India knew the world standard of hatchback was only by the arrival of Punto. The awesome Italian touch in design and world famous multi-jet engine were given to Punto by Fiat and makes it a extra ordinary cars.  Maruti hot seller swift has the same engine of Fiat and also it has good drivability. Then we can think about the drivability of Punto when that engine was attached to it’s own body. That's why the Punto is a driver’s car. The 93 bhp model of Punto is the Punto Sport. And it can claim the most powerful hatchback in India. For the 1.3 l diesel engine,the power is 91.7 bhp. It can provide a maximum torque of 209 Nm at comparitively low rpm. It has high skill in the highway cruzing. The body rolling is only slightly occures, and thus the cofidence of driver will improved. We are also gives thanks to widthy tyre and to accurated five speed manual gearbox. 

The beautiful three spoke steering wheel with necessary control buttons increase the standard of interior into a Italian feel. And Punto is also well known for it’s outstanding handling. Now in the current market,no one can overtake Punto in the building quality and in the case of stability of the car. The drivability will again increased in 90 bhp and also the noise vibration insulation will become better. The one and only drawback in drivability is the turbo-lag of the vehicle. 

Features

The driving seat provides good satisfaction to the driver while driving. And it also gives more supports for head and leg in long drives. The plastic quality of interior is improved than earlier models. Another main features are given below:
  1. Automatic climate control
  2. Adjustable driving seat
  3. 12 volt socket
  4. Follow me head lamps
  5. Rear time mileage indicator
  6. Electric cotrolled rear view mirrors
  7. Leather covered steering wheel
  8. Power windows
  9. Rear de-fogger and wiper
  10. Keyless entry
  11. Tiltable steering
  12. Blue and me facility
  13. Steerio with four speakers

Safety


  • Anti-lock breaking system(ABS) with EBD
  • Two airbags
  • Automatic door lock function
  • Central locking


Specifications


  • Engine                           : 4cyl 
  • Displacement               :1248 cc(diesel)  ; 1172 cc(petrol)
  • Max Power                   :91.7 bhp
  • Max torque                   :201 Nm
  • Gear transmission       :5 speed
  • Kerb weight                  :1115 kg
  • Top speed                     :178 kmph
  • Acceleration (0-100)   :10.9 sec     
  • Mileage                         :15.7 Kmpl
  • Price(INR)                     :5.18-7.95 lakhs  
            


Why Punto?

It is a real powerful hatchback which having excellent drivability and stability. Awesome look and spacies interior are also the main highlights.