- The all-new Fiat Grande Panda was spotted driving in Turin, revealing the rather basic RED specification.
- The model sports white steelies and comes without roof rails or aluminum-style skid plates.
- Fiat has yet to show the entire lineup of the Grande Panda, something that could happen in the next couple of weeks.
Two weeks after Fiat showed the all-new Grande Panda to the world, the base-spec version of the EV was spotted in Italy. We are talking about the not-yet-unveiled Fiat Grande Panda RED, boasting a spartan specification with white steelies.
The EV was spotted driving on the streets of Turin during the early morning hours, without any sign of camouflage. Fiat is known for casually taking new models for public rides during press photoshoots.
More: Fiat Panda Steelies Look Surprisingly Similar To Citroen’s
The spy photos and videos were uploaded on Instagram by Elena Scandurra, giving us the first look at the RED trim of the Grande Panda. As you can see, there are several differences between the range-topping trim we already saw and this one, suggesting that this is a cheaper trim.
The Fiat Grande Panda RED sports white steelies reminiscent of the original Panda. The wheels are smaller in diameter compared to the 17-inch four-spoke alloys of the launch special, but they look great – as with every car on steelies. Despite the basic looks, the Grande Panda still has the fancy LED headlights and taillights, showing that the halogen era is nearly over.
Other differences include the lack of roof rails, parking sensors, and the faux aluminum skid plates which have been replaced by unpainted plastic. The Panda lettering is still debossed on the profile, as with the Fiat emblem on the tailgate.
Note that the RED trims were introduced in Fiat, Jeep, and Ram products in 2021 but continue to be a part of the Fiat lineup, featuring a red-themed trim inside-out.
Fiat has yet to formally announce the technical specifications of the Grande Panda, besides confirming it will be available with mild-hybrid and fully electric powertrains. The 3.99 m (157.1 inches) long model is expected to offer the same powertrains as the Citroen C3 and e-C3, since it is based on the same Smart Car architecture.
The company hasn’t shown the interior yet, but recent spy shots from Italy confirm the oval-themed design with cork accents and the traditional dashboard shelf. The high-spec version appears to have a digital cockpit, although entry-level trims could adopt the cheaper solution of a smartphone dock instead.
The market launch of the Fiat Grande Panda could happen as soon as July 11, 2024, coinciding with the 125th anniversary of the Italian brand. Hopefully, Fiat will then show us the entire range inside-out, and detail the available powertrain options.
In terms of pricing, the Grande Panda is expected to be the most affordable Fiat, especially in mild-hybrid form. Note that the previous generation of the model was recently renamed Fiat Pandina and will remain in production at least until 2030, despite having been introduced in 2012.
