Fiat do Brazil has introduced a new version of its Doblò van with an “off-road” look, writes Rogério Louro. The new version, named Doblò Adventure, was designed in Brazil to compete with the successful Fiesta-based Ford EcoSport.
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The new Doblò variant will also be exported to Argentina and Mexico, two countries where the Brazilian-made EcoSport is also on sale.
The Doblò Adventure has a tougher look compared with the standard versions. Changes include a new bumper with stylised bull bar and fog lights, side bars and spare wheel located on the rear door, like a sport utility.
Fiat has increased suspension height and revised coil and shock absorber settings but there is no four-wheel drive or any plans to develop such a drivetrain.
The Doblò Adventure has a Fiat-GM Powertrain 1.8-litre, eight valve petrol engine developing 103bhp, this engine is also used in Brazilian Fiat Stilo and Palio models and in GM’s Corsa and Meriva ranges.Fiat expects to sell about 400 units per month of the Doblò Adventure in Brazil, doubling total range sales.
