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http://www.leftlanenews.com/fiat-launches-facelifted-punto-in-india.html Fiat launches facelifted Punto Evo hatchback in India Fiat's Indian division has published the first official images of the facelifted Punto hatchback. Called Punto Evo locally, the Indian-spec Punto stands out from the model sold in Europe thanks to more angular headlights and a new bumper that incorporates a wider radiator grille and a bigger air dam. New paint colors, LED tail lamps and numerous chrome-look accents all around finish off the updates. Inside, the differences between the two models are minor and largely limited to market-specific trim. The two cars share the same dashboard, the same steering wheel and the same seats. The Punto Evo can be equipped with automatic A/C, cruise control, LED ambient lighting and Bluetooth connectivity, while top two trim levels come standard with front and side airbags. The Punto's entry-level engine is a 1.2-liter four-cylinder that generates 68 horsepower. Buyers looking for more power can order a 90-horsepower 16-valve 1.4-liter unit, and Fiat offers a 1.3-liter turbodiesel rated at either 76 or 93 horsepower. All engines send power to the front wheels via a manual transmission. The facelifted Fiat Punto will go on sale across India next week. Pricing information hasn't been published yet. What's Next? The European-spec Punto will not undergo similar updates. An earlier report indicates the nameplate will be phased out entirely in the next couple of years and replaced by a similarly-sized hatchback with a 500-inspired design that will slot between the standard 500 and the larger 500L. Expected to ride on an evolution of the Dodge Dart's Compact U.S. Wide platform, the yet-unnamed Punto replacement will go head-to-head against the Ford Fiesta. Read more: http://www.leftlanenews.com/fiat-launches-facelifted-punto-in-india.html#ixzz3A57xLWaq ===================== Norway's wealth fund voted against Fiat-Chrysler merger: http://europe.autonews.com/article/20140807/ANE/140809837/norways-wealth-fund-voted-against-fiat-chrysler-merger Fiat Chrysler merger now awaits shareholder buy-in: http://europe.autonews.com/article/20140811/ANE/140809872/fiat-chrysler-merger-now-awaits-shareholder-buy-in