Reduces price of Fiat's 500e two-door city electric hatchback by $20,000
After a surge in competition within the electric vehicle (EV) market, small niche models such as the Fiat 500e and Abarth 500e have seen significant price reductions. These reductions are expected to encourage more Australians to adopt electric vehicles.
Power and Performance
The Fiat 500e comes with an 87 kW front-mounted motor that produces 220 Nm of torque, enabling it to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in around 9 seconds [1]. The Abarth 500e Scorpionissima version, however, offers a more powerful motor, producing 114 kW of power and 235 Nm of torque. This upgrade allows the Abarth 500e to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 7 seconds, a two-second improvement over the standard version [1].
Battery and Charging Capabilities
Both the Fiat 500e and Abarth 500e are equipped with a 42 kWh battery pack. The Fiat 500e can DC fast charge at up to 85 kW, allowing it to charge from 10% to 80% in around 35 minutes [2]. The Abarth 500e also supports DC fast charging at up to 85 kW, ensuring quick and efficient charging. The Fiat 500e's onboard AC-charger can add up to 11 kW where a three-phase powered charger is available [6].
Range and Driving Modes
The Fiat 500e offers a WLTP range of up to 311 km, while the Abarth 500e's sportier Scorpionissima variant boasts a WLTP range of up to 252 km [3][7]. The Abarth 500e also features three driving modes: Turismo, Scorpion Street, and Scorpion Track, allowing drivers to tailor their driving experience to their needs [4].
Pricing and Availability
The current drive-away prices in Australia after the recent price reduction are as follows:
- Fiat 500e La Prima: $38,990 drive-away
- Abarth 500e Scorpionissima: $43,990 drive-away
These discounted prices represent a reduction of nearly $20,000 compared to previous prices, where the Fiat 500e was typically around $52,500 before on-road costs and the Abarth 500e Scorpionissima around $60,500 before on-road costs [5]. The offers for both models are expected to run until 30 September 2025 or until stock is available [8].
A Passion for Electric Vehicles
Riz Akhtar, the founder of carloop, is a mechanical engineer with a passion for electric vehicles. As a keen advocate for reducing transport emissions in Australia, Akhtar currently drives a red Tesla Model 3 [9]. The recent price reductions on the Fiat 500e and Abarth 500e are expected to make electric vehicles more accessible to a wider audience, potentially leading to a significant reduction in transport emissions.
[1] Fiat 500e and Abarth 500e Specifications
[2] Charging the Fiat 500e and Abarth 500e
[3] WLTP Ranges for the Fiat 500e and Abarth 500e
[4] Driving Modes in the Abarth 500e
[5] Fiat 500e and Abarth 500e Pricing
[6] AC Charging the Fiat 500e
[7] WLTP Ranges for the Abarth 500e Scorpionissima
[8] Offers for the Fiat 500e and Abarth 500e
[9] Riz Akhtar's Passion for Electric Vehicles
- The surge in competition within the electric vehicle (EV) industry, particularly in the small niche market of cars like the Fiat 500e and Abarth 500e, has led to significant price reductions.
- In the realm of finance, the reduced prices of the Fiat 500e and Abarth 500e are expected to make electric vehicles more affordable for Australians, potentially encouraging more adoption of EVs.
- transitioning to electric vehicles in transportation could lead to a significant reduction in transport emissions, which is a key concern in the lifestyle debate for a sustainable future.
- In the automotive sector, recent advancements in technology have led to the development of more powerful electric vehicles, such as the Abarth 500e Scorpionissima, which produces 114 kW of power compared to the standard Fiat 500e's 87 kW.
