I don't like the front of the current Punto, it's ugly (sorry Punto owners)
I DO like this though, I currently have a 2000 Sei sporting (Abarth), and although I really love it, I think I could do with a change for something a bit bigger, and I think this will do nicely.

I gonna wait until the 06 registration and see what finance deals will be available and see what the motoring press have to say about it.

Looks wise, I agree from the back it is very similar to the Corsa, from the side it looks similar to the Fiesta, the front is the best angle, mini Maserati -cool.

This new Punto shares the same shassis as the new Corsa which will alos make an appearance soon.
You may also find that a Daewoo sorry Chevrolet will also bring out something similar due to GM.