Geneva 2011: Fiat Freemont

The result of the partnership between the Italian group and Chrysler, the Fiat Freemont is currently on display at the Geneva Auto Show. The vehicle, which is set to go on sale in the second half of 2011, is built on the base of the Dodge Journey, coming mostly as a family vehicle.

Performance wise, the Freemont will have front wheel drive with turbo diesel power units (140 HP or 170 HP 2.0 MultiJet) combined with a manual gearbox. Later, the vehicle will also be available in 4x4 versions with 170 HP 2.0 MultiJet and 276 HP 3.6 petrol V6 engines, both with automatic transmissions.

In terms of safety, the Freemont will come fitted with 7 airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Hill-Holder and electronic roll mitigation (ERM) as standard on all vehicles.

Exterior design highlights include brand new bumpers and grille in the front and a new bumper and LED tail lights in the rear.

Inside, the Freemont boasts a wrap-around dashboard with chrome elements, a brand-new instrument panel, a new center console and an innovative infotainment system with a large colour touchscreen.

Customers will be able to choose from two different equipment grades, both offering 7 seats, triple-zone automatic climate control system, keyless entry system, cruise control, advanced trip computer, tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), fog lights and touchscreen radio with colour screen and controls on the steering wheel. The more metropolitan version will include 17” alloys, touchscreen radio with 8.4” screen, SD card and DVD reader, Bluetooth system, rear parking sensors, fold-down door mirrors, automatic headlight activation, darkened rear windows and roof bars.