The tuners from NOVITEC have released the details of their Fiat Punto Evo upgrade program which puts extra power under the hood, and brings a fresh new exterior to the Italian hot hatch. The NOVITEC Fiat Punto Evo powered by the 1.4-liter 16V MultiAir turbocharged petrol engine develops 118 kW / 160 hp and 246 Nm of torque at 1,780 rpm. The standard, factory version outputs 99 kW / 135 hp and 206 Nm. The extra power of the NOVITEC Fiat Punto Evo comes from the PowerJet 2 auxiliary control unit developed by the tuner which is priced at 419 Euros. With the extra ponies under its hood, the NOVITEC Fiat Punto Evo 1.4 has a top speed of 209 km/h and a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time of 7.9 seconds.
The NOVITEC Fiat Punto Evo powered by the
1.6-liter 16V MultiJet engine develops 144 hp / 106 kW and 356 Nm of torque. This is possible through the NOVITEC POWERRAIL 5 module which is priced at 335 Euros.
Apart from the extra power, the NOVITEC Fiat Punto Evo also comes with a new exhaust system with stainless-steel sport mufflers. The party piece of this new exhaust is that it's available in 26 different versions, with both two and four tips.
The NOVITEC Fiat Punto Evo also comes with a new body kit which includes a new front spoiler, side skirts, a new hood, a rear spoiler with an integrated diffuser and a rear roof spoiler. You can sit your NOVITEC Fiat Punto Evo on either 17 or 18 inch alloys. The program also includes a complete new suspension system, with sport springs, stock shock absorbers and adjustable stainless-steel coilovers that can lowered the ride height between 35 and 75 mm.
Novitec Press Release:
Red Alert: NOVITEC Tuning for the Fiat Punto Evo
Red Alert: NOVITEC now offers an extensive tuning program for the Fiat Punto Evo. The list of options includes engine tuning for the two turbocharged gasoline engines and for all diesel models. Also part of the customization program for the Italian compact car is a sport exhaust system for a throatier exhaust note, a striking body-styling package, custom-tailored tire/wheel combinations with diameters of 17 and 18 inches and sporty suspension options.
There is no substitute for power except more power. NOVITEC offers a power boost for the 1.4-liter
16V MultiAir turbocharged gasoline engine of the Fiat Punto Evo from standard 99 kW / 135 hp to 118 kW / 160 hp. Simultaneously peak torque grows from 206 to 246 Nm at 1,780 rpm. The power increase is facilitated by the NOVITEC PowerJet 2 auxiliary control unit with innovative plug-and-power technology. It is available for just 419 Euros and cuts the sprint time from rest to 100 km/h to 7.9 seconds while increasing the top speed to 209 km/h.
Following the same principle the Abarth Punto Evo receives a power upgrade from standard 163 hp / 120 kW to 184 hp / 135 kW.
The NOVITEC POWERRAIL 5 modules cost 335 Euros and make all turbodiesel models of the Punto Evo
even more fun to drive. Installation is simple and takes just a few minutes. Equipped with a NOVITEC POWERRAIL 5 module the most powerful diesel engine in the lineup, the 1.6-liter 16V MultiJet, puts out 144 hp / 106 kW and produces a peak torque of 356 Nm.
Optimized performance, a thrilling exhaust note and impressive looks are the three most important arguments in favor of the NOVITEC stainless-steel sport mufflers. These mufflers come with an EG operating certificate, eliminating the need for time-consuming and expensive individual technical inspections. The sport exhaust is available in no less than 26 different versions. Nowhere else can Punto Evo owners choose from exhausts with one, two or four exhaust tips. MSRPs start at 200 Euros.
After the NOVITEC tuning treatment the Italian speedster also looks miles from ordinary. The front appears much more aggressive with NOVITEC headlamp moldings and the NOVITEC spoiler, which is optionally available with an additional blade. That impression is further enhanced by the X-one-look hood with power domes and integrated hood scoops.
NOVITEC side sills give the Fiat an even lower and sleeker stance. The rear is upgraded with a rear spoiler and the rear molding attachment. The latter is available in three different versions including an especially striking racing-look version with diffuser fins. All versions of the rear molding can be combined with any NOVITEC sport muffler.
Another important contribution to the thrilling NOVITEC look for the Punto Evo comes from the NOVITEC N10 alloy wheels with ten double spokes. These wheels with diameters of 17 or 18 inches make full use of the available space in the wheel wells. They are available in two versions with silver painted or polished black surfaces. The largest version features size 8Jx18 wheels with size 215/35 R 18 tires. A complete set sells for 1,310 Euros.
As the perfect complement to the sporty low-profile tires NOVITEC offers sport springs for use with the stock shock absorbers or height-adjustable stainless-steel coilover suspensions for the Punto Evo. The lowering rate can be adjusted from 35 to 75 millimeters. The top-of-the-line suspension also allows varying the damper rates.
