Fiat India is trying everything to improve its market share in the highly competitive Indian automotive industry. The Italian automaker launched the updated Punto Evo with improved looks and features in 2014. Though the engine options remained unchanged. Interestingly, the company is now planning to launch the performance-oriented version of the Punto Evo hatchback with the highly acclaimed T-Jet engine.
The performance oriented Punto Evo will be powered by a 1.4-litre, turbocharged engine that churns out a maximum power output of 114PS and a peak torque of 207Nm. The Punto T-jet is likely to be quicker than the Linea T-Jet due to the lower Kerb weight of the hatchback. It will be the most powerful hatchback under Rs. 10 lakh in the country, which was held by the Fiat Palio 1.6.
The Fiat Punto T-Jet will directly rival against the like Volkswagen Polo GT TSI. Unlike the Polo, the Italian hatchback will be equipped with a manual gearbox. It is expected that the Punto T-Jet will get sportier styling, including a new set of alloy wheels and body graphics. The company is also planning to introduce the Abarth version of the new Punto Evo in the Indian market.
Interestingly, the home-grown automaker, Tata Motors will also launch the sporty Bolt Sport in the country by the end of this year. The Bolt Sport will be introduced under the company's new performance brand, which will be launched by the end of this year.
