Video Summary
Here are the key points and findings from the YouTube video review of the Fiat 600e electric car:- The Fiat 600e is the larger sibling to the 500e.
- The Fiat 600e is priced at just under £30,000, with the top-spec La Prima coming in at £34,000.
- The manufacturer claims a WLTP range of around 253 miles, while real-world mixed driving yields 200-220 miles, which is identical to the Jeep Avenger.
- The Fiat 600e comes with a heat pump as standard.
- There’s a degree of customization for regenerative braking, but full one-pedal driving is absent.
- DC charging up to 100kW allows for a 20-80% charge in 27 minutes.
- AC charging (11kW) from 0-100% takes 5 hours 45 minutes, while a 2.3kW home charger takes around 30 hours.
- The front-mounted motor sends power to the front wheels only (FWD).
- Power and Torque for sport: 115kW (154 hp), 260 Nm.
- Power and Torque for normal: 80 kW (109 hp), 220 Nm.
- Power and Torque for eco: 60 kW (82 hp), 180 Nm.
- Tested acceleration 0-20mph: 2.44 seconds; 0-30mph: 3.68 seconds; 0-60mph: 8.65 seconds.
- Tested acceleration 50-70mph: 4.78 seconds.
- Top speed is rated at 93 mph.
- The overall performance is lackluster compared to alternatives.
- Ride comfort is well-tuned.
- Steering wheel is light for easy maneuvering.
- It doesn't inspire driver engagement or confidence on winding roads due to FWD and some body roll.
- The interior design has no complaints given the price point.
- The interior uses good quality stitching and nice materials in the design for upholstery, door frames and the dashboard.
- Some cheap plastic can be found around the dashboard.
- The infotainment system is responsive, featuring a 10.25-inch display.
- It supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but built-in navigation is only available on the La Prima trim.
- Standard safety features include cruise control, intelligent speed assist, drowsy driver detection, traffic sign information and autonomous emergency brake, and lane-keep assist.
- In the Red trim, front, side, and rear parking sensors are limited.
- Top-spec La Prima has adaptive cruise control and blind-spot detection.
- A 360 liter boot capacity, increasing to 1,231 liters with the rear seats down, is larger than the 500e.
- The larger Fiat 600e earns a "Best Buy" award for being stylish, having great technology, and decent comfort, all at a good price.
