The Fiat Sedici is a subcompact crossover SUV ( B-segment ) that was co-developed by Fiat and Suzuki , mainly for the market in Europe . Introduced in December 2005, it was manufactured until October 2014 (with the last model year being 2015).
16-716: It was introduced in December 2005, at the Bologna Motor Show , and was built at the Magyar Suzuki plant in Hungary . The expected production volume was 60,000 units per year, one third of these to be sold by Fiat, and two thirds sold by Suzuki and badged as the SX4 . The design was created by Giorgetto Giugiaro 's Italdesign Giugiaro studio, and was an alternative to mini multi-purpose vehicles (MPV) , which have
32-831: A Formula One single elimination competition, with competitors like Rubens Barrichello , Johnny Herbert , Gabriele Tarquini and Giancarlo Fisichella . From 1997 to 2007, it featured the Euro Formula 3000 , with drivers like Thomas Biagi , André Lotterer and Marco Bonanomi . The 44th Bologna International Motor Show of 2019 is now defunct, and converted to the show about virtual reality, driving simulators and video games. The 43rd Bologna International Motor Show of 2018 did not take place, due to financial and logistical reasons. The 42nd Bologna International Motor Show took place from December 2 to December 10, 2017. The 41st Bologna International Motor Show took place from December 3 to December 11, 2016. On 6 November 2015, it
48-455: A more "boxy" appearance. It was the official car of the 2006 Winter Olympics . As the car is four wheel drive, it could be considered a 4x4. As 4x4 is 16, the car is named Sedici ( Italian: [ˈseːditʃi] ), which means "sixteen" in Italian. By flicking a switch, the driver can change between 4x2 and 4x4 transmission modes. The car also has electronic stability control (ESC) on
64-563: Is an international trade association whose members are 39 national automotive industry trade associations. OICA facilitates communication among its member national automotive industry trade associations and advocates for policies and position of mutual interest to its members at the international level and to the general public. OICA hosts on its web site the working documents from various United Nations expert groups, including World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations . OICA recognizes anthropogenic climate change as "probably
80-402: The 1980 edition, he sold all the rights to Alfredo Cazzola. The editions of 2009 and 2012 were the shortest events in its history, whereas the editions of 2013 and 2015 were not held, due to unfavourable economic conditions initially, and a lack of planning by new organizers and diminished interest by exhibitors, respectively. The edition of 2018 was also cancelled as well, with the format of
96-507: The Bravo, and a new bumper. Inside, it had more sophisticated instrumentation, new fabrics, the air conditioning vents were changed, and it had new Euro 5 compliant engines. The 1.9 litre Multijet engine was replaced by the more modern 2.0 litre Multijet engine producing 135 PS (99 kW; 133 hp), also the petrol 1.6 litre engine was upgraded to have 120 PS (88 kW; 118 hp), with lower fuel consumption. This coincided with
112-860: The Motor Show saw the motorbike manufacturers exhibiting their products for the first time. Ducati thus took the opportunity to present their 916 Senna superbike, which Ayrton Senna himself had endorsed months prior to his fatal crash in May 1994. In addition, this edition also saw the inclusion of bicycle manufacturers and a kermesse competition with the participation of leading Italian professionals Gianni Bugno and Claudio Chiappucci . Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d%27Automobiles The International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers ( OICA ; French : Organisation internationale des constructeurs automobiles ), founded 1919 in Paris ,
128-530: The Sedici was unveiled in May 2008. It was available with the same engine choices as the 4X4 version and was available in two trim levels: Dynamic and Emotion. The price, in Italy, was around €2000 cheaper than the 4x4 version. There were two engines available: a 1.6 L Suzuki petrol and a 1.9 L Fiat turbodiesel. In March 2009, the Sedici was given a more substantial upgrade: A changed front grille, similar to that of
144-420: The greatest challenge facing society in the twenty-first century." OICA identifies motor vehicles as a significant factor, contributing about 16% of global man-made carbon dioxide emissions. OICA advocates for an integrated, global approach to global warming . The OICA coordinates scheduling for the following major auto shows . Bold denotes one of the "big five", most prestigious shows. Note that only
160-612: The options list and a diesel particulate filter (DPF) is a standard feature. It was the second best selling SUV in the market in Italy in November 2006, and by June 2007, it was the best selling such vehicle. Since 2012, the Sedici has been sold in Israel, with automatic (four speed) or manual (five speed) gearbox. During 2010, the Sedici was withdrawn from the United Kingdom , due to poor sales. The front wheel drive version of
176-559: The show completely changed by 2019. As its name in Italian suggests, the Bologna Motor Show also plays the role of an annual Motorbike Exhibition, incorporating bicycle exhibitors for the first time in 1994. Another highlight is its various motorsport competitions, which see the participation of leading drivers and motorbike riders. From 1988 to 1996, the main event was the Formula One Indoor Trophy ,
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#1732783877162192-680: The withdrawal of sales of the Sedici in the United Kingdom, although a handful of facelifted cars were sold there. Source Bologna Motor Show The Bologna Motor Show (known as the " Salone internazionale dell'auto e della moto di Bologna " in Italian) was an auto show which was scheduled to be held annually in December, in Bologna , Italy. It was created and held for the first time in 1976 by Mario Zodiaco in Bologna. After
208-764: Was announced that the 38th Bologna International Motor Show had been cancelled, due to a lack of exhibitors caused by the general economic crisis in Europe. The 37th Bologna International Motor Show took place from December 5 to December 9, 2012. This edition was akin to that held in 2009, affected by prevailing poor economic conditions. The 36th Bologna International Motor Show took place in BolognaFiere, Bologna , Italy from December 3 to December 11, 2011. Presentations: The 35th Bologna International Motor Show took place from December 2 to December 4, 2010. Presentations: The 34th Bologna International Motor Show
224-492: Was announced that the 40th Bologna International Motor Show would not be held. Previously run by GL Events, the new organizer Bologna Fiere has arranged for the event to be part of the 2016 international calendar of the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles (OICA). The 39th Bologna International Motor Show took place from December 6 to December 14, 2014. On October 8, 2013, it
240-400: Was shortened to five days due to the overall crisis affecting the automotive industry at the time, and took place from December 4 to December 8, 2009. Presentations: The 33rd Bologna International Motor Show took place from December 5 to December 14, 2008. Presentations: The 32nd Bologna International Motor Show took place from December 7 to December 16, 2007. This edition of the show
256-767: Was the largest ever, featuring the highest number of exhibitors. Presentations: The 31st Bologna International Motor Show took place from December 5 to December 17, 2006. Presentations: The 30th Bologna International Motor Show took place from November to December 10, 2005. Presentations: The 29th Bologna International Motor Show took place from December 6 to December 14, 2004. Presentations: The 28th Bologna International Motor Show took place from December 4 to December 14, 2003. Presentations: The 27th Bologna International Motor Show took place from December 8 to December 9, 2002. Presentations: The 26th Bologna International Motor Show took place from November to December 10, 2001. Presentations: This edition of
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