An Abarth model of the Fiat 500 EV has been anticipated for some time for the reason that Abarth 595/695 vary is lengthy due for a alternative. It has now been confirmed that the primary absolutely electrical Abarth will debut on November 22, with a teaser revealing the distinctive alloy wheels that includes the scorpion badge.
In line with the teaser, the brand new mannequin can be known as “Abarth New 500” as an alternative of adopting the 595 or 695 nameplates of its ICE-powered predecessors. The colour of selection for the presentation is a vivid electrical lime shade, speaking the EV nature of the recent hatch. Naturally, this received’t be the one obtainable coloration as we’ve got already noticed a red-painted camouflaged prototype throughout testing.
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The Abarth-specific alloy wheels function a 5 twin-spoke design, a duo-tone therapy, and a big Scorpion on the middle caps matching the physique coloration. The LED headlights are an identical to the Fiat 500 however the bumper is redesigned adopting sportier seems to be. The bodykit can be anticipated to incorporate facet sill extensions, a brand new rear bumper with a diffuser, and a barely bigger rear spoiler. Inside, the Abarth New 500 will function closely bolstered bucket seats, distinctive infotainment graphics, and particular trim choices like its predecessors.
The corporate says that the brand new mannequin can be “Extra Abarth Than Ever” hinting at quite a few efficiency upgrades. It’s protected to imagine that the front-mounted electrical motor will produce greater than the 117 hp (87 kW / 118 PS) and 220 Nm (162 lb-ft) of torque of the usual Fiat 500, providing improved acceleration figures. The Scorpion model has additionally revealed the speaker-generated electrical sound of the mannequin. Extra importantly, Abarth will equip the recent hatch with a extra centered chassis setup that includes a stiffer suspension, stronger brakes, and tweaked steering.
We count on Abarth to proceed with its teaser marketing campaign till the official debut so we are going to hold you posted if we’ve got any updates. Abarth will turn into an EV-only model in 2024, following the demise of the growing old 595/695 vary which bought one final replace for 2023.