Depending on the version, the rear seats have a fixed or 40-60 split squab. They also incorporate an anti-submarining structure and "differentiated thickness" padding, that varies with the area of the seat (this is a parameter that measures the ability of the padding to yield under the weight of the body). The rear seats are fitted with Isofix anchorage points to transport child seats, while head-restraints are standard on the rear side seats (the centre head-restraint is optional).

The 3-door Fiat Grande Punto offers homologation for two rear passengers as standard (a third passenger on request) highlighting the sporty character of the high containment seats, whereas the 5-door version is homologated for 3 rear passengers.


Instrument panel

The instrument panel is incorporated in a dashboard with soft lines that harmonise stylistically with those of the facia. The large, visible digits of the graphics ensure that the information is easily and immediately legible. At night-time, legibility is guaranteed by the orange lighting, a shade that helps the eyes to focus more rapidly when passing from the darkness outside to the luminous dashboard.

The instrumentation is available in two different versions and incorporates a number of important functions. For example, the multifunction display which gives access to different menus and sub-menus. They speak the driver's language (with a choice of Italian, English, German, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Flemish and Polish) and allow him to use numerous functions, which include the time, date, programmable beep, radio data display, check control, etc. Plus the trip computer, which provides a set of data regarding previous journeys and the current journey, consumption (both instant and average), average speed, remaining range, travelling time (from the start of the journey), and mileage travelled.


Panoramic sunroof

Fiat Grande Punto is made all the more enjoyable by a large sunroof, which occupies practically the entire roof of the car, and comprises two glass panels - a fixed one at the rear and a mobile panel at the front with electric drive. There is also a deflector at the front that was designed in the wind tunnel to eliminate all aerodynamic turbulence, even at high speed, which significantly enhances comfort. Inside, there are two sunshades which slide independently towards the rear of the car.

The panoramic roof gives occupants a different relationship with the surrounding environment, in which they can enjoy the luminosity and sense of freedom that comes from the large window. The system allows the roof to be kept closed with the sunshade open to illuminate the passenger compartment. And to create the sensation of travelling in an open car, it takes just seven seconds to open the front glazed panel entirely, and to enjoy a real 'window on the sky'.


Hands-free system with voice recognition

Fiat Grande Punto offers a sophisticated hands-free system with voice recognition for total safety in all conditions, as well as respect for the law, because the driver can use it without taking his hands off the wheel. The system allows a driver with a Bluetooth mobile 'phone to use the telephone even if it is in a pocket or a handbag, automatically lowering the volume of the radio if this is on, and using the loudspeakers of the stereo system to amplify the other person's voice. What is more, the system is compatible with the latest cell phones and can be updated to new standards and to future telephones.

The hands-free telephone on Fiat Grande Punto is perfectly integrated into the car and the control keys are located on the steering wheel; this allows immediate, safe access to the system, so that the driver can look up a number in the phone book using the control panel display, or 'mute' a call for greater confidentiality. The peculiarities of the system include the fact that it is only necessary to register one's cell phone with the system once, and the fact that one's personal address book can be transferred to the car, and therefore updated automatically every time the system recognises a cell phone, guaranteeing privacy by exclusive access from the registered telephone that contains the address book.

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