New Fiat Panda
The new Fiat Panda is practical and has a power output of a welcome 74 kW. The introduction of the 100hp model – referring to the power output – will bring about a new generation of Panda’s.
Not only can it go faster this time, but also it looks absolutely gorgeous. It looks spunky and sporty and alive and the chrome exhaust pipe finisher, lower suspension, colour-coded door handles and honeycomb grille add to the new look of the old Panda.
The sports seats with special trim are complemented by the leather steering wheel and gear knob and a full on-board computer, auto-locking door function, remote steering wheel controls and MP3 stereo system definitely makes you want to take a closer look. Safety features include ABS, EBD and front and side airbags.
The new 1.4-litre 16-valve power unit develops a power output of 74 kW at 6000 r/min and kicks out a maximum of 131 Nm of torque at 4 250r/min. The 6-speed gearbox has a “sport” button, which sharpens the throttle response and reduces assistance in the electric power steering.
The top speed is 185 km/h and Fiat claims that it will go from 0 – 100km/h in 9.5 seconds.
The new Panda colour range is made up of five colours, namely red, white, black, grey and blue.
Fiat has as also expanded the Panda range with a new entry-level model, the new Panda 1.1 Active. It comes with Fiat's 4-cylinder in-line unit from the Fire models. It develops a power output of 40 kW at 5000 r/min while the torque rises to a maximum of 88 Nm at 2750 r/min. It comes with a five-speed manual gearbox.
Standard features include:
- Dual-mode power steering with City function
- Dual front airbags
- Heated rear window with window wiper
- Height-adjustable steering column
- Front electric windows
- Key-operated central locking
Pricing
Panda 1.1 Active: R89 900
Panda 100hp: R124 900
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