New Fiat 500C convertible on sale in UK now
Author: MotorTorque Team
Published: 02 July 2009
The new Fiat 500 C convertible goes on sale in the UK today (Thursday 2 July).
The Fiat 500 C is available in three colours (ivory, red and black), while the soft top is matched with various paint finishes with odd names, including pearlescent Ragamuffin Red, a Tech House Grey and Goth-Metal Blue.
The Fiat 500 C uses a deeper windscreen than the Fiat 500, which extends to the fabric roof. An electronic system automatically lifts the hood a few centimetres to allow the boot to be fully opened. The luggage compartment has a capacity of 182 litres
As an option, the interior of the Fiat 500 C can be upholstered in black, beige or red Frau leather.
The electrically operated soft top can be controlled either by buttons next to the interior roof light, or from the car’s remote control unit. In addition, the soft top can be operated at any speed under 37 mph.
An optional wind-stop can be positioned behind the rear headrests, resulting in a 'notable reduction' in turbulence for all passengers, at all speeds.
The new Fiat 500 C retains the same dimensions as the hatchback (355 cm long, 165 cm wide and 149 cm high) and shares all three of its lively, economical, low emissions power units: the 75 bhp 1.3-litre MultiJet turbodiesel engine combined with a five-speed manual gearbox, together with the 69 bhp 1.2 litre and 100 bhp 1.4 litre petrol engines, both available with manual or Dualogic semi-automatic robotised gearboxes.
Seven airbags are offered as standard equipment, while active safety includes ABS with electronic brake distribution; an electronic stability program (ESP); anti-slip regulation (ASR), a Hill Holder system and hydraulic brake assistance (HBA) to help with emergency stops.
The UK range starts with the Pop version, which includes electric power steering, manual climate control, radio/CD/MP3 player, height-adjustable steering wheel, height-adjustable front seat, central locking and electric windows, ignition key with customisable remote control, and an ‘active’ boot handle.
The Lounge version includes chrome trim on the side windows, exhaust tail pipe, the interior door handle inserts, gear lever and the front and rear bumpers. Standard equipment includes automatic climate control, ESP, fog lights and parking sensors. The 185/55 R15 alloy wheels and electric wing mirrors painted to match the body.
Xenon headlights with integrated headlamp washers, Frau leather interior, leather gear knob, Hi-Fi Interscope sound system and special 16-inch spoked alloy wheels are options on both Pop and Lounge versions.
Gadgetry includes multifunctional portable navigation system Blue&Me MAP, eco:Drive, and a Hi-Fi system, which was designed and created specifically for the Fiat 500 and comes with a radio/CD/MP3 player.
Prices will start at £11,300.
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