Fiat releases Scudo details ahead of Spring launch
04/07/08
Customer interest in the new Fiat Scudo has forced Fiat to release New Zealand market details and pricing, even though it will not arrive until the Spring, so that potential customers can start planning business purchases and placing orders for the award-winning model that slots into the range under the full size Fiat Ducato van.
"With the success of the Ducato, we were not surprised that so many people are eager to own the new Scudo," says Lawrie Malatios, General Manager for Fiat in New Zealand.
"The Scudo is a medium sized van that sets a new standard in the medium size van market with the same levels of intelligent design, comfort, space and value for money that has made the Ducato a New Zealand sales winner. With the new van complimenting the Ducato, we have decided to announce specification and prices early so that we can place orders for initial production that meet customer needs and meet customer demand as quickly as possible."
Like the Ducato, the Scudo is available in a myriad of versions and sizes, allowing Fiat New Zealand to pick a variant that is ideal for local conditions and market requirements. Powered by an advanced Turbo Diesel
2.0 litre 88 kW engine with a six speed gearbox, the
New Zealand market Scudo has a standard roof and a long wheelbase body, to provide maximum space and accessibility to space-deficient loading areas.
At the same time, with a six cubic metre load space and a 1200 kg payload accessible through rear barn doors and twin sliding side doors, the Fiat Scudo offers unrivalled accessibility.
Included in its recommended retail price of $44,990 is a wide range of standard equipment, including essential safety features such as twin front airbags and ABS brakes with EBD; the convenience of electric front windows, twin mode central locking and electric mirrors and the comfort of powerful air conditioning, full size cloth-covered front seats and a spacious, comfortable cab that is designed as the ideal working environment.
In addition, the working capabilities of the new Scudo range may be further enhanced through pneumatic or self-levelling suspension, a fixed, full width steel bulkhead, a double front passenger seat, modular second and third row seating, and a unique.
"Through two generations, the Fiat Ducato has built a legion of fans in New Zealand thanks to its durability, reliability and design integrity, as well as its comprehensive equipment and value for money," says Mr Malatios.
"The all-new Fiat Scudo, the latest in a long line of vehicles that have dominated CV sales in Europe, brings everything that has been learnt with the Ducato to the market in a van that is equally capable and well designed, offering excellent value for money and designed for a long, long cost service life. There is no doubt that it will join the Ducato as one of the most sort-after vans in the New Zealand market."