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s the electric E-Ducato or- der book is finally opened to waiting customers, Fiat Professional is not forget- ting those van users that still need the versatility of a diesel van. An updated Ducato line-up features Euro 6D-Final engines, improved operator comfort and a focus on technology, with a wide range of ADAS systems on offer.
The van is powered by 2.2-litre Multi- jet3 diesel engines, offering 120hp, 140hp, 160hp and 180hp. Fiat is claim- ing up to 7% fuel savings across the range. The 140-180hp engines can also be had in heavy-duty emissions speci- fication if preferred. Drive is taken to the front wheels through a revised six- speed manual gearbox, with the option of a nine-speed automatic transmission on the three higher-powered engines. The vans have been updated exter-
nally, with a new grille, central Fiat badge and full LED lighting that is claimed to deliver up to 30% brighter illumination. There are three trim lev- els, Tecnico, Tecnico Plus and Business Edition, along with a host of equipment packs to tailor the van to the custom- er’s needs. Keyless entry and starting is avail- able and once in the cab, there is a new digital cockpit, with a 7” TFT cluster that is easier to read. This interacts with Fi- at’s Uconnect infotainment system, with touchscreens of 5”, 7” or 10”, depend- ing on specification. All are smartphone compatible and 3D satellite navigation is supplied by TomTom. The vans also come with wireless phone charging and a range of USB and 230V outputs.
ADAS functions A smaller, multi-function steering wheel is fitted and the vans now come with electronic power steering, allowing a wide range of ADAS functions. There is also an electric parking brake, posi- tioned in the dash. Fiat Professional is claiming level 2
Fiat Professional launches revised Ducato line-up
autonomy for the vans, through a range of driver assistance and safety systems. This includes Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop&Go, Lane Keep Assist and Traffic Jam Assist. There is also a digi- tal rear-view mirror, Cross-Wind Assist and a semi-autonomous Active Park As- sist function, for both parallel and per- pendicular parking.
The Uconnect system can be upgrad-
ed and the Fiat app makes it possible to monitor the vehicle from various devic- es. Services include remote assistance, smart navigation, remote control and fleet management. Fleet managers can communicate directly with driv- ers through the My Remote function, while My Car monitors the health of the van, including fuel levels, tyre pres- sures, mileage and maintenance alerts.
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My Fleet Manager My Wi-Fi adds a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to eight devices and it is possible to use Am- azon Alexa voice control within the ve- hicle. My Alert can be used to track the vehicle in the case of theft, preventing the van from starting remotely. There is also a My Fleet Manager tool, that helps with monitoring, planning and analy- sis of the whole fleet. All of the telem- atic data and remote-control functions can be integrated into existing custom- er third-party solutions.
The revised Ducato is offered as a panel van, a window van, a crew van and as a chassis cab with single or dou- ble cab layouts. Fiat Professional also of- fers a platform cab for conversion, along- side ready-built dropsides and tipper models.
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