Inside, FIAT Panda 4x4 offers a distinctive, sophisticated interior that benefits from special fabric trims offered in two colour matches: grey/black and grey/beige. The new 4x4 version also retains the big luggage capacity that has always been one of the strengths of this model. With the one-piece or split rear seat folded down, the space increases from a minimum of 200 to a maximum of 855 dm3 (measured to the roof). If the rear seat is split and also slides, the figures are 230 dm3 (with the seat fully forward) and 780 dm3 respectively. Fiat Panda 4x4 is a car of huge personality that will be able to satisfy customers with different needs and tastes, including the growing number of drivers who seek adventure and an open-air life. The new version offers such customers a permanent four wheel drive system with a viscous coupling and two differentials that come into play automatically when required to tackle any situation with ease. An inveterate explorer that is most at home on unsurfaced, difficult roads, as we can see from its standard A ramp angles, particularly the approach angle that measures the maximum front angle that can be negotiated by an off-road vehicle without the body touching the road. The second value is the departure angle, i.e. the maximum slope that can be climbed in reverse starting from a horizontal surface. The last one is the ramp angle, i.e. the maximum possible angle at the base of a triangular ramp (isosceles) that can be negotiated up without the bottom of the car touching the ground. The Climbing specification of the new model records the following values: 24 deg. (front), 42 deg. (rear) and 24 deg. (ramp), that become 26 deg., 44 deg. and 23 deg. respectively for the Panda 4x4 specification. The maximum climbable gradient is more than 50%.

The 4x4 supermini boasts excellent driving comfort due to the tried and tested suspension layout with its specific settings. At the front, the suspension is independent, MacPherson type with lower wishbones linked to a subframe and an anti-roll bar connected to the shock absorber. The rear suspension is also independent with longitudinal tie rods connected to a specific chassis with anti-roll bar.

As already mentioned, the cars available are the tried and tested 1.2 that develops a maximum power of 60 bhp (44 kW) at 5000 rpm and a torque of 10.4 kgm (102 Nm) at 2500 rpm and the 70 bhp 1.3 Multijet (51 kW) at 4000 rpm and torque of 14.8 kgm (145 Nm) at 1500 rpm. When equipped with the first power unit, the Panda 4x4 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 20 seconds and reaches a top speed of 145 km/h (when equipped with a second-generation turbodiesel engine, the figures are 16 seconds and 155 km/h respectively).

It should be pointed out that, after being the first to introduce engines with Multijet technology to the mini sector, Fiat was also the first to make this engineering heritage available to 4x4 minis. The equipment package on this specific version is complemented by a Nav Plus infotelematic system, headlight washers and a Dualdrive electric power steering system (the latter is standard over the range). The new car is also unequalled when it comes to safety. Beginning with its outstanding braking system: on versions equipped with the 1.2 Fire power unit, all wheels are fitted with 240 mm diameter discs (the front ones are ventilated) that rise to 257 mm on Multijet versions. The Panda 4x4 offers as standard ABS with EBD complete with an antislip function during deceleration (MSR).

FIAT Panda 4x4 and Panda 4x4 Climbing are unique in their segment for offering an electronic differential lock with the LD (Locking Differential) function.



FIAT Panda Cross: unique style combining sportiness and elegance

FIAT Panda Cross, available only with a 70 bhp 1.3 16v Multijet engine, conveys an immediate impression of freshness and fun, backed by solidity and sturdiness. It also guarantees driving satisfaction and a will to live life to the full and satisfy a desire to travel in complete freedom. The new version features styling similar to that of larger off-road cars but with all the benefits that only a mini can offer.

FIAT Panda Cross therefore combines elegant features with sporty traits to create a product with a strong aesthetic personality: roof bars, chunky side strips, big headlights and wide bumpers. The new vehicle is also outstanding for an off-road performance typical of an SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle).

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