Fiat Stilo
Manufacturer:	Fiat
Production:	2001-2007
Predecessor:	Fiat Bravo/Brava
Successor:	Fiat Bravo
Class:	Small family car
Body style:	3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback 5-door estate
Layout:	FF layout
Length:	4.18 m (3-door) 4.25 m (5-door) 4.57 m (estate)
Width:	1.78 m / 1.76 m
Height:	1.48 m / 1.53 m
Similar:	Citroën C4 Ford Focus Peugeot 307 Renault Mégane Volkswagen Golf

Fiat Stilo

The Fiat Stilo is a small family car produced by the Italian automaker Fiat since 2001. The Stilo was unveiled in 2001 to replace the Fiat Bravo/Brava. Image File history File links Download high-resolution version (990x658, 91 KB) created by Mazurka File links The following pages on the English Wikipedia link to this file (pages on other projects are not listed): Fiat Stilo User:Ja$ek ... Automakers or automobile manufacturers are companies that design and manufacture automobiles. ... Fiat Punto FIAT Group, or Fiat S.p. ... Fiat Brava The Fiat Bravo and Fiat Brava are two small family cars produced by the Italian manufacturer Fiat from 1995 to 2001. ... 1997 Fiat Bravo The three-door Fiat Bravo and five-door Brava are hatchback automobiles built to replace Fiats ageing Tipo. ... It has been suggested that Vehicle size class be merged into this article or section. ... A Ford Focus, classed as a small family car. ... Peugeot 306 hatchback, with the hatch lifted and the parcel shelf tilted for access Not a hatchback: a fastback like this Infiniti M35 can be confused with a true hatchback Hatchback is term describing an automobile design, consisting of a passenger cabin with an integrated cargo space, accessed from behind... Peugeot 306 hatchback, with the hatch lifted and the parcel shelf tilted for access Not a hatchback: a fastback like this Infiniti M35 can be confused with a true hatchback Hatchback is term describing an automobile design, consisting of a passenger cabin with an integrated cargo space, accessed from behind... Estate car body style (Saab 95) A station wagon (United States usage), wagon (Australian usage, though station wagon is widely used) or estate car (United Kingdom usage) is a car body style similar to a sedan car but with an extended rear cargo area. ... In automobile design, an FF, or Front-engine, Front wheel drive, layout places both the engine and driven wheels at the front of the vehicle. ... Rear of a Citroën C4 3-door The Citroën C4 is a small family car produced by the French automaker Citroën since fall 2004. ... This article or section is not written in the formal tone expected of an encyclopedia article. ... A red Peugeot 307 CC coupé cabriolet with a folding steel roof The Peugeot 307 is a compact automobile produced by the French Peugeot manufacturer since 2001. ... Renault Mégane pre-1999 Renault Mégane Convertible (with 1999-2002 front grille) Renault Mégane CC The Renault Mégane is a small family car produced by the French automaker Renault since 1995. ... The Volkswagen Golf (Mark 1 and Mark 5 badged as Volkswagen Rabbit in North America) is a compact car / small family car manufactured by Volkswagen. ... Image File history File links Download high-resolution version (1348x838, 198 KB) created by Mazurka File links The following pages on the English Wikipedia link to this file (pages on other projects are not listed): Fiat Stilo User:Ja$ek ... Image File history File links Download high-resolution version (1348x838, 198 KB) created by Mazurka File links The following pages on the English Wikipedia link to this file (pages on other projects are not listed): Fiat Stilo User:Ja$ek ... A Ford Focus, classed as a small family car. ... Fiat Punto FIAT Group, or Fiat S.p. ... 2001: A Space Odyssey. ... Fiat Brava The Fiat Bravo and Fiat Brava are two small family cars produced by the Italian manufacturer Fiat from 1995 to 2001. ...

Overview

It is available in both 3- and 5-door hatchback versions, as well as a station wagon called "Stilo MultiWagon". The Stilo has a 4* Euro NCAP safety rating. Originally, its petrol engines were the 1242 cc DOHC 16 valve engine also powering the Punto and Lancia Ypsilon with an output of 80 bhp (60 kW) combined with a 6 speed manual gearbox, a 103 bhp (77 kW), 1.6 L with a 5 speed manual gearbox, a 133 bhp (98 kW), 1.8 L, again with a 5 speed manual gearbox and a 170 bhp (127 kW), 5 cylinder, 2.4 L engine combined with Fiat's Selespeed 5 speed semi-automatic gearbox, also used on the Alfa Romeo 147. The 2.4 L engine was reserved for the hatchback versions. An 8 valve, 1.9 JTD unit with 115, 120, 130 or 16 valve 150 bhp diesel unit were/are also available. Peugeot 306 hatchback, with the hatch lifted and the parcel shelf tilted for access Not a hatchback: a fastback like this Infiniti M35 can be confused with a true hatchback Hatchback is term describing an automobile design, consisting of a passenger cabin with an integrated cargo space, accessed from behind... Estate car body style (Saab 95) A station wagon (United States usage), wagon (Australian usage, though station wagon is widely used) or estate car (United Kingdom usage) is a car body style similar to a sedan car but with an extended rear cargo area. ... Gasoline (or petrol) engine is a type of internal combustion engine which is often used for automobiles, aircraft, small mobile vehicles such as lawnmowers or motorcycles, and outboard motors for boats. ... A double overhead cam (also called a dual overhead cam, DOHC, or twincam) engine is a type of internal combustion engine where the camshafts that operate the intake and exhaust valves are mounted above the cylinders, and where there are separate camshafts for inlet and exhaust valves. ... The Fiat Punto is a supermini produced by the Italian manufacturer Fiat since 1994. ... The Lancia Ypsilon is a small Italian car. ... BHP may refer to: Broken Hill Proprietary Company BHP Billiton BHP Steel Brake horsepower This page concerning a three-letter acronym or abbreviation is a disambiguation page—a list of articles associated with the same title. ... A manual transmission (also known as a stick shift, straight drive, or standard transmission) is a type of transmission used in automotive applications. ... The Alfa Romeo 147 is a compact automobile produced by the Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo since 2000. ...

The Stilo's styling received mixed reviews, with many journalists and enthusiasts criticising it as being too bland and too German-looking. Critics also attacked the car's excessive weight and its semi-rigid rear axle, which was seen as a step backwards from the acclaimed set-up used in the Bravo/Brava and which resulted in handling many found uninspired and uninvolving. The engine range, particularly the 1.2 and 1.6 petrol units, was also criticised for being underpowered. The car's fuel economy was also seen as poor for its class, a result of the car's heavy weight and the transmission, which used very long gear ratios. Another point of criticism was the Selespeed gearbox, which was seen as too slow in its reactions and particularly inappropriate for the high-powered Abarth version. Nevertheless, the car won praise for its high levels of grip (aided by the unusually wide tires) and its brakes. An axle is a central shaft for a rotating wheel or gear. ... Fuel efficiency, sometimes also referred to as fuel economy and commonly gas mileage in the United States, is a numeric measure often used to describe the amount of fuel consumed with regard to the distance travelled in a transportation vehicle, such as an automobile. ... Abarth was an Italian racing car maker founded by Carlo Abarth, of Austrian origins. ...

In the UK, different trim levels available are/were: Active, Active Aircon, Dynamic, Sporting, Abarth, GT, Prestigio, XBOX limited edition, Michael Schumacher and the Schumacher GP, with general modifications by British car specialists, Prodrive.

The Stilo was the first car worldwide to use the TRW Column-Drive Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPS) technology later introduced on the 2003 Nissan Micra & Renault Megane. TRW Incorporated was an American corporation involved in a number of businesses, mostly defense-related, but including automotive supply and credit reporting. ... The Nissan Micra is a supermini produced by the Japanese automaker Nissan Motors since 1982. ... The Renault Mégane is a compact automobile made by Renault. ...

As the Stilo model range has aged, the amount of equipment from the options list has now been lessened. The Stilo was originally offered in some markets with a radar guided cruise control option; it included sensors in the front bumper and rear of the car to adjust the speed of the car according to other vehicles' speed. This was soon dropped as it became apparent that other interferences were creating undesired results for the driver. A keyless entry, named 'Easy Go', push button start, as featured in some Renaults, was also an available option.

The Stilo was ultimately a sales disappointment. An extensive advertising campaign using Formula 1 stars Michael Schumacher and Rubens Barrichello did little to aid the car's sales. In 2004, the 1242 cc engine was dropped in favour of the Punto's 1.4 L unit, increasing the car's power to 95 bhp (71 kW), again combined with the 6 speed gearbox. Also, the taillights were altered and the Abarth version gained a manual gearbox instead of the Selespeed. Michael Schumacher (pronounced / /, born January 3, 1969, in Hürth Hermülheim, Germany)[1] is a former Formula One driver, and seven-time world champion. ... Barrichello in his Ferrari at the 2003 US GP. Rubens Gonçalves Barrichello (born May 23, 1972) is a Brazilian Formula One race driver who currently drives for Honda Racing. ... The Fiat Punto is a supermini produced by the Italian manufacturer Fiat since 1994. ... A manual transmission (also known as a stick shift, straight drive, or standard transmission) is a type of transmission used in automotive applications. ...

Stilo specifications

The Stilo in rallying

The launch of the Stilo has also meant that Fiat has returned to the World Rally Championship. The 187 bhp Fiat Stilo was the Italian company's representative for the 2004 season. Stephane Sarrazin driving a Subaru Impreza WRC on the Monte Carlo Rally Carlos Sainz driving a Toyota Corolla WRC on the Monte Carlo Rally The World Rally Championship (WRC) is a rallying series organised by the FIA, culminating with a champion driver and manufacturer. ... BHP may refer to: Broken Hill Proprietary Company BHP Billiton BHP Steel Brake horsepower This page concerning a three-letter acronym or abbreviation is a disambiguation page—a list of articles associated with the same title. ...

The Brazilian Stilo

Only available in a 5 door hatchback version, the Stilo was launched in Brazil in 2003. The engines were the Family I GM engines 1.8L with 8 (103hp) and 16 valves (125hp) versions. For export, the engines chosen are the italian made 1.8 16v VIS engine with 133hp and the 1.9 JTD Diesel of 115cv specially for Argentina and Uruguay.

Later, an Abarth and a Schumacher special edition's Stilo was added; the first with the 2.4 20 valve engine and 170hp, the second with Family I GM 1.8 16v engine.

In 2006, the Stilo gained a flexible engine capable of using petrol and alcohol; a 1.8 8 valve engine with 110hp; but that engine, a GM-sourced power plant, will be replaced in 2007 by a new 1.8 16v Torque derived, that will be produced in Argentina in 2007.

External links

• Fiat Stilo - images, information and more
• Stilo Multi Wagon
• Stilo Abarth
• Stilo
• Official Technical data for Fiat Stilo models
• The FIAT Forum - Stilo Forums
• Greek Official Stilo Club
• stilo.info Forum - German Community