And after the 100% electric model, the Fiat 600 becomes hybrid. At the presentation of the battery-powered B-SUV, the car manufacturer already had made it known that a hybrid version would also arrive and will be on the market. available in 2024. Now, Fiat has revealed all the features of this new model which will be marketed in “those few countries where the transition to electric is proceeding more quickly” slowly” like Italy. Olivier Francois, CEO of Fiat, explains:
Our strategic vision remains completely focused on electric and the fact that the 500e is the most successful BEV city car sold in Europe fuels our determination to pursue and make electric truly accessible to all. However, we will remain also relevant in those countries such as Italy, our internal market, where full electric is not yet really taken off. Therefore, for these selected countries, together with the new 600 full electric, we will offer a high-performance hybrid that will hopefully open up the the doors to a more beautiful world electrified.
THE ENGINE
Fiat 600 Hybrid can count on a Mild Hybrid powertrain composed of a 1.2-liter 3-cylinder engine capable of delivering 100 HP combined with a 48 V lithium-ion battery and the new 6-speed dual-clutch electric gearbox which includes the 21 kW, an inverter and the unit transmission center.
According to the automaker, under normal driving conditions, the engine is designed to optimize consumption and save up to 15% of CO2 emissions compared to a combustion engine with automatic transmission. Fiat estimates emissions of between 110 and 114 g of CO2 (data still in the approval phase). Speaking of performance, the Fiat 600 Hybrid is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 11 seconds.
Although it is officially a Mild Hybrid powertrain, it still allows the B-SUV to be able to move even in hybrid mode. electric for short distances and at low speed. According to Fiat it is possible travel with the internal combustion engine off for up to 1 km at a speed less than 30 km/h. Thanks to the support of the electric motor it is It was possible to optimize the operation of the endothermic one, especially in the restart phases, attenuating the “turbolag” effect. and ensuring prompt reactivity when pressing the accelerator pedal.
PRICES
The Fiat 600 Hybrid has no particular aesthetic differences compared to the 100% electric version. The interior does not change either. However, it should be emphasized that the hybrid version can count on a slightly larger trunk large (385 litres).
New 600 Hybrid will be available on the Italian market with a price list starting from 24,950 euros. Thanks to the introductory offer, you will be able to buy from 19,950 euros in case of scrapping and financing. This model offers customers two packages of connected services: Connect One and Connect PLUS.
The first, included with the purchase of the vehicle, offers both assistance and emergency call services, but also information by providing monthly data on the health of the vehicle. The Connect PLUS pack is designed to make more the driving experience is comfortable both on board and remotely. Includes navigation services, functionality and to remotely manage the vehicle via the Fiat app, to monitor your driving style and more.
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