Fiat Uses Asterisks to Offer the Grande Panda for €18,900
This page is translated from the original post "Fiat joue des astérisques pour offrir la Grande Panda à 18 900 €" in French.
- 20/01/2025 12:07
At Fiat, we know all the tricks to make a car more attractive. Staying just under the psychological threshold of 20,000 Euros is one of them!
To go below the 20,000 euro mark, Fiat relies on the maximum eco bonus of 4,000 euros and a trade-in offer of 2,000 euros for a vehicle over 7 years old. Otherwise, everyone pays full price at 20,900 euros thanks to the basic bonus of 2,000 euros. More reasonably, we will forget the trade-in bonus, which only concerns a marginal segment of the population. For the bonus, this type of affordable electric vehicle is aimed at households with modest incomes. They likely won’t opt for a cash purchase, but leasing or rental purchase (LOA) around 200 euros per month with a reasonable down payment thanks to this enhanced bonus makes sense.
But before paying, how good is the car? Enthusiasts of the classic Panda have often been disappointed by its recent evolutions. But with the new Fiat Grande Panda, which becomes 100% electric, Fiat gets closer to the original icon.
The Grande Panda is equipped with a 44 kWh battery and an 83 kW (113 hp) electric motor. Its range reaches 320 km in combined WLTP cycle, suitable for daily urban use and moderate getaways. Its performance remains modest: a top speed of 132 km/h and 0 to 100 km/h in 11 seconds. Fiat highlights a 0 to 50 km/h acceleration in 4.2 seconds, but this Panda remains gentle and peaceful, true to its DNA.
In terms of technology, the electric consumption is 17.4 kWh/100 km, and its boxy design doesn’t help aerodynamics. However, its retro lines recall the first Pandas and appeal to nostalgic fans. The steel rims of this entry-level RED version suit it quite well, we must admit! A fun detail: its spiral charging cable stored under the hood. Charging takes 3h43 at 7 kW or 2h55 at 11 kW (optional). Fast charging up to 100 kW is also possible.
Despite some flaws, the Grande Panda deserves praise for its nostalgia, practicality, and efforts in electrification.
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