Fiat has been trying to fully electrify its product portfolio for some time. After the arrival of Fiat 500e (test), other models have been added to the electric trend, with two recent additions that culminate the mission of the Italian manufacturer. The new ones Fiat 500X Hybrid y Tipo Hybrid have just been revealed, the versions with 48V Mild Hybrid technology.
The release of these two versions comes less than a month following the arrival of the hybrid versions of the Jeep Compass and Renegade. With the two SUV’s Jeepas he Fiat 500X Hybrid like the new Fiat Tipo Hybrid They are closely related as they share the same hybrid powertrain.
Fiat 500X Hybrid and Tipo Hybrid: the 48V Mild Hybrid variants are here
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Fiat 500 X Hybrid and Fiat Tipo Hybrid
The foundation of your hybrid setup includes the 1.5-liter turbocharged FireFly gasoline engine and four cylinders. This propellant develops 130 hp of power and 240 Nm of torque. Linked to the heat engine, we find a second 48-volt BSG electric generator/propeller that develops 20 CV and 55 Nm of par. Power is sent to the front end via a new seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Although they are classified as micro-hybrid vehicles due to their 48V technology, the combustion engine can remain offline up to 47% of the time in WLTP combined cycle, a percentage that increases to 62% if we drive around the city. Fiat ensures that this technology allows the Fiat 500X Hybrid and Type Hybrid to carry out parking maneuvers, start and even circulate only with electric power. The system gains charge by recovering during braking and deceleration.
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Fiat 500 X Hybrid and Fiat Tipo Hybrid
As a result, the hybrid mechanics of the 500X and the Type consume 0.3 l/100 km less than the 1.6 MultiJet II engine in the urban cycle (4.7 l/100 km el Tipo Hybrid y 5,1 l/100 km el 500X Hybrid). In the specific case of the 500X Hybrid, emissions have been reduced by 11% compared to the traditional 1.3-litre petrol engine. Meanwhile, at the performance level, the Fiat Tipo Hybrid completes the 0 a 100 km/h in 9 seconds and the 500X Hybrid in 9.4 seconds.
Aesthetics and versions
In regards to your esthetic, there are few details that differentiate the hybrid versions from the rest of the range. Only Hybrid emblems have been integrated into the tailgate of both models. On a more individual level, the 500X features the new “500” logo on the front and is available with this variant in finishes. Cult, Club, Cross y Sport. For its part, the Type Hybrid is offered with sedan and station wagon bodywork, as well as with the finishes Tipo, City Life, City Cross y Cross.