Saturday, October 6, 2012

Fiat Panda 4X4 is coming to India


Fiat calls it the the only A segment four-wheel drive model. The successor to a bestseller which first appeared almost 30 years ago, the new Fiat Panda 4x4 is a perfect interpretation of the spirit of the times, proving itself able to unite consolidated off-road capabilities with a refined design and compact, efficient architecture. The Panda 4x4 is ready to tackle mountain mule tracks and the urban jungle with the same ease. The new Panda 4x4 improves itself once again and reasserts its admirable capacity to compete with off-road cars of much greater dimensions.


FIAT Panda 4X4 is coming to India

The new Fiat panda 4x4 – the only four-wheel drive model in the a segment – will make its debut at the forthcoming international Paris Motor Show. The successor to a bestseller which first appeared almost 30 years ago, today’s third-generation four-wheel drive Panda is a perfect interpretation of the spirit of the times, uniting consolidated off-road capabilities with a refined design and compact, efficient architecture. The Panda 4x4 is the superlative expression of the model’s great versatility, a genuine Super Panda, ready to tackle mountain mule tracks and the urban jungle in the same assured manner.

FIAT Panda 4X4 is coming to India

In addition to standard equipment capable of satisfying the most demanding of customers, from a technical point of view the new Panda 4x4 has been further improved to reassert its capacity to compete with off-road vehicles of much greater dimensions and higher prices. The 5-door Panda is 368 centimetres long, 167 centimetres wide and 160 centimetres high. The wheelbase is 230 centimetres and it has a front and rear track of 141 and 140 centimetres respectively.

FIAT Panda 4X4 is coming to India

The Panda 4x4 is equipped with a torque-on-demand transmission system with two differentials and an electronically controlled coupling. This is a permanent four-wheel drive system managed by an electronic control unit which, by analysing vehicle signals, distributes traction on the front and rear axle homogenously and proportionally according to road grip conditions. The advantages of this system are that it is entirely automatic in operation and requires no maintenance

FIAT Panda 4X4 is coming to India

The Panda 4x4 features an ESC (Electronic Stability Control) system with an ELD (Electronic Locking Differential) function as standard. This system provides additional assistance while driving and setting-off uphill on slippery terrain (snow, ice, mud etc.). More specifically, the ELD acts by braking the wheels with poor grip (or those slipping more than the others), thereby transferring the drive force to those which have more grip on the ground. This function can be activated manually by pressing a button behind the gear lever and operates below 30mph.

FIAT Panda 4X4 is coming to India

Two engine versions of the Fiat Panda 4x4 will become available, both with Start&Stop: the new 85 HP 0.9 TwinAir Turbo and the 75 HP 1.3 MultiJet II diesel. Compared with the 1.2 Fire of the previous generation, the TwinAir Turbo has 40 percent more torque. In combination with a special six-speed gearbox with low-range first gear, it ensures better uphill starts, flexibility and pick-up. A similar improvement is found on the MultiJet II engine. The new car’s rear suspension is lighter than its predecessor and provides better ride and acoustic comfort, with the same off-road performance as before.

FIAT Panda 4X4 is coming to India

Elegant looks are combined with impressive off-road credentials. New Panda 4x4 is destined to be the benchmark in this particular market segment thanks to its refined style, attention to detail and comprehensive equipment. This is demonstrated by a complete and unique range of standard equipment: ESC with ELD, manual climate control system, CD/MP3 radio, 15" burnished alloy rims, 175/65 R15 M+S tyres, electric rear view mirrors, central locking system with remote control and rear head restraints. A vast range of optional equipment and accessories is available, to further enhance either its urban or off-road use, as required.

FIAT Panda 4X4 is coming to India

The interiors pick up the solutions adopted on 4x2 versions with some important innovations: a new green fascia variant framing the instruments and the large storage pocket, fabric seats with a special design in three colour variant (green, beige, orange) and eco-leather details, front and rear door panels also with eco-leather inserts and finally a high console over the central tunnel which adds a further storage compartment to the 14 already present on 4x2 versions.

FIAT Panda 4X4 is coming to India

For the look of the new Panda 4x4, Fiat Centro Stile designers started from the idea of consolidating its purely functional design features, adding small details that convey the image of an extremely sophisticated multifunctional mini SUV. Looks are strongly characterised by the marked geometric lines of the front and rear bumpers with aluminium colour cosmetic inserts to underline the presence of metallic protection under the body. Two body colours now complement the existing colour palette to enhance its 4x4 looks: Sicilia orange (pastel) and Toscana green (metallic).

FIAT Panda 4X4 is coming to India

Other features in Panda 4×4 include
175/65 15 inch tyres
Torque on Demand
Electronic Stability Control
Start & Stop System
6- speed Manual transmission
Other features in Panda 4×4 include
175/65 15 inch tyres
Torque on Demand
Electronic Stability Control
Start & Stop System
6- speed Manual transmission

Fiat-Chrysler chief executive Sergio Marchionne (L) and Fiat Chairman John Elkann (R) pose next to a Fiat Panda 4x4 model on media day at the Paris Mondial de l'Automobile

Fiat-Chrysler chief executive Sergio Marchionne (L) and Fiat Chairman John Elkann (R) pose next to a Fiat Panda 4x4 model on media day at the Paris Mondial de l'Automobile September 27, 2012. The Paris auto show opens its doors to the public from September 29 to October 14. REUTERS/Jacky Naegelen
Fiat-Chrysler chief executive Sergio Marchionne (L) and Fiat Chairman John Elkann (R) pose next to a Fiat Panda 4x4 model on media day at the Paris Mondial de l'Automobile September 27, 2012. The Paris auto show opens its doors to the public from September 29 to October 14. REUTERS/Jacky Naegelen

Fiat-Chrysler chief executive Sergio Marchionne (L) and Fiat Chairman John Elkann (R) pose next to a Fiat Panda 4x4 model on media day at the Paris Mondial de l'Automobile

Fiat-Chrysler chief executive Sergio Marchionne (L) and Fiat Chairman John Elkann (R) pose next to a Fiat Panda 4x4 model on media day at the Paris Mondial de l'Automobile September 27, 2012. The Paris auto show opens its doors to the public from September 29 to October 14. REUTERS/Jacky Naegelen
Fiat-Chrysler chief executive Sergio Marchionne (L) and Fiat Chairman John Elkann (R) pose next to a Fiat Panda 4x4 model on media day at the Paris Mondial de l'Automobile September 27, 2012. The Paris auto show opens its doors to the public from September 29 to October 14. REUTERS/Jacky Naegelen

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