When the Punto drops the Evo suffix, the Abarth does not lose the essence of its recipe: a proper versatile hatchback body, a lively 1.4 MultiAir turbo and more high-speed stability than any small 500. On the affordable performance hatch market, it sits closer to a Renault Clio RS than to a simple warmed-up city car.
The `2011-2014` phase stands out through a cleaner presentation, but also through an engine that feels full through the middle of the rev range and can handle long trips without strain. The `180 hp` SuperSport versions are the most sought after, provided they have not been heavily modified. The six-speed manual and TTC electronic differential do a lot for the car's effectiveness when the front axle is in good order.
