Radical new Fiat Panda revealed with EV and petrol power
Previously launched sketches recommend the model has fully rethought its method to cabin design, with upcoming vehicles resulting from undertake a minimalist, futuristic new look that closely references the outdated Lingotto manufacturing unit.
Ovals shall be a prevailing theme, in a nod to the 1920s constructing’s well-known rooftop take a look at observe, and efforts to cut back the load and price of varied parts will lend an airier, extra spacious really feel, Fiat has advised.
After the Grande Panda, Fiat will broaden the Panda household with a new spinoff yearly till 2027. Previous ideas recommend these will embrace a Dacia Duster-sized SUV, a coupé-crossover, a rakish, ‘lifestyle’ pick-up truck and a utilitarian MPV-cum-camper van.
Importantly, the Panda household shall be distinct from the remainder of Fiat’s portfolio, which has the 1950s-inspired 500 at its coronary heart, though the model hasn’t indicated plans for any additions to that household past the 600 crossover and the recent Abarth variations of every.
Fiat expects to start UK deliveries early subsequent 12 months, and whereas it’s quiet on pricing, the Grande Panda is predicted to be one of the vital reasonably priced vehicles on sale, beginning at round £15,000 in petrol type and about £22,000 as an EV.
Current Panda lives on to 2027
The present Panda, which is now additionally known as the Pandina, will stay in manufacturing till “at least” 2027, Fiat has confirmed.