Fiat is returning to the large city car segment with the electric 600e. That 4.17-metre crossover gets the same battery and electric motor as the Peugeot e-208 and e-2008 and the new Jeep Avenger, among others, and promises up to 400 kilometres with a full battery.
The 600e is the big brother of the small electric 500e but looks more assertive in the front. It features an updated LED light signature and larger wheels. Despite its limited length, this Fiat should comfortably accommodate five people and provide best-in-class storage in the front, with 15 litres of storage compartments, including in the smart centre tunnel with flexible cup holders. The boot offers a reassuring 360-litre volume.
First only electric
The electric powertrain is the same as that of its siblings operating in the same segment. That means the 600e is equipped with a 54-kWh battery and a 156 hp electric motor. From 0 to 100 km/h takes 9 seconds and the WLTP combined driving range amounts to 400 kilometres or, according to Fiat, even up to 600 kilometres in the city.
On a regular charger, the 600e fills its battery with 11 kW and can be charged from empty to full in less than six hours. Fast-charging can be done at 100 kW, reducing the 10-to-80% charging time to half an hour.
While the new 600 will only be available as an all-electric car this year, Fiat is also announcing a hybrid powertrain for mid-2024 without giving more details.
Done with grey
Fiat will no longer offer its new models - with the 600e being the first - in shades of grey. Only vivid colours, black or white will still be possible. Moreover, the interior of the new 600e offers "colour therapy", as Fiat calls it. Up to eight distinct colours can be chosen for the dashboard and ambient lighting, with another eight shades for the radio and screen lighting, making a total of 64 different colour combinations, for a truly immersive experience.
Battery
- Battery54 kWh
- Range 400 km
- Fast Charge10% to 80% in 30 mins
Performance
- DriveFront
- Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h9 sec
- Transmission typeAutomatic
Miscellaneous
- Seats5
- Cargo volume360L
Fiat 600e
