FIAT Punto 2009–2012 car dimensions: 4065 mm long, 1687 mm wide and 1490 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,030 kg. Braked towing is 1,000 kg.
The cabin seats five with a height-adjustable driver's seat and reach/rake steering wheel. Manual climate control is available across most grades, with dual-zone automatic climate on higher ones. Cruise control and rear parking sensors appear on mid and top grades or as options. Blue&Me hands-free is common, with optional portable TomTom navigation. No advanced driver aids like emergency braking or lane systems are fitted. Daily driving feels straightforward with electric windows and power steering, though the layout is basic without a fixed touchscreen.
Boot holds 275 litres with seats up, expanding to 1030 litres when the 40/60 split rear seats fold. The opening is practical for a supermini, suiting weekly shopping or a couple of suitcases without fuss.
Towing is rated at 1000 kg braked and 400 kg unbraked. Payload including the driver sits around 560 kg depending on engine and options. The car suits light work or weekend trips with a small trailer, but lacks heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension for tough loads.
The cabin is redesigned with softer curved lines, soft-touch materials on higher grades and ambient lighting for a cosier feel. Driver seat height is adjustable with optional electric lumbar support. Dual-zone climate control is available. SkyDome large glass roof option lets in plenty of light with manual blinds. Front seats get better support and innovative fabrics or leather option. Space suits four adults well for daily use though rear legroom is limited for taller passengers.
Petrol and diesel engines with combined consumption from 5.1 to 5.9 L/100 km depending on version.
Service every 30,000 km for petrol or 35,000 km for Euro 5 diesel.
Euro NCAP 5 stars for adult occupant protection.
Standard safety includes seven airbags with driver knee bag, ABS with EBD, ESP with ASR and Hill Holder.
Engines cover petrol from 1.2 to 1.4 MultiAir and diesels from 1.3 Multijet, plus bi-fuel options. Combined fuel use stays efficient across the range with Start&Stop on many versions to cut city consumption further.
Scheduled servicing runs every 30,000 km on petrol models or 35,000 km on Euro 5 diesels. Oil and filter changes are needed yearly under heavy urban use. Brake fluid changes every two years.
Safety kit is strong for the class with seven airbags standard including the driver knee bag, plus ABS, EBD and full ESP with hill holder across the range. The structure uses high-strength steel and the car scored five stars in Euro NCAP adult protection.
Routine checks of fluids, tyres and lights keep the car reliable. Parts remain widely available and the design supports straightforward ownership for city and short-trip use.
Length 4065 mm, Width 1687 mm, Height 1490 mm, Wheelbase 2510 mm (Punto 2009–2012)
Sources: manufacturer data, Fiat Punto Evo official brochures, autoevolution and cars-data, Stellantis/Fiat press.