Fiat begins testing the next-generation Punto. EDIT: Named Argo

CrAzY dRiVeR · 17th May 2017, 20:33

Revealed -

Fiat begins testing the next-generation Punto. EDIT: Named Argo-img_20170517_204135.jpg

Fiat begins testing the next-generation Punto. EDIT: Named Argo-img_20170517_204000.jpg

Quite similar to the Tipo, but a looker nevertheless. Too bad this wont be coming to India anytime soon.

volkman10 · 18th May 2017, 07:56

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Originally Posted by CrAzY dRiVeR

Too bad this wont be coming to India anytime soon.

New reports indicate FIAT ARGO is India bound. Time frame not known. A spin off of this could be a crossover too!

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While we can't confirm if it will be available in Europe or not, the model is likely to play a role in India sooner or later. From what we hear, Fiat will also spawn a small crossover from this platform, though one specifically designed for the South American market

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Meanwhile spied pic of the FIAT ARGO instrument cluster,
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Porschefire · 18th May 2017, 14:07

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Is it hard for the folks at Fiat to route the exhaust tip in a better way? It already is an eyesore on an otherwise brilliant looking Punto and Linea and this one appears to be the same!

The car looks fantastic IMO and they should get this to India asap rather than continue milking the dying cows.

Rokztar · 18th May 2017, 15:01

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Meanwhile spied pic of the FIAT ARGO instrument cluster,
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This is a Mercedes centre console.

A-Class family if im not mistaken.

Even the map is centered in Sindelfingen

Additionally the side profile of the car looks too similar to the current Ford Figo

ghodlur · 18th May 2017, 15:03

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Originally Posted by CrAzY dRiVeR

Quite similar to the Tipo, but a looker nevertheless. Too bad this wont be coming to India anytime soon.

Not impressed at all. Too many folds and creases, no smooth lines which made the Punto looking hot. The rear wiper isn't stubby looking either. Maybe the Indian version (if at all it makes here) might see many more modifications I guess.

raghu.bramha · 19th May 2017, 17:11

All these years and they come up with i20 Elite -look-alike??? Flabbergasted to say the least. Where are the gods of italian design?
But something is better than nothing, Hopefully the engines and chassis is still good enough. Sigh!

dheepak10 · 19th May 2017, 17:50

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Quite similar to the Tipo, but a looker nevertheless. Too bad this wont be coming to India anytime soon.

Looks like the Grand i10 and the Elite i20 had a kid.Looks good in black though. But doesn't look like a Fiat design from any angle.

CrAzY dRiVeR · 19th May 2017, 18:08

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But something is better than nothing, Hopefully the engines and chassis is still good enough. Sigh!

After seeing the reviews about Tipo and Aegea, I don't have high hopes. But then again, Europeans have much higher expectations than us.

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But doesn't look like a Fiat design from any angle.

Looks very similar to the Tipo and Mobi. This is the new family look for FIAT, whether or not that's a good thing.

volkman10 · 19th May 2017, 20:21

Interiors of the Argo again!

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And engines,

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CrAzY dRiVeR · 19th May 2017, 21:31

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Originally Posted by volkman10

Interiors of the Argo again!

What is there on top of the console that looks like a cassette player from the 90s? A real eyesore!

informmaha · 20th May 2017, 11:52

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Originally Posted by dheepak10

Looks like the Grand i10 and the Elite i20 had a kid.Looks good in black though. But doesn't look like a Fiat design from any angle.

Thank God, there is one more person who has same eyes as mine, I too felt its a combination of i20 elite and grand i10. If at all this vehicle comes here, would it be able to match the sales numbers that i20 is making? would have to wait and see.

volkman10 · 20th May 2017, 20:25

Officially Argo shows its interiors.

Fiat begins testing the next-generation Punto. EDIT: Named Argo-fiatargo2018interiorvideo1.jpg

Fiat begins testing the next-generation Punto. EDIT: Named Argo-fiatargo2018interiorvideo2.jpg

Fiat begins testing the next-generation Punto. EDIT: Named Argo-fiatargo2018interiorvideo4.jpg

sub.g84 · 22nd May 2017, 13:45

I personally liked the design. Also the alloys are drool worthy. Not sure how they would come out in the production spec though. Did anyone notice the new style of the word "FIAT" written at the rear? Also any news if this is going to have an HPS or does this also come with the sad EPS like it's elder sibling the Aegea?

All said and done, when it comes to Fiat in India, it's the marketing that always spoils the party. I would find it interesting to see when Fiat launches this in India and how they treat the marketing of it. Especially now that they have a new found love with Jeep in India.

volkman10 · 23rd May 2017, 07:48

The very first Pic of ARGO in blue. Draws mixed reaction.

This is the Argo sports version - HGT, using the 1.8 E. Torq EVO engine of up to 139 CV, along with the 6AT configuration.

Fiat begins testing the next-generation Punto. EDIT: Named Argo-fiatargohgtflagra.jpg

Interiors,
Highlight for traction and stability controls, start & Stop, and multimedia central U-connect.

Fiat begins testing the next-generation Punto. EDIT: Named Argo-1.jpg

Fiat begins testing the next-generation Punto. EDIT: Named Argo-fiatargonafabrica.jpg

Fiat begins testing the next-generation Punto. EDIT: Named Argo-fiatargofabrica.jpg

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volkman10 · 23rd May 2017, 19:58

Now the rear view of Fiat Argo .. Hyundai-ish?

Fiat begins testing the next-generation Punto. EDIT: Named Argo-18580731_231523630668271_6354673112528715776_n.jpg

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sub.g84 BHPian Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: ML05/KA03 Posts: 112 Thanked: 591 Times View My Garage	Re: Fiat begins testing the next-generation Punto. EDIT: Named Argo I personally liked the design. Also the alloys are drool worthy. Not sure how they would come out in the production spec though. Did anyone notice the new style of the word "FIAT" written at the rear? Also any news if this is going to have an HPS or does this also come with the sad EPS like it's elder sibling the Aegea? All said and done, when it comes to Fiat in India, it's the marketing that always spoils the party. I would find it interesting to see when Fiat launches this in India and how they treat the marketing of it. Especially now that they have a new found love with Jeep in India.
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