Everything you wanted to know about Oz MiTos (but were too afraid to ask)

[Pete Y]

MiTo was first launched in Australia in July 2009, under Ateco import. It was initially available in two models, MiTo and MiTo Sport. Herein referred to as 'Series 1A'.

Series 1A	MiTo	MiTo Sport
Engine	1.4 Turbo Benzina (TB) 88kw	1.4 Turbo Benzina (TB) 114kw
Gearbox	5 speed manual	6 speed manual
Seats	'Sprint' Cloth Black/Grey 'Sprint' Cloth Black/Red	'Sport' Cloth Black 'Sport' Cloth Black/Red
Dash Upper	'Sprint' Black	'Competizione' Carbon effect Black
A/C	Manual	Dual Zone Climate Control
Bumper / Spoiler	Base / No	Sports / Yes
Window Sill Garnish	None	Chrome
LCD Display	Low feature	High feature
Mirrors	Body colour	Satin effect
Light surrounds	Titanium Grey	Satin effect
Wheels	421 16"	431 17"
Other	Single round tailpipe	Twin round tailpipe Front fog lights Red brake calipers Blue&Me
Other options	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/Grey pinstripe) 431 17" Wheel	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/Grey pinstripe) 439 18" Wheel

[Pete Y]

In July 2010, concurrent with the launch of the QV and TCT automatic models, the range was reshuffled. All models now featured the higher spec LCD dash display and the Blue&Me system. Herein referred to as Series 1B.

Series 1B	MiTo	MiTo	MiTo Sport	Mito QV
Engine	1.4 Turbo Benzina (TB) 114kw	1.4 Turbo Benzina MultiAir (TB MA) 99kw	1.4 Turbo Benzina MultiAir (TB MA) 99kw	1.4 TB MA (125kw)
Gearbox	6 speed manual	6 speed TCT	6 speed TCT	6 speed manual
Seats	'Sprint' Cloth Black/Grey 'Sprint' Cloth Black/Red	'Sprint' Cloth Black/Grey 'Sprint' Cloth Black/Red	'Sport' Cloth Black 'Sport' Cloth Black/Red	Black Cloth (code tba)
Dash Upper	'Sprint' Black	'Sprint' Black	'Competizione' Carbon effect Black	'Competizione' Carbon effect Black
A/C	Manual	Manual	Dual Zone Climate Control	Dual Zone Climate Control
Bumper / Spoiler	Base / No	Base / No	Sports / Yes	Sports / Yes
Window Sill Garnish	None	None	Chrome	Chrome
Mirrors	Body colour	Body colour	Satin effect	Titanium Grey
Light surrounds	Titanium Grey	Titanium Grey	Satin effect	Titanium Grey
Headlight unit	Silver	Silver	Silver	Titanium Grey
Wheels	431 17"	431 17"	431 17"	55E 18"
Other	Twin round tailpipe Front fog lights	Single oval tailpipe Front fog lights	Single oval tailpipe Front fog lights Red brake calipers	Twin round tailpipe Front fog lights Red brake calipers Cloverleaf wing badge
Other options	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/Grey pinstripe)	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/Grey pinstripe)	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/Grey pinstripe) 439 18" Wheel	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/White pinstripe with green stitching) Adaptive suspension

[Pete Y]

In March 2012, Fiat Chrysler Australia took over importation of Alfa Romeo vehicles from Ateco. Subsequently, in May 2012 the MiTo range was adjusted. New interior trims and model designations used in European markets were introduced to Australia. During 2013, importation of the Progression and Distinctive 1.4 TB models was discontinued, owing to sufficient stock and the upcoming Series II launch in 2014. Herein referred to as Series 1C, also known as MY12.

MY12/Ser 1C	MiTo Progression	MiTo Progression	MiTo Distinctive	Mito QV
Engine	1.4 TB 114kw	1.4 TB MA 99kw	1.4 TB MA 99kw	1.4 TB MA (125kw)
Gearbox	6 speed manual	6 speed TCT	6 speed TCT	6 speed manual
Seats	'Sprint' Cloth Black 'Sprint' Cloth Black/Bronze 'Sprint' Cloth Black/Cream	'Sprint' Cloth Black 'Sprint' Cloth Black/Bronze 'Sprint' Cloth Black/Cream	'Sport' Cloth Black 'Sport' Cloth Black/Red	Black Cloth/Alcantara
Dash Upper	'Sprint' Black 'Sprint' Red 'Sprint' Grey	'Sprint' Black 'Sprint' Red 'Sprint' Grey	'Competizione' Carbon effect Black 'Competizione' Carbon effect Red	'Competizione' Carbon effect Black
A/C	Manual	Manual	Dual Zone Climate Control	Dual Zone Climate Control
Bumper / Spoiler	Base / No	Base / No	Sports / Yes	Sports / Yes
Window Sill Garnish	None	None	Chrome	Chrome
Mirrors	Body colour	Body colour	Satin effect	Satin effect
Light surrounds	Titanium Grey	Titanium Grey	Satin effect	Satin effect
Headlight unit	Silver	Silver	Silver	Titanium Grey
Wheels	431 17"	431 17"	431 17"	55E 18" 4AY 18" (noted as option in brochure, but appear to have been standard fit during 2012-13).
Other	Twin round tailpipe Front fog lights	Single oval tailpipe Front fog lights	Single oval tailpipe Front fog lights Red brake calipers	Twin round tailpipe Front fog lights Red brake calipers Cloverleaf wing badge
Other options	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/Grey pinstripe)	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/Grey pinstripe)	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/Grey pinstripe)	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/White pinstripe with green stitching) Adaptive suspension Sabelt Racing Seats

[Pete Y]

In January 2014 the Series 2 MiTo range was launched in Australia. The Series 2 MiTo QV did not arrive until September 2014. The most significant changes were a revised front grille and interior finishes. All models were fitted with a  5" version of the uConnect infotainment system. In the face of dwindling sales, importation was ceased, most likely during late 2015, and the model was officially discontinued in Australia in April 2016. The MiTo was facelifted during 2016 (Series 3) with modified styling to align with the new Giulia. This model was not imported to Australia.

Series 2	MiTo	MiTo Progression	MiTo Distinctive	Mito QV
Engine	0.9 TB TwinAir (77kw)	1.4 TB MA 99kw	1.4 TB MA 99kw	1.4 TB MA (125kw)
Gearbox	6 speed manual	6 speed manual 6 speed TCT	6 speed TCT	6 speed manual
Seats	'Sprint' Cloth Black 'Sprint' Cloth Black/Bronze 'Sprint' Cloth Black/Cream	'Sprint' Cloth Black 'Sprint' Cloth Black/Bronze 'Sprint' Cloth Black/Cream	'Evoluzione' Cloth Grey/Black/Grey 'Evoluzione' Cloth Grey/Black/Red	Black Cloth/Alcantara
Dash Upper	'Street' Black	'Street' Black	'Evoluzione' Grey/Black 'Evoluzione' Red/Black	Carbon effect Black
A/C	Manual	Manual	Dual Zone Climate Control	Dual Zone Climate Control
Bumper / Spoiler	Base / Yes	Base / Yes	Base / Yes	Sports / Yes
Window Sill Garnish	None	None	Chrome	Chrome
Mirrors	Body colour	Body colour	Body colour	Titanium Grey
Light surrounds	Titanium Grey	Titanium Grey	Lucid Chrome	Titanium Grey
Headlight unit	Silver	Silver	Titanium Grey	Titanium Grey
Wheels	5A6 17"	5EQ 17"	432 17"	55E 18"
Other	Single oval tailpipe	Single oval tailpipe	Single oval tailpipe Front fog lights	Twin round tailpipe Front fog lights Red brake calipers Cloverleaf wing badge Adaptive suspension
Other options	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/Grey pinstripe)	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/Grey pinstripe)	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/Grey pinstripe) Red stitching steering wheel	Sunroof Frau Leather (Black/White pinstripe with green stitching) Sabelt Racing Seats

[Pete Y]

I'll update further with colours, upholstery and brochure excerpts. Also standby for a similar guide to the Giulietta.

[Kazbah]

Great info thanks!  Just trying to decide what is the best tyre for more 2013 MiTo with the 5EQ 16" ??  Any suggestions?  I drive mostly mountain winding roads and highway.   

Karen