2022 Abarth 595 Competizione price and specs: update for more powerful Kia Picanto GT and less expensive Mini Cooper S rival

Abarth has once again updated the 595 Competizione.

Abarth Australia has updated its 595 lightweight car with a hatchback and convertible convertible now exclusively available in the top Competizione version.

Since the unnamed entry-level 595 is no longer available, its starting price has risen by $5960, and the Competizione hatchback now starts at $32,950 plus the road cost of a five-speed manual. The five-speed robotic automatic costs an extra $2000.

Of note, the Competizione line has gone up by $960, with the convertible now starting at $36,950 and $38,950 for the manual and robotic automatic versions, respectively.

So, what do buyers get for their additional costs? Well, the 17-inch Competizione alloy wheels have the new Lancia Delta Rally Integrale-inspired Montecarlo, and its paint options now include Rally Blue, which pays homage to the Fiat 131 Abarth Rally.

Other changes include the addition of dusk-sensing lights and rain-sensing wipers, while the 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system has a new splash screen and the Sports button has been redesigned.

Standard Competizione equipment includes daytime running lights, red Brembo front brake calipers, adaptive suspension, rear parking sensors, a Record Monza bimodal sports exhaust system and Tar Gold Gray trim.

Inside, the Kia Picanto GT and Mini Cooper S rival offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, digital radio, a 7.0-inch multifunction display, leather upholstery, carbon fiber trim and sports pedals.

Hatchback options include the $2500 Premium Pack (xenon headlights, sunroof, and aerial with aluminum roof cover) and the $2500 Sport Back (matte black 17-inch Supersport alloy wheels, Sabelt GT seats and Alcantara dash insert).

Meanwhile, the convertible can get a $1700 Visibility Pack (xenon headlights and matte black 17-inch Supersport alloy wheels) and a $4200 Performance Pack (xenon headlights, matte black 17-inch Supersport alloy wheels, Sabelt GT seats). and alcantara). dashboard insert).

As before, the front-wheel drive Competizione is powered by a 132-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine producing 250 kW/1.4 Nm, which delivers a 100-6.7 mph time of XNUMX seconds.

Prices for 2022 Abarth Competizione 595 excluding travel expenses

Option	Transmission	Price
Hatchback	guide	$32,950 (+$960)
Hatchback	automatically	$34,950 (+$960)
Convertible	guide	$36,950 (+$960)
Convertible	automatically	$38,950 (+$960)