The nameplate returns after 13 years of being out of production.
It was in 2010 when the last Fiat 600 rolled out of the factory in Poland. Thirteen years later, the Italian marque has revived the nameplate – but this time, with an electric twist.
Meet the all-new Fiat 600e. It may have the same name as its predecessor, but the similarities end there. The latest iteration of this iconic model boasts a fresh design and advanced technology in the form of a practical five-door crossover.
The all-new 600e sits atop the Stellantis-developed e-CMP2 platform shared with the Jeep Avenger and a new Alfa Romeo model to be introduced in 2024. The electric Fiat measures 164.1 inches in length, which is longer than its Jeep twin and the 500e that's bound for America.
As seen in the leaked video last month, the 600e draws inspiration from the 500e, featuring similar styling cues in the city car. The iconic “600” logo takes center stage, while the Fiat logo is stamped on the tailgate. It also comes with crossover-mandatory black plastic cladding on the sides and the fenders, while the wheels can go as large as 18 inches.
The Fiat 600e can seat five and hold cargo up to 12.7 cubic feet. The cabin features a seven-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch Uconnect infotainment system with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, and a six-speaker sound system. It also has an electric tailgate, automatic climate control, adaptive cruise control, auto emergency braking, and parking sensors for added safety and convenience.
Powering the Fiat 600e is an electric motor that produces 154 horsepower, allowing a 0-62 mph sprint in nine seconds. It draws energy from a 54-kWh battery pack that's good for 249 miles in the WLTP combined cycle. Within the city, Fiat claims a range of over 373 miles.
With support for 100 kW charging, the 600e can recharge quickly to 80 percent in less than half an hour. Fiat says a hybrid powertrain option will join the 600e lineup next year. Unlike the all-wheel-drive Jeep Avenger, the Fiat 600e is exclusively offered as a front-wheel-drive EV.
Pricing ranges from €35,950 (around $39,100) for the Red version to €40,950 (~$44,50) for the top-spec La Prima trim. Production of the 600e has already started at the Tychy plant in Poland.
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