OREANDA-NEWS. Russian dealers of Fiat Professional started sales of the new Fiat Ducato, the sixth generation. Prices for Ducato vans begin with a mark of 1 035 000 rubles, the cost of modifying the chassis from 1,049,000 rubles, for the passenger version Combi from 1, 275,000 rubles.

New Fiat Ducato is equipped with 2.3-liter MultiJet II 130 HP and a maximum torque of 320 Nm, which is paired with a 6-speed gearbox. Car consumes 7.3 liters per 100 kilometers in the cycle NEDC.

The equipment of the new Fiat Ducato includes options such as Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with a function to prevent rollovers, adaptive system for determining the load and center of gravity (LAC) and the system of assistance in moving on the rise (Hill Holder). As an optional extra equipment for the new Fiat Ducato there is available traction control system Traction + with help function when driving downhill (Hill Descent Control) and warning system Lane Keeping with detection of road signs. The car received a sound system with Bluetooth interface and format support MP3, and Uconnect system with 5-inch touch screen, rear camera, built-in navigation and digital radio (DAB) as an option.

Indicator of maximum permissible weight for the new Fiat Ducato is one of the best vehicles with single rear wheels - 4.0 m, while the index of the permissible front axle load is up to 2100 kg, rear axle - up to 2400 kg. Also, the new Fiat Ducato is distinguished with record capacity - up to 1.9 tonnes for vans.

It should be also noted that further reinforced key points of the body and door openings, as well as improved hinges, rollers for sliding doors, fences, and door seals, improved the strength of the vehicle body by 50%.

Due to the increased strength and durability of vehicles, the manufacturer has decided to extend the guarantee period for the cars. Thus, all new cars Fiat Ducato are 5-year warranty on mechanical parts and electronic components of a vehicle (2 Years Warranty, unlimited mileage and an additional 3 years of protection from damage during the run up to 150 000 km).

In addition to the 5-year warranty for all new car buyers there is a premium assistance program that operates on the roads. In addition to standard services, the package includes such unique services, such as emergency exit Commissioner at the accident scene and the provision of replacement car. The program is open-ended and it is valid throughout the period of ownership of the vehicle, subject to service in an official dealership.

Simultaneously with the start of sales the company announces the launch of "Utilization Program of Fiat Professional”. This program offers motorists the compensation up to 120 thousand rubles in exchange of an old car with a new and under utilization of a used car from Fiat Professional. The offer is valid from September 8th to December 31st, 2014.