Fiat Toro teaser image released

Fiat has released a teaser of its upcoming pick up truck – Toro which is slated for a launch in early 2016. The Toro will make its debut in South America.

Fiat has stated that the Toro will kickstart a new segment termed as “Sport Utility Pickup or SUP,” combining the strength and characteristics of a truck with all the comfort features and drivability of an SUV. While its not an all new attempt by any manufacturer, the Toro surely looks different from the pick up trucks usually seen on the roads.

  The teaser image suggests that the Toro will have a sharp looking front, alongwith a radical styling all around.

 The interior of the Toro will share its basic architecture with the Jeep Renegade, however, the interior trim will be different.Engine options are likely to include a 2.0L Multijet diesel or a 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol paired to either a 6-speed manual as standard or a 9-speed automatic gearbox.  A  4X4 option is also expected.

The Toro will be the base for an SUV too.

Whether a Fiat branded SUV will come to India is yet to be seen. However, Fiat Chrysler have announced a compact SUV under Jeep brand, codenamed 551,  which is expected to come to India by 2017. The Jeep 551 shares much of its mechanical structure including suspension systems that are offered on the Toro.