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The
fun and friendly Fiat Multipla is a popular car that now offers
even more because its look has been revamped.
The car, available in the second half of the year (2004), retains
all the attributes of the previous model: six comfortable seats
and the compactness of a saloon; a strong personality that stands
out from the current motoring pack; uncommonly good flexibility of
use and versatility.
Two specifications are offered, both with a wealth of features,  10
colours and a wealth of options and accessories. All these
features mean that the new model represents outstanding value for
money. The New Multipla remains unique in its segment because it
offers cutting edge features within an innovative structure.
Suffice it to say that the model abandons the classic Multi
Purpose Vehicle structure with two pairs of seats arranged over
three rows in favour of a configuration made up of six individual
seats of equal size, comfort and dignity, arranged over two rows.
And there is more. The New Fiat Multipla is the only vehicle in
its segment to provide 6 seats plus roomy luggage space.
This option keeps the length short (it is 409 centimetres long)
and also offers a luggage compartment (430 to 1300 litres,
depending on the position of the rear seats). The floor is
completely uncluttered. The floorpan does not include the usual
step beneath the rear seat but is flat and high enough to
accommodate the components of minimum environmental impact
versions in the lower part (Natural Power). The New Fiat
Multipla is therefore an ideal workhorse or leisure vehicle.
Though the new model has retained the winning structure of its
predecessor, much of its exterior styling has been changed.
Firstly, the Fiat Style Centre designers worked on the front end
to emphasise the model's strong personality while retaining the
fun and informal flavour that has always been its strongest
feature. The front is now powerful and spare, dominated by the
current Fiat family look that includes techno headlights and a
round shield standing on a honeycomb patterned grille. More
specifically, the grille consists of a 3-D chrome frame and a grid
with round holes for a hi-tech look. Horizontal chrome friezes
supporting the central logo add a touch of class. At the lower
part of the front, the headlights spread sideways as does the air
intake divided into three sections.
The same stylistic consistency and harmony returns at the rear
where features include new tail-lights and sturdy, wrapround
bumpers. A large central logo has also been added to the generous
tailgate where metal and steel strike an excellent balance. The
car's rear view confirms its highly individual and non-conformist
line. The shape departs from the more or less accentuated
convexities to which present-day cars have accustomed us. This
means that even with the seats aligned on the same row, the heads
of people sitting at the sides are still far from the walls and
not constricted in any way. Exterior visibility is improved and
the eye can see the road behind the car (the side view is also
aided by a very low waist line and windows that drop down to the
middle of the car).
At the side, the new model offers the same impression of rear
solidity and protectiveness.  The
most salient features is, however, the combination between the
extreme essentiality of line and the inclusion of certain stylish
features such as the sideskirts that are now body-coloured.
With its innovative design and high-tech features, the New Fiat
Multipla is also the very essence of sociality and on-board
wellbeing. It is the ideal car for people who travel with friends
and need six seats and as much luggage room as in a station wagon.
It is a leisure vehicle that allows the number of seats to be
adapted to the number of passengers (three, four, five or six) so
that all the remaining space can be used to carry possessions. For
example, the car could carry three passengers so that the rest of
the completely flat floor can be left free for long, bulky items.
It is also an ideal car for everyday driving in town traffic due
to its compact size and great visibility under all conditions.
So many cars packed into one. Because the New Fiat Multipla can
change according to current needs and assume, as required (and
only for the time necessary) the configuration of a station wagon
or MPV, a saloon or van. It therefore multiplies (as its name
suggests) everyone's possibilities of expression and movement and
allows the interior space to be used freely and inventively.
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