New Fiat 500 Electric In-Depth Review 2021 - The Best Electric City Car?
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- Опубликовано: 9 июл 2024
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At last, an all-new third generation Fiat 500. And contrary to appearances, everything is different. This is the very first all-electric car from the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles FCA conglomerate, a model to be marketed as 'New 500' and sold alongside the existing petrol hybrid model, which continues for the foreseeable future. This latest car is fractionally bigger than that old second generation model, but continues to be offered in 3-door hatch and convertible body styles. Unlike some stylised direct EV segment rivals, there's a proper driving range of nearly 200 miles with the volume 42kWh version.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
00:52 Background
03:04 Driving Experience
10:07 Design & Build
22:13 Market & Model Range
37:16 Cost of Ownership
46:11 Summary
Background
A new Fiat 500 is a big deal. We had the cute original in 1957. The New Millennium model that saved Fiat as a car maker, launched in 2007. And this car, introduced in early 2020. It's only offered in full-electric form (which is why the old petrol mild hybrid model carries on). And that's part of the reason development of this MK3 model has been so lengthy. Fiat wanted to wait for battery technology to mature a bit before launching this car - and that's paid off, allowing the brand to engineer in a much longer EV driving range than close rivals, the MINI Electric and the Honda e.
"It doesn't feel time to be timid", says Fiat boss Oliver Francois. "This car isn't just for now, it's for the next decade. So it's built new from the ground up and it's all-electric and only electric from day one". But the exterior look is very recognisable, as is the hatch and convertible body style choice.
Driving Experience
There are two battery options available in New 500, but we'd suggest you try and ignore the smaller 24.2kWh unit fitted to the base fixed-top 'Action'-spec model, unless you really are urban-based. This uses a smaller 70kW (93hp) electric motor and restricts you to a WLTP-rated driving range of just 115 miles. Much better to stretch to the 42kWh battery pack that's mated to an 87kW (118hp) motor and is fitted across the rest of the range, including all cabriolet variants. This is good for 186-199 miles and takes half a second off the 0-62mph time (trimming it to 9 seconds). Like all EV's, this one feels even quicker off the mark than that figure suggests (30mph can be reached from rest in just 3.1s), though Fiat has tried to make power delivery quite linear so that you don't use up all your battery charge at once. Maximum speed is restricted though - to just 93mph in the 42kWh model - or 84mph in the 24.2kWh version. Various types of automated driving technology are available, including adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist and intelligent speed limit assist.
Various drive modes are available that will enable you to maximise your driving range. There are three settings - 'Normal', 'Range' and the curiously named 'Sherpa', with the last of these being focused on getting the maximum from the battery, including a navigation program that will limit the maximum speed to 50mph and restrict acceleration. The 'Range' mode maximises brake regeneration, meaning that you'll normally only have to drive with one pedal, so great will be the deceleration when you lift off the throttle. But most of the time, you'll be leaving in this car in its 'Normal' setting, in which form it won't require too much acclimatisation over a conventionally engined supermini.
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I wish Fiat would bring back the 500 to the states. We need affordable EVs and we need more options for those who primarily just commute to and from work, especially in urban environments. That third door would definitely add to the practicality, and if priced right could make a perfect BEV city runabout. Especially since the CCS charging is now supported. We had the original 500e and I’ve seen a fair few as of late, given how cheap they are used.
Excellent in-depth and well-spoken review with professional delivery and execution. More reviews should be like this.
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Got one of these and love it. Just done 5000 km road trip around Europe…it really can be done! Disagree that small battery version is pointless though - if you’ve got home charging and live in a city it would be absolutely fine
Thanks for sharing your ownership experience Greg! Hope you had a great road trip. What made you choose the 500 Electric over other models?
Love my ‘Passion’ spec 500. Tiny size means it just fits on our drive and it’s a pleasure to drive, especially in range mode which does bring ours to a complete halt. We’re getting about 160 real world range with quite a bit of motorway driving. 85kw charging is useful for quick top ups away from home.
Great to hear that you're enjoying your Fiat 500! Thanks for watching 👍
Regen doesn't bring the car to a stop, the brakes activate just prior...
This is the most serious review of the 500e. Cheers from Norway 👍
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Ordered for a week, for my island it is perfect.
Love this car and great first ev 👍 thorough review as always 👍
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Great review great little car if I go electric this is my choice!
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Great review as always... I would definitely consider this Fiat if I were in the market for an EV... alas I think I have one more petrol powered car on my horizon first!
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Love your reviews so much more enjoyable than the “It’s all about me” style of Car Wow’s Mat Watson
you are supposed to raise the rear headrest .....I understand I owned a mazda 2 with the same design
Could you please tell me what colour this one is....
It has been a while but we believe it is the Celestial blue
Apart from the infrastructure that needs to be improved not just here in the UK but in other European countries, what concerns me with electric cars is the life expectancy of the batteries. Is there any info on that? How costly is it to replace them compared to buying a new EV instead? Thank you for yet another informative review.
Battery will last similar to an engine life. And individual cells can be replaced to restore capacity. But require no maintenance like an engine. Most should see 150k with little fatigue. Charge car overnight on your drive way. Off peak cost. Best way. Full power every morning. Or as desired. If you require over 200 miles a day.. leave for a few years.. they will improve.. charging stations will be tedious.. these long range EVs will arrive mid decade.
Hi there, our Electric Vehicle Hub has all the info you need about switching to an EV: www.osv.ltd.uk/electric-vehicle-hub/
You’re looking at a battery “life” of 12 years, comparable to a petrol car. Why do I say “life”? Because that represents a loss of about 20%. So, the battery is still usable after that time, you just wouldn’t get the same range. After that, you can replace the battery and keep the old one (or sell it for) domestic solar storage.
Plus, Fiat (as do other BEV manufacturers) gives you a warranty of 100.000 kilometres or 7 (or 8) years with a battery capacity of minimum 70%. Should the battery degrade earlier, you are entitled to a battery refurbishment/replacement.
If the mini could match the range and price it'd be great
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The EV battery hybrid goes from 0 to full in 100 m of downhill and back to 0 in50 m of driving
I'd buy one, but it's too expensive for a small electric car
Hi there, switching to electric can be more affordable than you might expect. Be sure to visit our EV Hub for all the info you need: www.osv.ltd.uk/electric-vehicle-hub/
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply I've looked at purchase/lease prices etc., of electric cars and in my opinion many are way overpriced. Time electric cars from China got into the UK market because there is a market for small no frills electric cars
@@annies8075 We'll be talking about an exciting EV from China shortly so be sure to keep an eye on the channel!
Best is 3+1 version but it's way too much more expensive than it should.
Leave the snide techno beats out pal.. cheeeezzy. Dont use re gen brake ing.. make u feel sea sick. Pulls on your stomach. Normal mode best. Gains no power back. Charging is were power is gained. Let the mugs dive in first. Wait till 2025.. all will have much improved range and price. Get your home chargers installed.. ready ⚡
The good thing about the “vegan” leather steering wheel is that it doesn’t “polish” with use and always feels like new unlike real leather which feels awful after a few months.
I own a fiat 500e and you dont get 160 miles when driving at 50 to 60 mph doing 23 miles you loose around double that in range.
Thanks for sharing your experience with the Fiat 500e Richard! What do you make of the car overall?
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply its a great car but shame about the battery, i know that fiat have to keep some features for the top model but i have the icon which i paid £27k for but its comes without a reversing camara which with the high back i feel it needs,
I am very disappointed in the battery technology as I said the range is no were near the manufacturer quoted and I have watched a video Autogefuel were Thomas the presenter said that if you drive any ev at 60 to 70 mph you will only get half of the max quoted range, which It seems to be with the fiat 500e. So I am thinking of buying the new Astra 3 cylinder petrol manual I know it's a fossil fueled car but I need the range, plus I feel the charging infrastructure is lagging well behind.
4 months on our LaPrima plagued with issues...Front brakes grab when stopping, sounds like mice in callipers, warning lights for tyre pressure on within 10 minutes of collection, audio not working correctly signage on within 2 weeks. Pedestrian warning sound barely audible and only sounds at 15 mph, once per journey, sos light on twice, this indicates the eu call failure, many times one must press start twice before it will "start".
It has now been 4 months since Fiat were informed about the brakes and still investigating....
Avoid this model it's not a good buy. We going to trade it in soon and buy a proper EV that has customer service focus. Check online reviews of Fiat and it's evident they don't care. One cannot review a car without using it for more than what's really a test drive over a weekend.
Just too expensive....but not as daft as the Honda E !
What is it about the Honda e that puts you off?
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply the range....imagine when it's 5 years old on a winter's day....?
Cute and appealing, but the Renault Zoe R135 is better.
What is it about the Renault Zoe that you like more?
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply 5 doors, 5 seats, heater pump, more space, bigger boot, longer range, faster normal charging, better warranty. Its a buy with your head choice, where I would likely buy the Fiat with my heart.
But it's French......hello!
Unbelievable. This small car is small on the inside.
Shocker! 😅 What do you make of the Fiat 500 Electric?
Hello@@OsvUkVehicleSupply not sure tbh, looking for a small EV and this one seams like the posh option. Really liked the testdrive and didnt feel it to be to small (i`m 192cm and 130Kg). It really is between the Fiat and the smart. leaning to the Fiat.
When these EVs use their strong regenerative brakes, do the brake lights in the back come on? I suspect not.
How would the driver behind, know that you are decelerating hard enough to stop?
These small cars are still way to expensive for people who don't want the extra gadgets and self driving fantasy.
I'll wait for some Chinese version that's a car for daily errands. Not a toy for gadget heads.
Hi there, if you're thinking about going electric, check out our EV Hub for all the info you need - www.osv.ltd.uk/electric-vehicle-hub/
Yes the brake lights do come on as soon as you start to decelerate.
When it gets down to 5 minutes charge time at a service station to full power and a range of at least 1000 miles with no loss of charge in cold weather, then I might be interested.
Hi Simon, be sure to visit our EV Hub to find out more about the benefits of switching to electric now: www.osv.ltd.uk/electric-vehicle-hub/
When they come up with a petrol car than can fill itself up on my driveway for £3, then I might be interested…
Also, 1000 miles at 70mph is 14.3 hours. You drive for 14.3 hours straight, do you? If so, let me know where you’ll be in the last 8 hours of that drive and I’ll be sure to not end up dead in a flaming ball of death with you when you fall asleep behind the wheel.
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Way too pricey. Fiat should have had less gadgets to keep the price down. How are we going to get ordinary people in to electric cars if the prices are this high.
i have owned 2 electric fiat 500s as far back as 2014 in california. they looked like the gas car, but were full electric. this new one is ugly
How much did they pay you for this "review"? LOL!
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