Fiat Pulse Abarth Debuts As An Affordable Performance Crossover For Brazil

Abarth is showing signs of life as Fiat has unveiled the all-new Pulse Abarth in Brazil.

Set to go on sale late this year, the performance crossover is based on the value-focused Pulse and marks Abarth’s return to Brazil.

Unveiled on Big Brother Brazil, the Pulse Abarth features an aggressive front fascia with a unique mesh grille and vertical air curtains. They’re joined by a sportier front bumper that features a red accent and unique fog lights.

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Continuing further back, we can see bodyside graphics and Abarth badging on the front fenders. The crossover has also been equipped with gloss black wheels that feature red accents as well as a Scorpion center cap.

Rounding out the highlights is a unique rear bumper with a faux diffuser. The model also sports prominent Abarth lettering and a dual exhaust system.

Fiat was coy on specifications, but said the model will combine performance with provocative steering as well as technology and innovation. The company added the model was developed in Brazil and will be built in the country.

Additional details will be released in the coming months, but the standard Pulse features a 1.3-liter Firefly Flex engine that produces 106 hp (79 kW / 107 PS) and 99 lb-ft (134 Nm) of torque when running on ethanol. It can be paired to either a five-speed manual or a continuously variable transmission.

Customers can also upgrade to a turbocharged 1.0-liter engine, which develops up to 128 hp (96 kW / 130 PS) and 147 lb-ft (200 Nm) of torque. It enables the crossover to accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 9.4 seconds and this enables it to beat out “main rivals in the category.”

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