Fiat Punto Light Van Commercial...
Based on the latest version of Fiat's Punto car introduced at the end of 2003, the front wheel drive Punto Van is available with a 1.3-litre common rail turbo diesel, 70 bhp and peak torque of 133 Ib/ft (1,750rpm).
Front suspension includes independent MacPherson struts and an anti-roll bar while the rear relies on a torque axle. Telescopic dampers are fitted all round. Dual drive electro-hydraulic power steering comes as standard. Prod the 'City' button on the dash and you'll be given extra assistance.
With a gross weight of 1,570kg the JTD Punto Van offers a maximum payload of 510kg.
Access to the 1 m³ cargo bay is by means of a hatch-type door, complete with a wash/wipe system. A half-height steel bulkhead topped off by a full height plastic grille is fitted.
Punto Van boasts an attractive looking dashboard and lots of oddment storage space.
This 1.3JTD engine is a revelation. It provides plenty of punch and there's ample low-down grunt. The ride and handling are good.
Fuel consumption is excellent at 64mpg, especially considering the performance potential.
The service interval is 12,000 miles, which seems a little too frequent for a common rail TD. An immobiliser is fitted as standard.
We like this 1.3 JTD-engined Punto Van. It is fuel-efficient and packs plenty of performance, but it is tarnished slightly by the over assisted power steering. Punto Grande replacement due in June.
ENGINE SIZE: CtD1.3, P1.2
ENGINE POWER (bhp): CO/70, P/60
PAYLOAD (kg): 510
MPG: 64 (JTD)
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