Fiat Punto (2010 – 2018) Review
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Fiat Punto (2010 – 2018) Verdict
Low running costs thanks to economical engines. Impressive MultiAir petrols. Good levels of standard kit. Comes with a driver's knee airbag and five three point seatbelts.
Overly firm ride. Gear change not positive enough. Initially too expensive. Zero star 2017 Euro NCAP rating.
Find out more about the Fiat Punto (2010 – 2018)
Fiat's Punto has undergone several name changes. Renamed the Punto Evo in 2010, it reverted to plain Punto in 2012. However, it remains an 'evolved' version of the Fiat Grande Punto which was launched in 2006. That's not a bad thing though - the Grande Punto is a good hatchback that's fun to drive and good value - and the Fiat Punto Evo built on that.
The most obvious upgrades are on the outside where the Evo got a front end inspired by the funky Fiat 500. It certainly gave it a softer appearance compared to the Grande Punto although the styling does seem to divide opinion. There were changes on the inside too with a redesigned dash and a better quality feel.
There were new petrol and diesel engines which focus on economy and efficiency but not at the expense of performance. All the engines use a start/stop 2012 system to reduce fuel consumption when sitting in traffic and this has real benefits for the MultiJet diesels which can average more than 65mpg. The the main change under the bonnet came in summer 2012, when the turbocharged TwinAir engine became available.
Refinement has been improved, so the Punto, is quieter on the motorway and off it the Punto is easy and enjoyable to drive. The one let down is an overly firm ride which is especially noticeable on models with larger wheels but this doesn't detract too much from what is a very likeable hatchback.
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Fiat Punto (2010 – 2018) handling and engines
- Engines range from 0.9 TwinAir to 1.6 MultiJet
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 30–70 mpg
There's a good range of both petrol and diesel engines in the Punto Evo range but the entry-level 1.4-litre petrol is perhaps best avoided unless you're just pottering about as it's fairly slow - although it can return an average of 49.6mpg. Instead go for one of the newer MultiAir engines. There are two available and they are both 1.4-litre units with either 105PS or 135PS.
The 105PS version is adequate enough for most drivers and is quiet on the move. It never sounds strained, even at higher revs, and performs pretty well when you ask it to accelerate with some feeling. 0-62mph comes up in 10.8 seconds plus it will happily keep with with faster traffic on motorways.
The top model is the 1.4-litre MultiAir Turbo with 135PS. This accelerates from 0-62mph around 2.5 seconds quicker than the 105bhp model and is very sprightly with an almost hot hatch feel from behind the wheel. The front can feel light under hard acceleration as the wheels sometimes struggle for grip, but aside from that, it's great fun and very nippy.
Most impressively, it's actually slightly more economical than the 105PS MultiAir with an average of 50.4mpg while CO2 emissions are also lower at 129g/km (compared to 49.6mpg and 134g/km). But if it's low running costs you're after, the MultiJet diesels are the ones to choose.
There 1.3-litre MultiJet is available in two outputs of 75PS and 95PS. They aren't the quickest or quietest of engines but they deliver decent in-gear punch. But best of all they can average 68.9mpg and 67.3mpg respectively while CO2 emissions of 110g/km or less mean they're cheap to tax too.
In town the Punto Evo is easy to drive and park in small spaces, helped by good visibility and a near vertical rear end. All versions get a City button on the dash which makes the steering very light at low speeds - ideal for parallel parking. It's also good fun on more twisting roads with little body roll and plenty of grip in corners.
One letdown is the rather firm ride which struggles on bumpy or potholed roads. This is further highlighted on Sporting models fitted with larger 17-inch alloys. The gear change is also quite spongy and doesn't always have a positive shift, so you can often miss a gear.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.9 TwinAir | 67 mpg | 12.7 s | 98 g/km |
| 1.2 | 52–54 mpg | 13.9–14.4 s | 123–126 g/km |
| 1.3 MultiJet | 67–81 mpg | 11.7–13.6 s | 90–110 g/km |
| 1.3 MultiJet Eco | 79 mpg | 13.1 s | 95 g/km |
| 1.4 | 50–52 mpg | 13.2 s | 127–132 g/km |
| 1.4 Dualogic | 52 mpg | 13.2 s | 124 g/km |
| 1.4 MultiAir | 50–50 mpg | 8.5–10.8 s | 129–134 g/km |
| 1.6 MultiJet | 64 mpg | 9.0 s | 114 g/km |
Real MPG average for the Fiat Punto (2010 – 2018)
Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.
Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.
Average performance
81%
Real MPG
30–70 mpg
MPGs submitted
142
Fiat Punto (2010 – 2018) interior
- Boot space is 275–1030 litres
- Euro NCAP rating of four stars
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4065 mm |
| Width | 1687 mm |
| Height | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2510 mm |
The Punto Evo is available as either a three or a five-door and both offer good passenger space. The three-door model looks good (especially the Sporting models) but getting into the back is tricky - although no worse than any other three-door car of this size. There's enough space for four adults though, and the five-door is ideal for families as getting to the back seats is easy thanks to wide opening doors.
The interior has been given a revamp and the hard angles of the Grande Punto have been replaced with softer curves and higher quality switches, giving it a more inviting feel. Features such as the piano black stereo surround and deep-set dials add to the stylish look and it's comfortable too, helped by improved seats with decent support. Sporting models get sports seats with extra side support and they're certainly effective. The quality and finish are good, although there are some areas where the plastics don't feel as nice to touch.
Sound-proofing has been improved over the Grande Punto so the Punto Evo is noticeable quieter on the move, despite a little wind noise around the front pillars, especially on the three-door versions. It's disappointing that air conditioning isn't standard on all models (the base level Active does without it) and neither is ESP stability control, but the Punto Evo is still decent value, with all cars getting a CD stereo with steering-wheel mounted controls and electric windows.
The clever Blue&Me system is also fitted as standard. Developed with Microsoft, this lets you make and receive calls on the move and can even read out text messages. It allows you to listen to MP3 players or music stored on memory sticks via the USB port.
Elsewhere, the driving position is very good thanks to plenty of adjustment in the seat plus reach and height adjustment in the steering column. The boot is about average for this class of car, but the biggest gripe is the high boot lid which makes loading (and particularly) unloading anything heavy quite a struggle.
Equipment from launch (January 2010):
Active comes with electrically adjustable door mirrors, 15-inch steel wheels, height adjustable driver's seat, electric front windows, ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution, driver and passenger airbags, driver's knee airbag, Blue&Me and a CD stereo.
Dynamic gets a leather steering wheel, leather gear lever, split folding rear seats, air conditioning, side and window airbags, fitting for the Blue&Me TomTom sat nav.
Eleganza adds metallic finish bumper inserts, 16-inch alloy wheels, interior ambient lighting, cruise control, rear parking sensors, rain sensitive wipers, dual-zone climate control, ESP stability control with a hill holder function and a third rear head restraint.
GP comes with a rear spoiler, dark tinted headlights, front foglights, air conditioning but doesn't have the climate control, cruise control or ESP of the Eleganza.
Sporting has side skirts, a chrome exhaust pipe, 17-inch wheels, sports seats, cruise control, air conditioning and ESP.
Fiat Punto (2010 – 2018) models and specs
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4065 mm |
| Width | 1687 mm |
| Height | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2510 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1015–1190 kg |
| Boot Space | 275–1030 L |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Servicing | 18000–21000 miles |
| Spare Wheel | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Tyre-repair kit | ||
| Alternative | Full-size spare wheel | ||
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £10,175–£15,700 |
| Insurance Groups | 6–21 |
| Road Tax Bands | A–E |
| Official MPG | 49.6–80.7 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | 4 |
On sale until May 2019
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.2 8V 69hp Easy+ 5dr | £13,295 | 53.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| 1.2 8V 69hp Pop+ 5dr | £11,900 | 53.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| 1.4 8V 77hp Easy+ 5dr | £13,775 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| 1.4 8V 77hp Pop+ 5dr | £12,380 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
On sale until June 2017
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 0.9 Twin Air T 85hp Easy 3dr | £12,150 | 67.3 mpg | 12.7 s |
| 0.9 Twin Air T 85hp Easy 5dr | £12,750 | 67.3 mpg | 12.7 s |
| 0.9 Twin Air T 85hp Gbt 3dr | £12,650 | 67.3 mpg | 12.7 s |
| 0.9 Twin Air T 85hp Gbt 5dr | £13,250 | 67.3 mpg | 12.7 s |
| 1.2 8V 69hp Easy 3dr | £11,275 | 52.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| 1.2 8V 69hp Easy 5dr | £11,875 | 52.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| 1.2 8V 69hp Easy+ 3dr | £12,090 | 53.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| 1.2 8V 69hp Gbt 3dr | £11,775 | 52.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| 1.2 8V 69hp Gbt 5dr | £12,375 | 52.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| 1.2 8V 69hp Pop 3dr | £10,175 | 52.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| 1.2 8V 69hp Pop 5dr | £10,775 | 52.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| 1.2 8V 69hp Pop+ 3dr | £10,990 | 53.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| 1.3 MultiJet 85hp Easy 3dr | £13,775 | 80.7 mpg | 13.1 s |
| 1.3 MultiJet 85hp Easy 5dr | £14,375 | 80.7 mpg | 13.1 s |
| 1.3 MultiJet 85hp Gbt 3dr | £14,275 | 80.7 mpg | 13.1 s |
| 1.3 MultiJet 85hp Gbt 5dr | £14,875 | 80.7 mpg | 13.1 s |
| 1.4 16V MultiAir 105hp Easy 3dr | £12,360 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| 1.4 16V MultiAir 105hp Easy 5dr | £12,960 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| 1.4 8V 77hp Easy 3dr | £11,685 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| 1.4 8V 77hp Easy 5dr | £12,285 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| 1.4 8V 77hp Easy Dualogic 3dr | £11,850 | 52.3 mpg | 13.2 s |
| 1.4 8V 77hp Easy Dualogic 5dr | £12,450 | 52.3 mpg | 13.2 s |
| 1.4 8V 77hp Easy+ 3dr | £12,500 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| 1.4 8V 77hp Gbt 3dr | £12,185 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| 1.4 8V 77hp Gbt 5dr | £12,785 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| 1.4 8V 77hp Jet Black II 3dr | £12,125 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| 1.4 8V 77hp Sporting 3dr | £12,360 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| 1.4 8V 77hp Sporting 5dr | £12,960 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| 1.4 Multiair 16V 105hp Gbt 3dr | £12,860 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| 1.4 Multiair 16V 105hp Gbt 5dr | £13,460 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| 1.4 MultiAir 16V 105hp Sporting 3dr | £13,360 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| 1.4 MultiAir 16V 105hp Sporting 5dr | £13,960 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
On sale until April 2015
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Easy 1.2 8v 69 (without Stop and Start) 3dr | £11,275 | 52.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| Easy 1.2 8v 69 (without Stop and Start) 5dr | £11,875 | 52.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| Easy 1.3 MultiJet 85 3dr | £13,775 | 80.7 mpg | 13.1 s |
| Easy 1.3 MultiJet 85 5dr | £14,375 | 80.7 mpg | 13.1 s |
| Easy 1.4 8v 77 3dr | £11,685 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Easy 1.4 8v 77 5dr | £12,285 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| GBT 1.2 8v (without Stop and Start) 69 5dr | £12,375 | 52.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| GBT 1.3 MultiJet 85 3dr | £14,275 | 80.7 mpg | 13.1 s |
| GBT 1.3 MultiJet 85 5dr | £14,875 | 80.7 mpg | 13.1 s |
| GBT 1.4 8v 77 3dr | £12,185 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| GBT 1.4 8v 77 5dr | £12,785 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| JET BLACK 2 3dr | £12,000 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Pop 1.2 8v 69 (without Stop and Start) 3dr | £10,175 | 52.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
| Pop 1.2 8v 69 (without Stop and Start) 5dr | £10,775 | 52.3 mpg | 14.4 s |
On sale until June 2014
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Sporting 1.4 8v 77 3dr | £12,355 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Sporting 1.4 8v 77 5dr | £12,955 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
On sale until May 2014
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Easy 1.4 8v Dualogic 3dr Auto | £11,850 | 52.3 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Easy 1.4 8v Dualogic 5dr Auto | £12,450 | 52.3 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Easy 1.4 MultiAir 3dr | £12,355 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| Easy 1.4 MultiAir 5dr | £12,955 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| Easy TwinAir 0.9 Twin-Air T 3dr | £12,150 | 67.3 mpg | 12.7 s |
| Easy TwinAir 0.9 Twin-Air T 5dr | £12,750 | 67.3 mpg | 12.7 s |
| GBT 1.4 MultiAir 3dr | £12,855 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| GBT 1.4 MultiAir 5dr | £13,455 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| GBT TwinAir 0.9 Twin-Air T 3dr | £12,650 | 67.3 mpg | 12.7 s |
| GBT TwinAir 0.9 Twin-Air T 5dr | £13,250 | 67.3 mpg | 12.7 s |
| Sporting 1.4 MultiAir 3dr | £13,355 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| Sporting 1.4 MultiAir 5dr | £13,955 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
On sale until July 2013
On sale until June 2012
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Active 1.2 8v 3dr | £10,400 | 54.3 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Active 1.2 8v 5dr | £11,000 | 54.3 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Active 1.3 MultiJet 5dr | £13,000 | 68.9 mpg | 13.6 s |
| Dynamic 1.2 8v 5dr | £11,900 | 54.3 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Dynamic 1.3 MultiJet 3dr | £13,300 | 68.9 mpg | 13.6 s |
| Dynamic 1.3 MultiJet 5dr | £13,900 | 68.9 mpg | 13.6 s |
| Dynamic 1.4 8v 3dr | £11,505 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Dynamic 1.4 8v 5dr | £12,105 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Dynamic 1.4 8v Dualogic 3dr Auto | £12,000 | 52.3 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Dynamic 1.4 8v Dualogic 5dr Auto | £12,600 | 52.3 mpg | 13.2 s |
| GP 1.3 MultiJet 3dr | £14,000 | 68.9 mpg | 13.6 s |
| GP 1.3 MultiJet 5dr | £14,600 | 68.9 mpg | 13.6 s |
| GP 1.4 8v 3dr | £12,005 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| GP 1.4 8v 5dr | £12,605 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| GP 1.4 MultiAir 3dr | £13,005 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| GP 1.4 MultiAir 5dr | £13,605 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| MyLife 1.2 8v 3dr | £11,350 | 54.3 mpg | 13.9 s |
| MyLife 1.2 8v 5dr | £11,950 | 54.3 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Sporting 1.4 MultiAir 3dr | £14,500 | 50.4 mpg | 8.5 s |
| Sporting 1.6 MultiJet 3dr | £15,700 | 64.2 mpg | 9.0 s |
On sale until April 2012
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Active 1.3 MultiJet 3dr | £12,400 | 68.9 mpg | 13.6 s |
| Dynamic 1.2 8v 3dr | £11,300 | 54.3 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Dynamic 1.4 MultiAir 3dr | £12,500 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
| Dynamic 1.4 MultiAir 5dr | £13,100 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
On sale until March 2011
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Dynamic 1.3 MultiJet Eco 3dr | £13,195 | 78.5 mpg | 13.1 s |
| Dynamic 1.3 MultiJet Eco 5dr | £13,795 | 78.5 mpg | 13.1 s |
On sale until March 2010
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Active 1.4 3dr | £10,985 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Active 1.4 5dr | £11,585 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Dynamic 1.4 3dr | £11,785 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Dynamic 1.4 3dr Auto | £11,785 | 52.3 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Dynamic 1.4 5dr | £12,385 | 49.6 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Dynamic 1.4 5dr Auto | £12,385 | 52.3 mpg | 13.2 s |
| Eleganza 1.3 MultiJet 5dr | £15,160 | 67.3 mpg | 11.7 s |
| Eleganza 1.3 MultiJet 5dr Auto | £15,160 | 68.9 mpg | 11.7 s |
| Eleganza 1.4 MultiAir 5dr | £14,085 | 49.6 mpg | 10.8 s |
Model History
- January 2010
- February 2011: Punto MyLife introduced
- June 2012
- August 2013
- April 2014: Punto Jet Black 2 launched
- May 2015
- September 2017
January 2010
The Punto Evo is a development of the Grande Punto with a 500 derived front after research showed that women were put off by the Maserati look of the Grande Punto. At the top end of the Punto Evo range, the highly specified Sporting 1.4 MultiAir version includes sports seats, cruise control, side skirts, air conditioning, sports suspension and 17-inch alloy wheels as standard.
Available with a choice of five low emissions, Euro 5 engines, all fitted with Start&Stop as standard, the Punto Evo comes in five different trim levels – Active, Dynamic, GP, Eleganza and Sporting.
Among the engine line-up are two technically advanced power units featuring Fiat’s new MultiAir technology. The full list includes: 1.4 8-valve petrol, 1.4 16-valve MultiAir petrol (105bhp and 135bhp) and 1.3 16-valve MultiJet diesel (75bhp and 95bhp).
Standard equipment in the entry-level Active model includes ABS anti-lock brakes with EBD, driver, passenger and knee airbags, radio/CD/MP3 player, power steering, electric mirrors and Blue&Me infotainment.
Dynamic trim level adds such equipment as side and window airbags, leather steering wheel and air conditioning, while Eleganza models get alloy wheels, cruise control and rear parking sensors as standard. The GP specification includes rear spoiler, dark tinted headlights and foglights. The Punto Evo went on sale through Fiat’s 170-strong UK dealer network in January 2010.
February 2011
Punto MyLife introduced
Comes with dark tinted headlights and burnished tail lights to give a sporty look and feel. The car also gets body-coloured door handles, 15-inch sports style alloy wheels and front fog lights
Inside Punto MyLife has an enhanced soft touch black dashboard with sporty perforated inserts. As standard, it features Blue&Me telecommunications and information with the facility for TomTom sat nav, Start&Stop with Gear Shift Indicator and air conditioning. Available with Fiat’s 1.2-litre 8v (69bhp) engine, Punto MyLife current price is £9,995 (3-door) and £10,595 (5-door).
June 2012
FIAT Punto Evo received a facelift and a namechange, removing the FIAT 500 look and replacing it with a look more like the original 'Maserati grille' Punto of 2006 and reverting to being called plain 'Punto'. 85hp 875cc TwinAir engine introduced. Prices:
FIAT Punto 1.2 Pop 8v 3-door £9,900
FIAT Punto 1.2 Pop 8v 5-door £10,500
FIAT Punto 875 TwinAir 3-door £12,100
FIAT Punto 875 TwinAir 5-door £12,700
FIAT Punto Multijet 85PS Easy 3-door £13,400
FIAT Punto Multijet 85PS Easy 5-door £14,000
FIAT Punto Multijet 85PS Lounge 3-door £15,000
FIAT Punto Multijet 85PS Lounge 5-door £15,600
FIAT Punto MultAir 135PS Lounge 3-door £15,200
August 2013
Slow selling Punto range enhanced again with new 'Sporting trim' level and specification upgrades across the line-up, providing better value for money. Available with either three or five doors and with a choice of five low emission Euro 5 engines, Fiat's Punto now comes with a revised line-up of four main trim levels, Pop, Easy, GBT and the new Sporting.
The previous Lounge and TwinAir trim levels have been deleted from the range with the award-winning TwinAir engine now available as an engine choice on both Easy and GBT trim levels. The engine line up comprises: 1.2 8-valve petrol (69hp), 1.4 8-valve petrol (77hp), 1.4 8-valve petrol (77hp) Dualogic, 1.4 16-valve MultiAir petrol (105hp), TwinAir 0.9-litre petrol (85hp) and 1.3 16-valve MultiJet diesel (85hp).
Standard equipment in the entry-level Pop model includes remote central locking, electric front windows, driver and passenger airbags, window airbags, radio/CD/MP3 player, Dualdrive electric power steering and a height-adjustable driver's seat.
This specification has been further enhanced with a new dashboard with diamond embossing which is now aligned to the rest of the range, colour-coded door handles and door mirrors and the addition of a driver's knee airbag as standard. Both Easy and GBT trim levels have also been enhanced with upgraded, sculpted, black Castiglio fabric seats, the addition of front fog lights with cornering function, dashboard and door ambient lighting and side airbags as standard.
The GBT trim level now also sports 16-inch 7-spoke 2-tone Sportline alloy wheels, replacing the previous 15-inch Sportline alloy wheels. The new exciting Sporting trim level joins the Punto range, building on the success of the GBT, while reinforcing Punto's sporty credentials.
Standard equipment on the Sporting trim level includes body coloured rear spoiler and side skirts, gloss black painted roof, sports suspension, gloss black electrically adjustable heated door mirrors, ‘Tarmac finish' dashboard, black interior roof lining, sports leather steering wheel, leather gear knob and handbrake lever, specific ‘Sporting' dark headlamps, front fog lights with cornering function, dark tinted privacy glass, chrome exhaust tailpipe and 16-inch 7- spoke 2-tone black Sportline alloy wheels.
The Sporting trim level is available with the 1.4 8-valve petrol (77hp) and 1.4 16-valve MultiAir petrol (105hp) engines and available with either three or five doors.
April 2014
Punto Jet Black 2 launched
Available as a three-door only, the Punto Jet Black 2 is finished in Crossover Black metallic paint and is equipped with dark tinted rear privacy glass and smoked, 12-spoke, 17-inch alloy wheels as standard. Body-coloured side skirts and a matching rear spoiler, sports suspension, front fog lights, special side stripes and a tailgate logo complete the bespoke look. It's priced at £12,000.
May 2015
Haynes manual now available for Grande Punto, Punto Evo and Punto hatchbacks with 1.2 litre (1242cc) & 1.4 litre (1368cc) petrol engines. from 2006 to 2015. Does NOT cover 'TwinAir', 'Multiair' or 'T-Jet' petrol models, diesel models, dual-fuel models, 'Dualogic' transmission, Abarth models or Van. Does NOT cover models from earlier Punto range available through 2006 and
2007 (sometimes known as 'Punto Classic'). Book no 5956, ISBN 9780857339560. Price £22.50. From Haynes.
September 2017
Fiat Punto in Easy+ trim now comes with a proper built-in satnav and no longer the 'blue & me' tom tom power cradle on top of the dash which Fiat seems to have quietly dropped.
What to watch out for
Reader reports that an official fix for the 1,242cc EU6 engine problem in FIAT Pandas 500s and Punto 1.2 Pop models has finally reached dealers from FIAT.
07-11-2016:Report of dash warning: 'Start Stop / Airbags Not Available' when starting ignition. Local garage says machine cannot identify the fault. Needs OBDII interrogation by kit compatible with FIAT ECU.
06-10-2017:Timing belt failed on 2013 FIAT Uno 1.4 MultiAir at 45,000 miles. Repair bill was £1,290 including fresh timing belt. Serviced by FIAT until warranty expired, then by local independent FIAT specialist.
22-10-2018:Report of repeated problems with FIAT Punto 1.4 Dualogic automated manual that FIAT dealer and numerous independent garages have been unable to resolve.
18-03-2019:Crurious case of 2010 FIAT Punto Evo GP 1.4 8v with 60k on the clock. The car is well maintained, but at 70mph the engine is noticeably louder (roaring) than at 60 and then it's quieter again even at 80.
