Fiat Sedici Upgraded with Two New Euro 5 Engines

Italian carmaker Fiat today introduced two new engines for the Sedici range, both of them especially aimed at cutting emissions and raising fuel efficiency. The new 1.6-liter 16V 120 hp and the 2.0-liter 16V Multijet diesel 135 hp units are complying with Euro 5 regulations and, according to Fiat, bring the best in class CO2 emissions figures for SUVs.

Specifically, the Sedici range is now offered in three different versions - Dynamic, Emotion and Experience, two drive systems - 4x2 and 4x4, 8 colors and the two aforementioned engines that can be mated to either five- or six-speed transmissions. A 4-speed automatic unit is available in a limited number of markets, including Germany, but only on models powered by the 1.6-liter petrol with 4x2 configuration.

The Italian carmaker hasn't specified the emission figures but according to an official press release, both engines reduce CO2 output by around 20 percent in the 4x4 version and 17 percent in the 4x2 configuration.

The newly-launched gasoline engines produces 115 lb-ft of torque and replaces the 1.6-liter unit currently available across the Sedici range. The diesel powerplant on the other hand replaces the 1.9-liter Multijet and helps the two-wheel drive configuration reach a maximum speed of 118 mph (190 km/h), with 0-62 mph acceleration done in 10.5 seconds. The 4x4 flavor is a bit slower as it tops at 112 mph (180 km/h) and goes from naught to sixty-two in 11.2 seconds.

Fiat rolled out minor aesthetic modifications as well, with the new range getting a new bumper and metallic trim around the fog lights.