1999-2012 Punto OverviewFiat Punto Overview (1999 - 2012)
1999 - 2012
Tech Specs Summary
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- 90 - 127 mph
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- 8.6 - 19.0 seconds
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- 51 - 129 hp
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- 28.3 - 52.3 mpg
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- 2,061 - 2,623 lbs
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- 9.3 - 38.1 ft3
This generation of the Fiat Punto was produced by the Italian manufacturer Fiat between 1999 - 2012. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Hatchback and came with either 3 or 5 doors. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 51 hp 1.2 L Inline 4 lpg engine all the way to a 129 hp 1.2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut suspension front and rear. However, some models have trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Punto is the Fiat Punto 1.8 16v HGT which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 129 hp and a power/weight ratio of 19.05 lb/hp it has a top speed of 127 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Fiat Punto 1.3 JTD is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 676 miles and can store 9.3-38.1 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,425 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
