2016 Auto Expo: Fiat Linea 125s Unveiled; Launch in Q2, 2016

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2016 Auto Expo: Fiat Linea 125s Unveiled; Launch in Q2, 2016

Fiat Linea 125s, the more powerful version of the Italian carmaker's mid-sized sedan, was recently unveiled at the 2016 Auto Expo.

By car&bike Team

Published on February 8, 2016

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Fiat Linea 125s, the more powerful version of the Italian carmaker's mid-sized sedan, was recently unveiled at the 2016 Auto Expo. Amongst the three Fiat cars to be displayed at the motorshow, the Fiat Linea 125s launch in India is scheduled for Q2, 2016. Other than the sedan, Fiat also launched the Punto Pure and showcased the Urban Cross. Fiat Linea 125s will utilise the services of a 1.4-litre turbocharged T-Jet petrol unit that develops 123bhp along with 210Nm of maximum torque. The current Fiat Linea is also powered by the same engine albeit in a lower state of tune; it offers 112bhp and 207Nm of peak torque. One must note the Linea 125s will become the most powerful car in the mid-size sedan segment upon its launch in the country. Also Read: Auto Expo 2016: Top 10 Cars While the Fiat Linea 125s' design remains largely similar to the normal sedan, it does get black stripes across the grille and air dam, '125s' badging on the boot lid, and a blacked-out roof. In terms of features, the carmaker said the Fiat Linea 125s will get touchscreen infotainment system with satellite navigation, automatic dual projector head-lamps, rear parking sensors, and rain sensing wipers. List of safety provisions will include dual airbags, ABS and EBD. Fiat Linea 125s Rivals: Honda City and Hyundai Verna Fiat Linea 125s Specs: Engine: 1.4L T-Jet Power: 123bhp Torque: 210Nm Fiat Linea 125s Features: Touchscreen infotainment system with SAT-NAV Automatic dual projector head-lamps Parking sensors Rain sensing wipers Dual airbags ABS EBD Also Read: Auto Expo Highlights: Day 1 | Day 2