Especificaciones y análisis del Fiat Panda
Power
80HP
Torque
140Nm
Consumption
-l/100
Emissions
86g/km
0-100 km/h
12.8s
Top Speed
168km/h
Weight
1155kg
Price
13,910€
Technical summary
Gasolina o gas natural
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
200 L
35 L
59 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Fiat Panda Lounge 0.9 80 CV TwinAir Natural Power Gasolina/Metano (2013-2016)
General description
This generation's Fiat Panda is the embodiment of Italian ingenuity applied to urban mobility. With its Natural Power version, it not only offers a practical, five-door solution for the city, but does so with an ecological and economical heart, capable of running on both gasoline and natural gas, earning its ECO label in an era when it wasn't so common. It's a car that greets you with a smile and a promise of intelligent simplicity.
Driving experience
Driving the Panda TwinAir is an experience full of character. The peculiar sound of its two-cylinder engine is addictive and brings a smile to your face with every acceleration. With 80 horsepower, it feels agile and lively in urban traffic, slipping through any gap with astonishing ease thanks to its small turning circle. It's not a sprinter on the highway, but its lightness and the connection offered by its five-speed manual gearbox make it a fun and endearing travel companion.
Design and aesthetics
The Panda's design is an ode to charming functionality, dominated by the 'squircle' or squared circle concept. This shape is repeated in the headlights, the instrument cluster, and even the steering wheel, creating a unique and friendly visual identity. Inside, the space is surprisingly well-utilized for its size, with a high driving position that inspires confidence and an ergonomically placed gear lever. It's an honest, unpretentious design that prioritizes practicality without sacrificing a touch of joy.
Technology and features
The true technological gem of this Panda lies in its engine. The small 0.9-liter TwinAir block is a feat of engineering, combining a turbo and indirect injection to offer surprising performance with minimal consumption. The ability to run on methane makes it a champion of savings and ecology. Beyond the engine, the technology is simple and functional, with features like the electric power steering with 'City' mode that makes it incredibly smooth for parking, proving that the best technology is the one that makes your life easier.
Competition
In a segment populated by competent rivals like the Volkswagen Up!, the Hyundai i10, or the Renault Twingo, the Fiat Panda stands out for its overwhelming personality. While others opt for sobriety, the Panda offers an unmistakably Latin character, the practicality of its standard five doors, and, above all, the bi-fuel natural gas option that placed it in a unique position in terms of cost per kilometer. It was the choice of both the heart and the wallet.
Conclusion
The Fiat Panda Lounge Natural Power is much more than a simple city car; it's a statement of intent. It's proof that affordable mobility doesn't have to be boring. Its combination of charismatic design, a practical interior, and an engine as peculiar as it is efficient make it an irresistible option for anyone looking for a car with soul. Its charm and extremely low running costs make it an almost perfect urban companion, a small giant of Italian ingenuity.