The new Fiat Punto Van

Having recently reported on the possible demise of the car-derived van, there seems to have been nothing else but new model launches ever since!

The new Fiat Punto Van has made its UK debut at this year’s Birmingham CV Show, which started today.

The new Punto Van replaces the Grand Punto Van and offers a load capacity of 1 cubic metre with a payload of 520kg.

By way of comparison, Vauxhall’s current Corsavan provides a slightly smaller load capacity of 0.92 cubic metres with a slightly higher maximum payload of 550kg. It’s swings and roundabouts, really, unless you have very specific requirements.

Equipment

Standard equipment on all versions includes ESP (Electronic Stability Programme), BAS (Brake Assistance System), remote central locking, electric front windows, electrically adjustable and heated body coloured mirrors, trip computer, driver and passenger airbags, radio/CD/MP3 player, electric power steering, height and reach-adjustable steering wheel and a height-adjustable driver’s seat.

One Engine, Three Choices

New Punto Van will be available with one diesel engine, the award-winning and best-selling 1.3 MultiJet II diesel, in three levels of power:

• 75hp (55 kW) / 190 Nm max torque (at 1500 rpm)
  67.2 MPG (4.2 l/100km) combined fuel consumption and 112 g/km CO₂ emissions
• 85hp (62 kW) / 200 Nm max torque (at 1500 rpm) with Start&Stop
  80.7 MPG (3.5 l/100km) combined fuel consumption and 90 g/km CO₂ emissions
• 95hp (70 kW) / 200 Nm max torque (at 1500 rpm) with Start&Stop
  67.2 MPG (4.2 l/100km) combined fuel consumption and 110 g/km CO₂ emissions

Start&Stop is standard equipment on the 1.3 MultiJet II 85hp and 95hp versions.

From £10,990 +VAT

The new range starts with the entry level 1.3 MultiJet II 75hp version at £10,990.00 (exc. VAT and OTR),  providing great value for those customers searching for an affordable price but with all the safety and comfort features included (ESP, airbags, electric windows and mirrors, radio/CD/MP3 player).

It looks nice – but I’d much rather have a MINI Clubvan – come on BMW, put it into production!

For more information visit www.fiatprofessional.co.uk.