A little seducer: The electric Fiat 500 targets the gut and evokes emotions. (Photo: © Fiat)
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A stylish electric car like the Fiat 500 Electric Convertible isn't just a winner for women. But what about its performance? We put the small electric car through its paces.
Electric cars are now a dime a dozen. Almost every manufacturer has a few electric vehicles in its range and the range is constantly growing. In Small car segment sees that Offer still quite thin Although there is a VW e-up and its identical twins of Seat and Skoda, the Dacia Spring or the Renault Twingo E-Tech already some, but one You will look in vain for a chic convertible like the Fiat 500 Electric.
Of course, a small car like the Fiat 500 Electric not exactly the classic tradesman's carBut for customer visits or smaller errands, the small electric car is a interesting alternative. Parking problems in the big city he is almost unknown And if it's a convertible like our test car, you get a pleasant breeze of fresh air for free.
The 500 electric car has nothing in common with the standard Fiat 500 with a combustion engine. Electric Cinquecento stands on a specially developed platform and has grown slightly in all dimensions, without losing his iconic character. With his cuddly appearance, crisp proportions, and round, doe-eyed body, he plays the role of seducer and evokes emotions.
In addition to the version with electric fabric cap, there is the 500 Electric also as a three-door coupé and as a 3+1 variant With a additional door on the passenger sideThe reverse-hinged door makes it easier for children to get into the rear, which is particularly advantageous when using a child seat.
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Mobility - electric drives
Mobility - electric drives
In addition, Fiat offers the choice between two battery sizesThe sedan can choose between a battery with 23,8 kWh or 42 kWh , while the 500 Electric Cabriolet always rolls off with the more powerful battery. The range is pleasingly long for a small car. According to the WLTP standard, the Italian heartthrob with a full battery up to 303 kilometers.
In our practical test with the 500 Electric Cabriolet we came in pure city driving actually to exactly 300 kilometersIn the third-wheel mix, the range shrank to 250 km, which is still perfectly acceptable. Especially since the Fiat was often driven at 130 km/h on the highway, and sometimes even a bit faster. The Fiat runs at a maximum speed of 150 km/h. That's perfectly adequate for a small car.
The Italian is also a lot of fun outside of the city. It accelerates powerfully and, if necessary, reaches 100 km/h in a brisk nine seconds. With the roof open, the pleasure of fresh air is immense. The wind conjures up ever-changing hairstyles, and with the roof closed, the 500 Electric Cabriolet is also quite capable of suitable for higher speeds on long distancesFinally, the Italian electric car – unlike most other small electric cars – can be equipped with standard 85 kW charging really fast.
At a Fast charging station with direct current need the batteries well 25 minutes to reach 80 percentHowever, if the Fiat is to be fully charged outside the optimal charging window, it needs a long hourAt home, however, it charges from a wallbox with a similarly fast 11 kW. However, it then takes about four hours for the battery storage to reach 100 percent capacity. In return, it can store cheap nighttime electricity.
Because the Cinquecento Electric has grown slightly compared to the conventional 500 Electric and has a longer wheelbase, the Interior space significantly largerThis provides noticeably more room to move around. Even taller people feel comfortable in the front seats. The back seat, however, is still only for children and teenagers or for Adults only suitable for short distances, Also the trunk has a capacity of 185 to maximum 550 liters Quite manageable. But hey, the 500 Electric is and remains a small car with many advantages in the city.
And it is a very modern electric car: The driver looks at stylish, easy-to-read Digital instruments and the 10,25-inch touchscreen of the multimedia is self-explanatory. The optionally available in the package Navigation system quickly calculates the entered route and for the In addition to the usual USB ports, smartphones also an iinductive charging station. The technology package, which is not exactly cheap at 1.681 euros net, also includes a adaptive cruise control and one Lane keeping assistant, with which the Fiat can drive autonomously up to Level 2. Even a full sounding sound system from JBL is included in the package.
In general, the Italian manufacturer demonstrates great attention to detail in the interior. For example, in the handles of the door panels, the silhouette of the original Fiat 500 can be found with the lettering "Made in Torino." The capital of the Piedmont region is also featured on the inductive charging station. But that's not all: When starting off, the very quiet electric cars must emit a noise to warn pedestrians or road users. But instead of just any to blast a profane buzzing noise onto the street, the little Fiat sings every time it restarts a melody from the film Amacord by Federico Fellini.
All in all, the Fiat 500 Electric Convertible proves to be a very loving, but also very well-made car. The Italian doesn't have any major weaknesses. However, the fun in the fresh air also costs almost a fortune: Exactly 31.924 euros net Fiat is asking for its cute electric car – including the solidly crafted fabric roof. That's an enormous amount of money for a small car that's likely reserved for well-heeled tradespeople.
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