Fiat Grande Panda: The Panda shows a whole new size

The Grande Panda is also fundamentally based on the STLA Smart, which is now an evolution of the well-known CMP Smart Car platform, because: In the electric versions, the battery is now integrated into the vehicle floor, while in the original version, parts of the battery are installed above the rear axle. It is evident that Stellantis CEO Tavares does not let things rest and platforms are NEVER "fully developed." Continuous evolution is meant to make the company fit for the future.

The Panda Bear Founds a Family

That's why Fiat is rethinking the Panda from the ground up: Unlike its frugal predecessors, it is supposed to be the progenitor of an entire "Panda Bear Family" that, in the long run, will also replace the 500 X and Tipo. It will be interesting to see how this is received in Italy, where the Panda has held the top spot in sales figures for years, simply because it is small and affordable enough for the majority of Italians. Not much more is needed, but more is what they will get: Because the new model, as the "Grande Panda," stretches out to 3.99 meters and visually refers back to the original model. From previous Fiat events, we know how difficult it was to bring the Panda into the future: Too boxy would be retro, too small wouldn't do either, as there's hardly any demand or margin outside Italy, and too futuristic wouldn't work…

They have now decided on a new crossover size

Visually, they have fortunately stayed very close to the study shown in February – accordingly, the other Pandas are likely to follow these vehicles as well. And as mentioned, the Panda family will expand robustly and off-road: With extended fenders, 17-inch wheels plus x. And of course, a hint of its lineage shows through in the proportions…

And naturally, the Grande Panda will also launch as an electric and hybrid model. Therefore, we expect the E-Grande-Panda to have 83 kW / 113 PS and 125 Nm of torque, while the hybrid is likely to come with 74 kW/100 PS. The new model also visually quotes the original Panda with asymmetrical lettering and is likely to take a big step towards "New Clever," similar to what Citroën C3 and Opel Frontera are already practicing. The base will probably make use of a smartphone for infotainment, there might be removable speakers, and surely a lot of recycled materials used inside.