Fiat Doblo Cargo Xl Dimensions

[Catherine Rubeo]

TheNuovo Dobl Cargo, fourth generation of the Fiat Professional model, is now more functional, with more performance and more value. These are the guidelines that allowed Fiat Professional to design a vehicle at the top of its class in terms of performance, functional characteristics, load capacity, productivity, fuel economy and low running costs.

The Nuovo Dobl Cargo offers completely updated interior and exterior design reflecting classic car-like specifications. To get an idea, take a look at the ultra-modern distinctive front end, the bigger front grille and the many new components (bumpers, bonnet, headlights and tail-light clusters).

A comprehensive update also for the passenger compartment, with new dashboard, fabrics, steering wheel, instrument panel graphics and door panels. Likewise, the functionality-driven configuration is visible in a series of specific ergonomic solutions, from the multifunction front bench seat for driver and two passengers, the quieter interior, the new infotainment and navigation sytems and the gateway device. Also, as in the previous generation the Nuovo Dobl Cargo's load capacity and volume are both at the top of the category.

The second aim in developing the new Fiat Professional vehicle was performance, as evident from the improved torque response during city driving (up to 40%). In addition, the Nuovo Dobl Cargo ensures the best handling and driving comfort in its class, thanks especially to the Bi-link independent rear suspension (exclusive contents for the segment). The range also extends to include the new "EcoJet" version - equipped with the 90 hp Multijet II 1.3 or 105 hp Multijet II 1.6 - which combines reduced running costs and low fuel consumption (improvement of up to 15%).

The major functional and performance evolution combined with development initiatives aimed at reducing the total cost of ownership (including all costs from purchase to sale) make the Nuovo Dobl Cargo reliable, distinctive and more valuable for Fiat Professional customers. The entire package is sweetened by the comprehensive range of services and accessories created in collaboration with Mopar, in addition to the affordable financing solutions developed by FCA Bank.

Scion of a winning model (Dobl has been chosen by more than 1.4 million customers since 2000), the Nuovo Dobl Cargo aims to consolidate its leadership in this market sector, which accounts for 25% of all light commercial vehicles in Europe.

Sold in more than 80 countries worldwide, including North America in the form of the Promaster City in the RAM range, the Nuovo Dobl Cargo becomes a "global" vehicle - just like the Nuovo Ducato - that's destined to bolster FCA's growth in the light commercial vehicles sector.

Like the previous generations, the Nuovo Dobl Cargo is manufactured in Turkey in the Tofaş plant in Bursa, one of the best automotive industrial sites in the world, as confirmed by the award of a World Class Manufacturing gold medal.]

The completely revised interior and exterior styling of the Nuovo Dobl Cargo is the result of cutting-edge car-like design that combines with the light commercial vehicle concept to convey a sense of vigour, security and muscle. This new Fiat Professional vehicle expands on the concept of "design connected to functionality" that has always been a hallmark of the model.

The interior and exterior styling of the Nuovo Dobl Cargo has been completely revised on the basis of a decidedly car-like template. From the more modern and distinctive front end with a new bonnet (with more sweeping lines that match the curvature of the roof), the updated features include new bumpers, a bigger front grille, and new tail-light clusters that emphasise the horizontal lines of the body. Also the 16" wheels and integral hub caps have been completely redesigned.

With its compact and distinctive looks, the Nuovo Dobl Cargo features a range of innovations also in the passenger compartment, confirming one of the key orientations that distinguish the Fiat Professional brand: "creating a workplace of excellence for drivers". The new passenger compartment is packed with solutions to enhance functionality and comfort, as shown by the updates to the dashboard, upholstery fabrics, steering wheel, instrument panel graphics and door panels.

Likewise, the approach aimed at achieving the highest possible level of functionality is evident in the new multifunction front bench with seating for the driver and two passengers and a spacious storage compartment underneath.

The centre seat is folding and can be used as an armrest or handy documents holder, while also the outer seat can be folded to accommodate long items, securely anchored thanks to the practical cargo hooks on the rear of the backrest. Practicality is further increased by the electrically controlled folding door mirrors.

The functionality-driven styling is reflected also in other elements, like the generous number of practical storage compartments, key-locking glove box with damper-controlled door, oversized air vents for absolute climatic comfort, and new more ergonomic steering wheel, for instance.

Practicality is also evident in the rationally shaped load compartment, ergonomic door handles (load compartment and passenger compartment) and practical 180 opening rear doors for fast and easy access - all specific solutions that are unique in the class.

The generous internal dimensions result in a 182 cm long load compartment on short wheelbase versions and 217 cm on long wheelbase vehicles with width of 171 cm and roof height of 130 cm or 155 cm in the high roof versions. In addition, the 123 cm spacing between wheel housings makes it possible to carry up to 2 europallets.

Like the previous model, the Nuovo Dobl offers various types of partitions between passenger and load compartments: swivel, panelled, window type and with horizontal bars. The load compartment floor features 6 load restraint hooks and there are one or two (depending on version) interior lights on the walls for clear visibility inside. Customers can also order a practical removable torch.

Depending on the equipment level the Nuovo Dobl Cargo offers two content levels for the vehicle infotainment system, both of which deliver a really great sound. The first system features an active matrix display, FM / AM radio, USB for media players/iPod connection, AUX-In socket, automatic volume control according to road speed, Bluetooth (without voice recognition) and, on request, steering wheel controls.

The Nuovo Dobl Cargo is also available with the acclaimed UConnect 5" multimedia system equipped with 5" colour touchscreen, one of the largest in the segment, that allows the driver to access all the main functions including the analogue radio - DAB radio on request - and all multimedia sources (Media Player, iPod, iPhone, smartphone) that can be connected to the USB port or Aux-in connector.

UConnect 5" comes with steering wheel controls and Eco:Drive software to assist the driver in limiting fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. The system can also be supplied with an integrated Sat Nav developed in collaboration with TomTom.

Finally, to ensure efficient fleet management the Nuovo Dobl Cargo can be supplied with an innovative gateway device installed directly on the vehicle. The gateway interfaces with the on-board network to allow vehicle status information to be gathered and made available in FMS (Fleet Management System) format.

Life on board the Nuovo Dobl Cargo has improved also in terms of acoustic comfort, thanks to dedicated passenger compartment sound insulation solutions that reduce interior sound levels by up to 3dB on average.

In terms of performance the new vehicle retains the Bi-link independent rear suspension for incredible comfort and best in class handling in all driving conditions, irrespective of the payload. The range also extends to include the new "EcoJet" version - equipped with the 90 hp Multijet II 1.3 or 105 hp Multijet II 1.6 - which combines reduced running costs and low fuel consumption (improvement of up to 15%).

In line with Fiat Professional's acclaimed and exclusive "one-mission - one engine" strategy, the Nuovo Dobl's powerplant options assure top performance in accordance with professional requirements and application type - from primarily urban use to long-distance travel - up to the top of the segment in terms of consumption and emissions with the 1.4 litre TurboJet bi-fuel engine (petrol/natural gas).

The Nuovo Dobl Cargo offers best in class handling and driving comfort, thanks especially to the Bi-link independent rear suspension - unique in the segment - that also allows big gains in load capacity with minimum obstruction of the load compartment floor.

Thanks to the modularity of its components (springs, shock absorbers, flexible mounts, torsion bars, etc.), the Bi-link suspension is specifically tuned to match the vehicle's characteristics and mission.

The driving experience, especially around town, is maximised by the specific tuning of the 1.3 and 1.6 litre turbodiesel engines to improve torque response, which is higher already at low engine speeds (torque response gains on the 1.3 litre Multijet engine are around 40%) for greater elasticity and responsiveness. Improvements have also been made to clutch and gearbox performance for even more driving satisfaction.

The 90 hp Multijet II 1.3 and 105 hp Multijet II 1.6 engines are available also in the "EcoJet" version. These versions offer big savings in fuel consumption and emissions thanks to the adoption of the Start&Stop system, low rolling resistance tyres, smart alternator, variable displacement oil pump and the aerodynamic package. Working together, all these solutions produce fuel economy gains of up to 12% on the 1.3 and up to 15% on the 1.6.

All Euro 5+ certified, the diesel engines are from the second generation MultiJet family, a byword for technology, performance and economy. Compared to the first generation MultiJets, the fuel supply system is now equipped with faster injectors able to execute multiple injections in rapid succession. The MultiJet II system's new servo valve with balanced plunger enables it to deliver up to 8 injections per cycle, offering greater speed, flexibility and precision in the various operating phases. In addition, fuel injection pressure on the Multijet II engine has been boosted to 1800 bar and the new injector type makes it possible to develop increasingly advanced combustion optimisation strategies, such as injection rate shaping to improve the combustion process for quieter running and reduced particulate and nitrogen oxide (Nox) emissions.

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