The Fiat Grande Panda has just been unveiled and it intends to impress you with its unique charging solution

Fiat has just unveiled its new electric city car, the Grande Panda, starting at 25,000 euros. This car promises to make electric vehicles more accessible, while introducing a unique and practical charging cable.

The electric car market is changing. With the end of subsidies such as the ecological bonus, manufacturers must find ways to reduce costs and appeal to a wider audience. Electric city cars, such as the Renault R5 E-Tech, the Citroën ë-C3 and now the Fiat Grande Pandaplay a crucial role in this price reduction strategy. The Italian company arrives on the market with a competitive price and a series of practical innovations.

The Fiat Grande Panda is positioned as an affordable alternative in the electric city car segment. With a starting price of 25,000 eurosshe takes over the motorization of its cousinsthere Citroën ë-C3 and the Opel Frontera. This new city car from Fiat stands out for its compact dimensions. It only measures 3.99 meters long, 1.57 meters high and 1,76 meters wideIts design, inspired by the first generation, incorporates elements such as a pixelated light signature and 17-inch wheels with a futuristic style.

The Fiat Grande Panda has a charging cable coiled and integrated under its hood

The Fiat Grande Panda introduces a single charging cable. Indeed, the latter is rolled up and integrated under the hood. It is accessible via a hatch at the front of the grille. This clever solution allows drivers toavoid carrying it in the trunk and thus simplifies the home charging process. This accepts up to 7 kW in alternating current, so it is ideal for domestic use. In addition, the car is also equipped with an on-board charger of this same power for recharging on a wall terminal in your home.

Under its hood, no big surprise, the Grande Panda houses an electric motor of 83 kW – 112 horsepower – and a 44 kWh NMC battery which offers a 320 kilometer range according to the WLTP cycle. The car promises respectable performance with acceleration to reach 100 km/h in around 11.5 seconds. Inside, the it stands out with a dashboard inspired by the Lingotto circuit and a generous 13-litre storage space. The chestfor its part, offers a volume of 361 liters. It thus surpasses its competitors such as the Renault 5 and the Citroën ë-C3. In terms of technology, it has a 10.25-inch touchscreen compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.