THE Fiat Chrysler Group’s expansion in Australia saw Italian brand Fiat grow its line-up in 2013 and the first new cab off the rank was the Freemont.<br /><br />Sharing its underpinnings with the Dodge Journey the new Fiat had even more space than the American model and more fuel efficient engines to suit a European market.<br /><br />A 125kW/220Nm 2.4 litre petrol (9.8L/100km) was a little lackluster and the excellent 125kW/350Nmdiesel (6.3L/100km) was let down by only being available with a manual gearbox.<br /><br />However the Freemont excelled in value and with a base price of just $28,500 it offered a little European charm for less money than all but one seven-seat rival - the Kia Rondo.<br /><br />The Base specification model offered 17-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone air-conditioning, cruise control, keyless start, heated/folding door mirrors, automatic headlights, rear parking sensors, a 4.3-inch touchscreen and Bluetooth audio.<br /><br />Mid-spec Urban came with roofbars, tinted rear windows, dual-zone climate control, a folding passenger seat with storage compartment, electric driver’s seat, reversing camera and an 8.4-inch touchscreen.<br /><br />Top-spec Lounge spec added leather seats, chrome roofbars and doorhandles, 19-inch alloy wheels, satellite navigation and more potent 368-watt Alpine sound systemThird row seating (achieving seven seats in total) was a $1500 option as was a nine-inch screen for rear passengers.