In June 2024, Fiat announced the arrival of a new version of its small city car, the Grande Panda, and now company CEO Olivier François has also announced a 4×4 version, but also spoke about the technical problems the company is facing.

The arrival of the Grande Panda 4×4 is not in doubt, but it is still being considered whether it will be offered with a hybrid or electric drive or both options. “We are looking for solutions, but we got the point and we would like to do something soon,” said CEO François.

François also spoke about the possibility of a seven-seat version, which he said would not be on offer. When it comes to design, Fiat does not abandon the standard box-design characteristic of the first generation. Protective elements have been added in the lower part of the front and rear bumpers emphasizing the SUV style, while the headlights are made of opal cubes and refer to the style of windows on the facade of the Lingot factory, and the daytime running lights and indicators are integrated into the same light block.

Although Fiat has not decided on the powertrain of the new Grande Panda 4×4, some information says that the hybrid option could be a 1.2-L turbo gasoline engine combined with an electric motor with a total power of 128 hp (95 kW), while the all-electric Grande Panda would be powered by a single electric motor with 113 hp (84 kW), and will be equipped with a 44 kWh LFP battery that provides a range of 320 km. François also confirmed that the offer will include a version with a combustion engine paired with a manual gearbox.

Grande Panda will be 3.99 meters long and will be positioned in the compact B segment, unlike its smaller brother (Panda), which is an A segment model.

Source: Fiat