2021 Fiat Tipo Introduced With Updated Looks, Improved Tech And New Cross Variant
The new Tipo Cross features plastic body cladding, silver skid plates and an increased ride height
Fiat has freshened the Tipo lineup and introduced an all-new Cross variant which is described as the "missing link of a crossover."
Starting with the exterior, the 2021 Tipo features a revised grille which now sports prominent "FIAT" lettering. It's flanked by new LED headlights which promise to improve visibility.
Additional changes are limited, but the model adopts a revised front bumper and additional chrome trim. Elsewhere, there are new LED taillights and restyled wheels that measure 16- and 17-inches.
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Continuing into the cabin, the Tipo features a new 7-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.25-inch UConnect 5 infotainment system. Drivers will also find revised switchgear and an updated steering wheel.
Of course, the big news is the Tipo Cross which is based on the five-door hatchback. Designed to appeal to would-be crossover buyers, the model has a ruggedized exterior with plastic body cladding, silver skid plates and meatier tires. The car has also been equipped with a revised suspension that increases the ride height by approximately 1.6 inches (4 cm).
Under the hood, there's a new 1.0-liter three-cylinder petrol engine that produces 99 hp (74 kW / 100 PS) and 140 lb-ft (190 Nm) of torque. It's a sizeable improvement over the current 1.4-liter engine which develops 94 hp (70 kW / 95 PS) and up to 94 lb-ft (127 Nm) of torque. Despite the performance gains, Fiat said the 1.0-liter engine boasts "seriously lower consumption and emissions."
On the diesel side, there's upgraded 1.6-liter Multijet engine that now produces up to 128 hp (96 kW / 130 PS) – an increase of 10 hp (7 kW / 10 PS). Customers can also get a 94 hp (70 kW / 95 PS) diesel engine which promises to be more eco-friendly.