It was only a matter of time before Fiat
pulled the wraps off the hatchback version of the new 500 EV, following the
earlier reveal of the model’s convertible variant and that time is now. Just
like the convertible model, the new electric reincarnation of the Fiat 500 will
be initially offered in the special ‘La Prima’ edition, featuring a panoramic
glass sunroof and offered in three exclusive paint options: pearlescent Ocean
Green; metallic Mineral Grey; and three-layer Celestial Blue.
Standard kit will also include features
like full LED headlights, a set of 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels,
chrome-plated inserts, and eco-leather upholstery on the seats and dash. The
electric powertrain of the new Fiat 500 Hatchback combines a 42 kWh battery
pack with a 116 HP electric motor, giving it an official driving range of 320 km per the WLTP cycle. 0-100 km/h is a matter of 9
seconds, with 0-50 km/h coming in 3.1 seconds, while top speed is
limited to 149 km/h.
Fiat has also fitted the new 500 EV with
an onboard 85kW fast-charge system; the new Italian electric model can charge
its battery up to 80 percent in just 35 minutes with the use of a fast charger
as the car is capable of both AC and DC charging.
The Italian carmaker will also offer two
home charging solutions to customers; the first one is an easyWallbox system
than can simply be connected to a home outlet without the need for professional
installation, capable of charging a new 500 with up to 3 kW of power. The
system can also be upgraded to 7.4 kW, enabling a full charge at home in just
over six hours.
The new Fiat 500 is also the first model
in its segment to feature a Level 2 autonomous driving feature, as well as
FCA’s first model to offer the new UConnect5 infotainment system that runs
through a 10.25-inch touchscreen display and features wireless Apple CarPlay
and Android Auto.
Customers can place an order for the new
Fiat 500 ‘La Prima’ now, with prices starting from € 34,900 in Italy, including
easyWallbox, and from £ 26,995 in the UK, including the local Plug-in Car Grant
(PiCG) and easyWallbox.
