Fiat’s European Boss Says that ‘It Should Be a No-Brainer’ for City Cars to Be Electric
- Fiat introduced a new version of the Grande Panda equipped with all-wheel drive at the Grande Panda Hybrid media event in 2025, highlighting a contemporary electric off-road vehicle designed for urban use.
- Fiat developed this concept to revive the original 1983 Panda 4x4 by combining modern electrification with the model’s versatile and compact character.
- The concept features a reinterpreted dark red exterior with beige accents, added off-road design elements, and an innovative electrified rear axle for urban and rough terrain use.
- Fiat emphasized that blending heritage with modern advancements is essential for creating a lasting legacy, while technical details remain undisclosed; however, the output is expected to surpass 113 horsepower.
- The concept signals Fiat’s push for electrified small SUVs, implying continued demand for affordable electric city cars and a balanced heritage-innovation approach.
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Fiat’s European boss says that ‘it should be a no-brainer’ for city cars to be electric
With the success of the Grande Panda Electric and 500e, Fiat’s European boss, Gaetano Thorel thinks that small city cars should be electric.
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