Tag: 2012 Panda

  • Novitec 2012 Fiat Panda – Clever and Sporty

    Novitec has announced their latest project, which is based on the new Fiat Panda. The 2012 model is completely different than the previous version and the tuning company had a lot of work make it even more special.

    The Novitec Panda comes with a new front spoiler, which can be attached to the production fascia – €184. There is also a new rear spoiler – €150.

    The small car rolls big 7.5J x 17” N10 wheels finished in matt-black or silver. They are wrapped with 215/35 R17 tires in order to fit in the arcs. The price for the set is  – €1,106.

    The suspension can be fitted with coilover kit, which can be adjusted, so the ride can be lowered between 30 and 80 millimeters. The cheaper variant is a set of sport springs -35mm.

    The final touch of the exterior is a sport rear muffler that has a one-round 90mm tailpipe on both sides – €251.

    The performance of the small two-cylinder TwinAir gasoline engine is boosted to 99HP (73 kW). 0-100 km/h in 10.1 seconds and a top speed of 188 km/h (117 mph). The power kit is €419.

    The diesel variant – 1.3 16V MultiJet can be boosted to 91HP (67 kW). 0-100 km/h in 11.9 seconds and a top speed of 178 km/h (110 mph). Price – €335.

    Source: Novitec

  • 2012 Fiat Panda – Price £8900 OTR

    2012 Fiat Panda - Side AngleFiat has announced the price list for the new 2012 5-door Panda. It starts at just £8900 OTR as the price goes up to £12 250 for the top-of-range Fiat Panda Lounge 1.3 Multijet 75PS that includes air conditioning, roof rails, Start&Stop and alloy wheels as standard.

    The engine range includes 69PS 1.2-litre petrol, 85PS 0.9-litre TwinAir, and 75PS 1.3-litre MultiJet 2 turbodiesel, the new Fiat Panda can be ordered in three different trim levels – Pop, Easy and Lounge.

    Standard equipment in the entry level Pop includes electric windows, central locking, Dualdrive electric power steering, four airbags and body colour bumpers. The extensive options list includes ESP, roof rails and black pastel paint.

    Easy trim versions add remote central locking, air conditioning, roof rails and a higher grade audio system, while Lounge additionally receives heated electric mirrors, 15” alloy wheels, front fog lamps, body coloured mirrors and door handles, and side mouldings.

    Safety is of course top of the agenda with up to six airbags, double seatbelt pretensioners, an active anti-whiplash head restraint system, and available ESP. In addition, a new Low Speed Collision Mitigation system will become available for the first time. This uses a laser sensor on the windscreen to scan a space a short distance in front of the vehicle to determine the risk of a collision. It is capable of automatically activating emergency braking at speeds less than 30km/h (18.6mph).

    A vast list of available options will allow customers to specify a car to suit their own needs and, with a huge choice of 10 exterior colours and six interior/dashboard combinations, everyone will be able to create their own special Panda.

    “I’m delighted that we remain highly competitive against our key rivals in this small car sector,” says Elena Bernardelli, marketing director, Fiat Group Automobiles UK. “We are particularly good value when you take into consideration the levels of equipment offered in standard specification across the range.”

    OTR pricing:

    Model Basic Price (£) Total OTR (£)
    POP 1.2 8v 69 CV 6996.62 8900.00
    POP 1.3 MULTIJET 75 CV 8829.95 11,100.00
    EASY 0.9 TWINAIR 85 CV 8538.28 10,750.00
    EASY 0.9 TWINAIR 85 CV DUALOGIC 9163.28 11,500.00
    EASY 1.2 8V 69 CV 7538.28 9550.00
    EASY 1.3 MULTIJET 75 CV 9371.62 11,750.00
    LOUNGE 0.9 TWINAIR 85 CV 8954.95 11,250.00
    LOUNGE 0.9 TWINAIR 85 CV DUALOGIC 9579.95 12,000.00
    LOUNGE 1.2 8V 69 CV 7954.95 10,050.00
    LOUNGE 1.3 MULTIJET 75 CV 9788.28 12,250.00

    Source: Fiat