Fiat Linea 2012-2014 1.4 Dynamic

Linea 2012-2014 1.4 Dynamic Review

The Fiat Linea petrol lineup is one of the most refined premium sedans in the country's car bazaar. This sedan lineup is being sold in both petrol and diesel engine variants for the customers to choose from. Fiat India has blessed this elegant luxury sedan with quite a number of comfort features, which will add to the convenience of the driver as well as the other occupants of this sedan. Apart from these convenience features, the Fiat Linea Dynamic variant also has some very important and essential safety features, which will further enhance the security and protection of the passengers and the sedan. The engine of this stunning sedan is a power packed 1.4-litre advanced FIRE petrol mill that is mated with a 5-speed manual transmission. The fuel efficiency of this majestic premium sedan is also quite good along with an excellent pickup and efficient handling. This sedan is compatible with all the norms of Bharat Stage IV, which makes it one of the best sedans in its segment that gives out lesser emissions.

Exteriors

The exteriors are simply amazing with a marvelous overall aerodynamic profile and other conspicuous features, which will certainly enthrall the buyers in the first glance. The front facade of this sedan is done up carefully and the front grille has a chrome surround. This radiator grille is surrounded by a large head light cluster that has been fitted with high intensity dual parabola lamps. Below this grille is the body which has been integrated with a pair of bright round shaped fog lamps. The side profile has body coloured ORVMs. The neatly carved wheel arches have been fitted with a set of sturdy 15-inch alloy wheels, which are covered with radial tubeless tyres of size 195/60 R15 . The rear end gets a large and curvy boot lid with a big wind shield, while the top has a newly designed roof antenna for the FM radio. This premium sedan also has a tail pipe, which is finished with chrome and makes this sedan look sporty. Fiat India is selling this luxury sedan with some very vibrant colours including Dazzling Oceanic Blue metallic finish, a wonderful Tuscan Wine metallic finish, a subtle Minimal Grey finish option, a graceful Sunbeam Beige metallic finish, a Sparkling Bossa Nova White metallic finish and an elegant Hip Hop Black metallic finish option as well. The overall dimensions of this premium sedan are very spacious. The total length of this roomy sedan is about 4560mm along with an overall width of 1730mm, which also includes the stuck out ORVMs. The total height of this petrol sedan is close to 1487mm, while the large and extremely comfortable wheel base of this premium car is close to 2603mm, which is quite exceptional and gives ample leg room along with apt shoulder and head space to all the occupants inside it. The boot compartment capacity of this Fiat Linea Dynamic is nearly 500 litres, while it also has a centrally mounted fuel tank, which can store up to 45 litres of petrol in it.

Interiors

The interiors are plush and are done up tastefully with high quality material with comfortable seating arrangement, which can effortlessly accommodate 5 passengers. The insides have luxuriant seats which have been covered with high quality premium fabric based upholstery. The seating arrangement is very generous with comfortable seats that have lumbar support along with amazing back as well as thigh support. The interior surfaces are crafted with high quality plastics, giving this premium sedan a sophisticated look. There are quite a few storage spaces with a big glove box, bottle and cup holders, a sun glass holder along with both driver and front passenger side sun visor, which add to the usefulness of the insides. The dual-tone soft dashboard is very smooth and has the center console, which houses the music system as well as the AC controls. The instrument cluster is brilliant with suitable back lighting and more than a few notification lamps that help the driver in many different ways. Fiat India has given this sedan silver finished internal door handles and there is also an internal day and night rear view mirror.

Engine and Performance

The Fiat Linea Dynamic is equipped with a 1.4-litre FIRE petrol engine that has a DOHC layout and is equipped with 4 cylinders with sixteen valves in them. This 1368cc power packed petrol mill has the capacity to generate a maximum output of 88.2bhp at 4000rpm in combination with a peak torque output of 209Nm at 2000rpm. This power packed petrol mill has been cleverly mated with a smooth and efficient 5-speed manual transmission. Fiat India states that this power packed petrol sedan has the capability to produce a healthy mileage of 14.6 kmpl, which is when driven under standard driving conditions.

Braking and Handling

The enigmatic Fiat Linea Dynamic trim is quite long and needs an efficient braking and suspension system. Both the front as well as the rear wheels of this sedan are equipped with disc brakes . The company has also included the advanced ABS with EBD to enhance the braking system. Additionally, the front axle has been incorporated with an independent wheel along with powerful helical coil springs and it also has the sturdy double acting telescopic dampers and stabiliser bars as well. The rear wheel axle gets a torsion beam with helical coil springs and a similar double acting telescopic dampers and stabiliser bar as well.

Safety Features

The Fiat Linea Dynamic trim has been bestowed with some very important safety features. Some of these functions are top of the line and assist in taking care of the vehicle as well the passengers. The list of these safety features include an advanced fire prevention system (FPS), a double crank protection system , a driver seat belt notification lamp, an advanced ‘Fiat Code System’ engine immobiliser with a rolling code, door open indicators and many more.

Comfort Features

The list of features comprise of a tilt adjustable power steering, power windows, a remote boot lid opener, rear wind shield gets a defogger with an intelligent timer, electronically adjustable external wing mirrors, a remote keyless entry, a Desmodronic foldable key, a powerful automatic HVAC unit with climate control and rear foot and knee level vents, a sophisticated audio system with an integrated CD player, Radio FM and speakers along with a remote control as well, automatic head lamps with ‘Follow Me Home Head Lights’ feature, a programmable speed limit buzzer to keep a check on the speed as well as a programmable service reminder, a trip calculator that shows the range, the current mileage, average speed of the vehicle along with the duration as well.

Pros  

Graceful exteriors, a powerful engine, impressive advanced features.

Cons  

Mileage can be increased, price can be competitive.