The Fiat Tipo hatchback and sedan have been given a makeover, and are now available in SA. Here’s detailed specification and pricing for these models.

The refreshed Fiat Tipo has been given a full refresh, both inside and out. Fiat claims the model now has more elegance and a more dynamic look.

At the front, there’s the new Fiat logo, with the Tipo being the first new product to receive it. There are also new redesigned headlights featuring daytime running lights and LEDs. There’s some brushed chrome detailing and depending on trim, 16- or 17-inch alloy wheels with a diamond finish.

The cabin also gets a makeover with new fabric seats, a new 3.5-inch TFT digital cluster which replaces the basic analogue instrument panel. There’s also a new UConnect 5-inch radio. The steering wheel has been redesigned to offer more visibility to the dashboard.

Fiat Tipo Trim Levels

The updated Fiat Tipo is available in either four-door sedan or five-door hatchback, with three levels of specification: TIPO, CITY LIFE and LIFE. Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) is now standard across the Tipo range as is Fiat’s Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system.

Keyless entry is model dependent, as well as a reverse camera and front parking sensors, and a USB port for the rear seats are just some of the features mentioned.

Kicking off the range is the Fiat Tipo sedan with a 1.4-litre petrol engine with 70 kW and 127 Nm, and a 6-speed manual gearbox. Standard features include a height adjustable driver’s seat, manual air conditioning and electric windows for front-seat occupants along with Bluetooth audio with controls on the steering wheel. There are hubcaps on 15-inch steel wheels.

The sedan is also available in CITY LIFE and LIFE derivatives. CITY LIFE models provide a host of comfort and convenience features as standard, adding automatic air conditioning, multi-function steering wheel in leather, electric mirrors, and remote central locking, along with 16-inch alloy wheels. Front fog lights further distinguish CITY LIFE sedans.

CITY LIFE sedans also benefit from cruise control, rear-view camera and front and rear parking sensors. The infotainment system includes Navigation along with the 3.5-inch TFT display.

If you go for the automatic CITY LIFE Tipo sedan, you’ll get 17-inch alloy wheels, gloss black door handles as well as a more potent 1.6-litre engine with 81 kW and 152 Nm. Automatic headlights and wipers add to the package.

Fiat Tipo hatchback is available in CITY LIFE and LIFE models with either 1.4-litre petrol six-speed manual or 1.6-litre six-speed automatic drivetrains. This model gets a rearview camera as standard as well as a height-adjustable driver’s seat, floor mats and steering wheel control while riding on 16-inch alloy wheels. LED headlights are standard too, as is the new 3.5-inch TFT display and 5-inch navigation radio.

LIFE hatchback gets cruise control and driver seat lumbar support adjustment along with keyless-go, automatic headlights and rain sensor, electrochromatic rearview mirror as well as 17-inch alloy wheels.

How much does the updated Fiat Tipo cost in South Africa?

All Fiat Tipos are covered by Fiat’s 5 years/100 000km warranty and 3 years/100 000km service plan.

Tipo Sedan R299 900

Tipo Sedan City Life R369 900

Tipo Sedan City Life Auto R429 900

Tipo Hatch City Life R369 900

Tipo Hatch Life R399 900

Tipo Hatch Life Auto R419 900

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