threshold is at the height of approximately 530 mm from the ground. The Fiorino is offered in two pastels and five metallic paint schemes.

The Fiat Fiorino is apt for the daily commute and transporting goods from one end of the city to another, owing to its ability to manoeuvre through traffic easily. The rack and pinion power steering allow a kerb to kerb turning diameter of 9.95 mm, which is excellent for handling. The suspension setup consists of MacPherson Strut with coil springs and damper at the front and Torsion beam, coil springs with hydraulic shock absorbers at the rear.

The Fiat Fiorino is powered by a 4.0-cylinder, turbocharged 1.3-litre diesel engine that makes 80 PS of max power and 200 Nm of peak torque. This engine is mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission setup. The car returns a mileage of around 26.3 kmpl. Being Euro complaint, the engine offers excellent performance, quiet running, and low running costs, in addition to reliability and environmental sustainability. The prompt response and precision of a manual gearbox with the benefit of not having to use the clutch pedal, just like an automatic gearbox, is perfect to drive in city traffic.

Self ventilated discs perform braking duties on the Fiorino at the front and drum brakes at the rear. Features like Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR), and EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distributor) provide better control to the vehicle in critical situations. Other noteworthy safety features include seatbelts for both driver and passenger and an airbag for the driver.

The Fiat Fiorino Cargo is a handy vehicle for the everyday urban commute. It looks good, owing to its car-like styling, and offers a lot of space for carrying your goods. Plus, modern safety features are an added advantage. The 1.3-litre engine is good enough to provide the required punch to the minivan.