I think you will find that yes they do, although I wait for the slap that says I am wrong
You aint wrong, but can I slap you anyway?
Hmmmm .. not so good then, from reading this:
http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/fuels-and-environment/diesel-particulate-filters.html
But if they have it seems at odd with the description at Italiaspeed, which seems to describe it as an option :
This compact, technologically sophisticated engine is also environment-friendly, because it meets Euro 4 emissions limits even without a particulate trap, which is available on request for certain markets.
The 1.3 Multijet 16v (whether 75 or 90 bhp) therefore represents a real leap forward in technological terms, and this translates into lower fuel consumption and emissions for the customer. ../snip/.. and keep its main defect (particulate emissions) to a minimum.
Cut and pasted from here:
http://www.italiaspeed.com/new_models/2005/fiat/grande_punto/engines.html
Apparently the new Fiat diesels are not too good to have if you use them on short journey's!
Seems like the fix is a good blast higher revs for a while, sounds like the kind of fix I can do
Even if you drive around town all day the system can carry out a regeneration with the vehicle stationary and at idle.
Yeah but what about the car tax danny, cheaper than a focus lol
Not as such, but it's a good idea to not use 100% throttle for the first 1000 miles- just gradually build-up the revs and loads over time and try not to labour it in a high gear.
And to be honest all diesels need a regular thrash, DPF or not- you can always tell those owners who potter about everywhere in 5th by the clouds of smog they leave at MOT time. Diesel fuel = better for the environment, my arse!