Alexandre
Fiat takes a strategic turn with the introduction of the new Fiat Pandina, marking a new stage in the evolution of the iconic Fiat Panda. Announced to be officially unveiled on February 29, at 12 noon, in Pomigliano d'Arco, this revelation is eagerly awaited by brand loyalists.
Under the leadership of Fiat CEO Olivier François, the Pandina is not simply a name change, but an evolution of the current Fiat Panda. This strategic pivot will enable Fiat to clearly distinguish two models within the same family: the new Pandina and the future Fiat Pandawhich will be revealed on July 11, 2024. The Pandina will continue to be produced in Pomigliano d'Arco, Italy, until at least 2026.
The transformation into Pandina will provide significant technological upgradeswhile retaining the spirit of the current Panda. Fiat is committed to offering a more traditional and accessible option, while paving the way for the introduction of the new Fiat Pandaa B-segment crossover. At around 4 meters long, with distinctive lines and 100 % electric and hybrid options, the new Panda is aiming for a range of around 300 km and a starting price of around 20,000 euros.
The eagerly awaited presentation of the Fiat Pandina will be an event not to be missed. Thanks to the possibility of follow the event via live video streaming from the Pomigliano d'Arco plant, you too can follow this presentation.
One question remains: will the Fiat Pandina be available in all countries, or just in Italy? Stay tuned!
If it's not offered in every country, it's because they're afraid it will wreak havoc and cannibalize the Stellantis version.
For all its Italian empathy, it's a political exercise aimed at the government and the unions. Long live the Panda!
It's mainly the positive sales results that are preventing it from being discontinued, because 61,280 in 2023, even the DS range won't sell as many!
When you consider that last year alone, many more Fiat Pandas were sold than DS, it's laughable, and no wonder they can't stop it now. The 4WD version is a hit in the mountains. To think that some joker called leblogauto is trying to make people believe otherwise, when the figures speak for themselves on the auto journal about model sales in Europe in 2023:
-Fiat Panda in 2023: 23rd in Europe with 61,280 units sold!
The Italians don't want an electric car costing 30,000 euros, with a range of 300 kms, while the price per kilowatt is skyrocketing. And neither do the French. The Pandina is going to be a hit. With the Multijet 95 hp, it would be even better.
Let's hope it comes in a hybrid petrol and diesel version.