Fiat’s Powertrain Technologies has developed a high performance 1.9 JTD MultiJet diesel engine for the manufacturer to use in its Fiat, Lancia and Alfa Romeo models.

The new Euro V compliant engine will be available in 188bhp or 177bhp versions. Production will start in July this year, beginning with the lower powered version. Customers will be able to specify the 188bhp version in June next year.