1:10 pm, July 5, 2023
Fiat has ramped up its electrification programme with the introduction of its new 600e.
The fresh model, which builds upon the existing electric 500, sees Fiat enter into the competitive compact electric SUV segment for the first time.
The Italian brand says its latest offering delivers more space and practicality than the existing 500, as well as a range of to 250 miles on the combined cycle.
Its designers say if the 600e were used predominantly in urban environments, it could complete a trip of 372 miles on a single charge.
It has also been fitted with 100kW fast-charging capability, meaning the 600e can also be charged from 0 to 80 per cent in less than half an hour.
For drivers using a normal 11kW domestic charger, the 600e will take less than six hours to fully charge.
With Fiat looking to be competitive in a crowded market, the firm has made every effort to make the new model stand out from its rivals.
Inside is a futuristic interior, seating for five people and a 360-litre boot, accessible at the rear.
The 600e will be available in two specifications – La Prima and (RED) with both versions highlighted with chrome ‘600’ badging at the front and on the sides.
Other exterior highlights include LED headlights, while matt-black wheel arches give it more presence. There’s also an Italian flag motif in the rear bumper.
(RED) specification models get the team’s hallmark exterior colour both inside and outside, although buyers can also choose from black and white shades. La Prima versions, meanwhile, can be specified in one of four colours.
Inside, the 600e features electric seat adjustment with a back massage function, as well as wireless smartphone charging and a number of USB and USB-C charging points for topping up devices.
Fiat has also included a number of assistance systems in the 600e, such as adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking and 360-degree parking sensors with a rear-view camera.
A 10.25-inch infotainment screen provides access to navigation and media functions, while both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included as standard, too.
Fiat’s Uconnect service also allows for real-time navigation functions and charging point locations, while owners can use the feature to remotely operate the car’s lights, horn and door locks via a smartphone app as well.
Prices are expected to start below the most expensive 500e, so expect a circa £30,000 price tag when the car goes on sale in September ahead of deliveries later in the winter.
