FIAT Pulse 2021– car dimensions: 4099 mm long, 1774 mm wide and 1579 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,237 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 370 litres.
The Impetus cabin has a 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 7-inch digital cluster, automatic climate control, leather-wrapped wheel with paddles, and wireless phone charging. Driver aids include front and rear parking sensors, reversing camera, cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist with alerts and correction, and automatic high beams. Keyless entry, remote start, rain and light sensors, and electrochromic mirror are standard. It suits daily driving with clear screens and basic ADAS that reduce fatigue on highways.
Boot holds 370 litres with seats up. Rear seats split 60/40 and fold flat to give 841 litres to the front seat backs or more to the roof. Depth works for weekend bags or shopping. roof rails help with extra loads.
Payload is 400 kg. Unbraked towing limit is 400 kg. No braked towing figure or heavy-duty options appear in the specs. It handles light urban errands and small trailers but is not set up for heavy work use.
The Impetus cabin offers automatic climate control, eco-leather seats with driver height adjustment, a leather-wrapped steering wheel adjustable for height and depth, front armrest with cupholders, and a 7-inch digital cluster plus 10.1-inch touchscreen. Keyless entry, remote start and wireless charging add convenience. Panoramic roof availability brings more light and space feel when fitted.
Hybrid versions use less fuel than non-hybrid equivalents
Service interval every 10,000 km or 12 months
Latin NCAP rating of 2 stars
Standard kit includes 4 airbags, ESC, traction control, hill holder, TPMS and ISOFIX
Impetus adds AEB, active lane keep and auto high beam
3-year warranty
The Impetus hybrid powertrain delivers lower fuel use and emissions than the non-hybrid models in the range, with published figures showing efficiency gains in city and highway driving. Fuel tank size is listed around 45 to 47 litres depending on market.
Servicing follows a schedule of oil and filter changes plus checks every 10,000 km or 12 months. Fluid replacements such as brake fluid occur at longer intervals like 40,000 km or 2 years. The car is noted for relatively low service costs in its class.
Safety equipment on the Impetus includes front and side airbags protecting thorax and head, electronic stability and traction systems, tyre pressure monitoring, child seat anchors, autonomous emergency braking, lane keeping assist and automatic high-beam switching. The model scored 2 stars in Latin NCAP testing based on the basic specification.
Keeping the car involves following the regular service plan to maintain warranty cover of 3 years. Parts and maintenance are straightforward for this platform.
Length 4099 mm, Width 1774 mm, Height 1579 mm, Wheelbase 2532 mm (Pulse 2021-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, fiat.com.py, Impetus hybrid-related), carrica.com.