Fiat 500e Electric 2021 FIRST DRIVE review. Does baby Fiat put the boot into rivals? / Electrifying
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
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You probably don’t need much introduction to the Fiat 500. After all, it’s been around since 2007 and has sold over 2 million examples. There’s almost certainly one parked at a jaunty angle in your neighbourhood, looking eye-catchingly brilliant despite bearing a decade’s worth of scars.
So it is no small matter that you are looking at an all-new one. Along with a fresh body and underpinnings it has new propulsion, with power for the New 500 coming from a 42kWh lithium-ion battery that powers a 117bhp electric motor.
The range is 199 miles and initially goes on sale as the limited edition la Prima convertible and hatchback.
Ginny Buckley tests the new Cabrio version and wonders if it'll be 2021's star electric car. And you can see how the hard top version stacks up against the Mini Electric in our group test video.
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I've been driving this car in Germany for 2 months and I'm thrilled. The range is absolutely sufficient and it is an eye catcher
We picked up ours 2 weeks ago (500e Red) for my wife and she loves it, this has the 16inch wheels and I would suspect gives a smoother ride than the La Prima's 17inch, been managed to use our local tesco's EV chargers to top up the battery, and only having used a rapid charger once, resulting in a cost of just £4 to do 230 miles.... the car that just keeps giving....result..
Looks like Fiat have done a great job. Love all the details. Makes all the difference when a lot of thought, interest, style are all in the mix. Well done Fiat
Fantastic review Ginny, very excited about the new 500!
Thankyou, that's really kind! Ginny
I borrowed an original Fiat 500 decades ago and it was a car that gave me a lot of fun driving and, of course, parking it. A lovely car.
Todays offering too would likely be great fun to but would have nowhere to carry my necessary portable mobility scooter sadly.
Well done, Fiat, again.
I would absolutely love to park this next to my Vespa Primavera. It would be an idyllic, sensible, and arguably perfect little Italian stable of motoring choices...but sadly, Fiat haven’t indicated it’s coming to the US 😔. Lovely review Ginny, well done 👍🏽
I’m giving this channel a sub. *So underrated*
Thanks, that's really kind of you. We've only just launched so your support is much appreciated, Ginny
Same here!
@@Electrifyingcom Totally agreed....great production and presenters.....
My head just exploded watching this video!! I am so frustrated that Fiat is not bringing this to the States. Mayhaps it's because American automakers don't want to be shown up by better technology in smaller vehicles at a decent price.
Aesthetically beautiful and practical city car. Love it. On my list when my Smart ED is ready for a trade
i think Fiat has a winner here. a small cute car with a good range.
Fantastic video, can we get a video from Ginny dedicated to regenerative braking and one-pedal driving, showing exactly how it works and why she loves it so much
Thanks Josh, that's a brilliant idea. We've just added it to the planning list and will get one up next month. Thanks for supporting us! Ginny
This was a perfect review, all the other ones were too flashy, and had lots of unnecessary talking before hand, she got right into it and got me stuck in
Thanks Nino, that's very kind of you. I hope you've subscribed! Ginny
Seen lots of reviews of this car, and this is the most informative out there
Thanks Robbie, that's kind of you. We have another one landing later today you may enjoy too! Ginny
The more I learn about this car, the more I love it. Wish I could buy it in the US and add it to my growing Fiat/Abarth collection ❤️❤️
Collection? I have 2 1.2 500s, 1 Abarth Turismo and a 500X. How many do you have?
Wonderful spot on review. I have the Generation 1 500e, and it's the perfect urban warrior and weekend runabout. So jealous I will never get the chance to own one in California. Bummer! So glad I discovered your channel, which makes up for it.
That's really kind of you Dennis, we appreciate your support! Ginny
I know...it kills me that this car won't be sold here in the US. With that much style and competitive pricing, they'd sell a ton of these on the east and west coasts.
U can import it to California.
@@chrisfreemesser5707
Don't think the car will do well in very cold weather and in the snow, but if imported to California, Arizona or Nevada it should do well.. Importing from Italy is only $3500.. Its best to have a 3rd party in Italy or the UK buy the car for you in order to receive the grants and have the car imported.
@@mamadouaziza2536 You can't import a foreign car to the US unless it meets US safety regulations
Thank God! At last an electric car that I would actually like to buy as opposed to being forced into purchasing! This is a brilliantly comprehensive review by the delightful and very knowledgeable Ginny and has completely reversed my cynicism about battery propulsion. Fiat has obviously thought very carefully about how to market and promote this car and I love all the stylish and individual touches. I always treat my cars like pampered pets and this one has novelty appeal in spades. Thank you so much, Ginny, for banishing my fears for the future! x
Excellent Review! I'm a former 2014 Fiat 500e owner. That car was good, for a conversion, but limited. This all new 500e is a properly designed & purpose built EV. Soo much better! Wish we could get it here in the U.S.
I am in love with Ginny ❤
No no you can't be - I am!!
Perfect City Car. Will probably be my first electric.
You can't go wrong with this decision
Lovely car. Super desirable. Now Mr.Fiat, bring back the X1-9 and make it electric.
I am BEGGING Fiat USA to sell this in the ZEV states here in USA. I'm your first customer, Gordon from Washington, DC.
Go on Fiat USA, make Gordon happy!
I'm the second customer!
Collecting a La Prima on Sunday. Been a fan of fiats for years, tried a test drive and now just waiting for my first electric car to be delivered
Jealous! Hope this comes to the states
Too expensive here in the UK. I’ve not seen one on the road yet.
there is no market for this in the us i think. Fiat does only sell there SUVs and the 124 spider
@@federicomancino7875 I bet they sell some in California
@@Love500 maybe imported ones
@@federicomancino7875 i know decades ago the look of the MG was ruined by California as they had to make them with rubber bumpers instead of the chrome ones. I guess a left hand drive European one wouldn’t be too different apart from having to have loads of reflectors all over it like those stupid ones in the sides of the bumpers on the US current 500.
Fantastic review as usual Ginny, nice looking small car at a good price.
Thanks Steven! Ginny
Great video and finally an electric car review that doesnt mention Tesla every 12 seconds. Fiat have done such a great job on this I think, super cool and elegant with a clever blend of tech and design influences from the original. BMW would do well to study this car in detail and apply the same design principles to the next generation Minis which are now grotesque parodies of the originals. As Ginny said, bravo, great job Fiat.
Thanks Steve, we're a new channel so that means a lot. We have another one landing later today you may enjoy too! Ginny
Where I can buy one to replace my 2012 Fiat 500 Lounge Cabriolet?
They're not selling it in the US and I'm heartbroken.
Stumble upon this channel today and subscribe it without hesitation when I see Ginny in the video. Good review btw.
Love this car. Shame our family won’t fit or our luggage. Great review again, more out takes please. Bring on a Giardinetta, ideally an Abarth version...
Hey Finlay, thanks for your support. Great to see you watched to the end and saw the outtakes! They'll start popping up on more videos from now, Ginny
Another superb Video, i watch a lot of car car videos and yours are the best. Eat your heart out Matt Watson (Used to be my favourite, GB has knocked you for 6. As you said Bravo
Wow Lewis, praise indeed! Mat used to be my on-screen husband over at Carbuyer and he's brilliant. Thanks for your support, Ginny
Nice review! We are waiting for our LaPrima and the more reviews we watch the more convinced we are that we made a good choice :-)
We do love our 500s' we have replaced our Abarth with a 500e ICON. We love it, so easy and so quiet to drive. Range mode and 1 pedal becomes quickly natural. While we wait for our Zappi charger it is still easy to charge this car with its 47Kwh battery over a 2Kwh charger at home so dont sweat it. We are just waiting for the Abarth electric, ooh yeah baby cant wait for that one!
Best Electrifying video so far. More like this please! 👏👏👏
Thanks Callum, our video team are doing a great job aren't they. We have another landing later today I think you'll enjoy! Take care, Ginny
Well done you...You put over the little cute cars many idiosyncrasies very well, we had a test drive in the La Prima in York, without the salesman and it was lovely to drive, it's put the fun back into driving which sadly I lost about 50 yrs earlier. The La Prima will only be available for 500 orders here in UK so some are going to be disappointed as it comes with excellent seating and 17" wheels which the rest of the models do not. Had I not have ordered one, your video would have convinced me to....Now 4 months on.... plagued with annoying warning lights, i.e. tyre pressure monitor, e.call fault, audio failure, auto brake failure, (park brake) been back to dealer 4 times. Front brakes grab and squeak badly, would we buy now...NO. Drives lovely when ok but tomorrow something else will happen!
At last some good competition to carwow :). Great job, amazing video production just got a new subscriber
Just found this channel and subscribed after 10sec. Keep up the great content.
Welcome aboard! Thanks for your support Cliff, we're a new channel and your support means a lot. We have a video landing later today you might enjoy too! Ginny
Definitely on my list when I upgrade from my Zoe50 in two years time.
Bravo!
i love your jumper, where did you buy it ?. if you dont mind .
I'd buy one. First car in 1962 was a Fiat 500 Giardiniera estate in 1977 a Fiat 500 Nuova. Definitely pedal to the metal for fun but caution with the swing axles. Stylish and fun just like Electrifying.
Thanks for your support Charles. We're a new channel so it means a lot, Ginny
Thanks for the review video. Do the brake lights come on when slowing in 'Range' mode?
The gasoline previous version was usually very unreliable, so a switch to all electric makes more sense.
I need this in Montreal. Forza Fiat, dai.
£19995 good value. Maybe by next winter one 9-10 months old even cheaper. I'm tempted.
Not compared with the outgoing petrol version. Even with the UK's £3,000 subsidy it's costing over 50% more than existing customers are used to.
I was told approx. $55 - $65 K here in 'OZ' (Australia) when it arrives early 2022. ( OUCH )
Hopefully an electric panda is next
Cracking review 👍
I like the well-researched, thoughtful evaluations.
Obviously recorded on a summer day as Ginny had the roof down but up here in Scotland, well lets say the weather has not been at its best, so roof continually up thank you. Price wise and looks wise, yes I'd go for it as it has a proven record to fall back on.
Ginny your everywhere . If your not looking at houses your looking at cars 👍😎
Ooo your review is the blooming best that I have seen.
Looks like a terrific car, very good review. Don't care for the front grille badge -- would prefer the FIAT emblem. Seems more classic. Would love it if this came to the USA.
It would have been nice to see under the bonnet. And is it front or rear wheel drive, you didn't say. Finally, how do you turn the daytime driving lights off? (they're a menace, especially since they don't light the rear lamps).
Great review Gin.
Thanks Hank, we appreciate your support! Gin
such a stunning car! i personally would have liked to see them put the motor in the back and give it rwd with the boot then being raised but more space being made available in the front for a frunk... but nonetheless... still 100% considering purchasing one.
I own and drive a 2004 Panda, so 500 or a newer Panda was my next target car, before seeing this lovely 500e.
Brought thiscar on your review hope it's as good as you liked
Seems like everyone is releasing a Fiat 500e review today
The embargo lifted at midnight! Hope you enjoy our version, we have another arriving on Friday too. Ginny
@@Electrifyingcom thanks, very enjoyable.
I have ordered an Icon in celestial blue. Can't wait.
Brilliant~
Fantastic review ever.
Thumbs up 👍
Many thanks for your support! Ginny
Fantastic review. The only thing that puts me off is the ride comfort. I currently have a Nissan Leaf 40 which is really comfortable. I want to downsize as it’s a bit big for just two of us. Has anyone been able to compare the two cars regarding ride comfort yet?
Really nice review!
Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for your support. We have another one landing later today you may enjoy too! Ginny
Also enjoyed this review 👍. Want to run out and buy an electric Fiat.
I can only imagine that music playing as it ploughs through masses of civilians and laugh.
Good review this one. Thorough and I like Ginny.
Thanks, that's really kind of you. We've only just launched our channel so your support is much appreciated, Ginny
Love the look, Love500
Great photography.
Thanks Peter, our video team (Manos & Mitch) are doing an amazing job. We have another one landing later today you may enjoy too! Ginny
Still expensive of course all new electrics are, but much cheaper than a lot of rivals, right?
Nope. Same price range as the much larger ID.3 which also has way more range.
@@weetikissa I agree with range...but this is top spec. "Cabrio" and for the same price you get ID3 with plastic wheel covers...So its like comparing top spec Polo with cheapest Golf...they cost the same...
@@predragkardashian3730 No, this is comparing a faux-luxurious tiny cabrio with a proper family car of four.
Thanks for the review.. Pretty comprehensive.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your support Saul. We have a video landing later today you may enjoy too, Ginny
I own a 2017 Fiat 500e and I really love it . Commuters cars make more sense
My pet peeve with all manufacturers (electric car or not): oversized wheels. Why? Why? This car would look great on 15'. Probably would have a (slightly) higher range, and would cost (slightly) less.
Just to refresh your memory, here are great cars and their wheel sizes:
- McLaren F1: 17'
- Ferrari F40: 17'
- Original NSX: 15' front, 16' rear.
Do you still think you need 17' or 18' in these cute city cars?
Great Review!! Loved it !
Can you go for a trip of duration of approximate 1 hour?
Good report but will wait for the review with 15" wheels and PCP cost.
Coming soon! We have our name on the waiting list for one to review. It's great to hear the kind of films you'd like to see. Thankyou! Ginny
I would never buy a crappy Fiat. But that car, I really love it
comprate na Toyota con le valvole EGR che se scassano, oppure una Honda con gli airbags che esplodono...
Nice review Ginny. Nice location too 👍🏻
Thank you Tim 😁, Ginny
Hi Ginny! I've loved your review to this fantastic car. I personally chosen the new Mini electric because it fits better my "Male" characteristics lolololol and I do prefer a sportier look and better performance...but this one is really cute anyway!
Cheers from Portugal! ;-)
How does having the top down impact range?
I'd like to see Mazda come out with a fully electric vehicle. Mazda has been good for me ever since I had a 626, CX-5, and Mazda 3 hatch.
Once you go electric you never go back. You also feel happier!
I think they should have called the first driving mode, want it to drive like a gas car mode, and the range mode should have been called normal mode. One pedal driving is your friend. Hope it brings the car to a complete stop, cause then you can rest your foot on the accelerator at a light, and get moving quicker.
Which is the version you are testing? The Icon??? The La Prima has white eco-leather seats doesn't it?
It's an Icon model
absolutely stunning car
Great service love the little fiat 500ev
I'd take the Fiat over the Honda. I like how it has normal buttons for the essential functions and isn't chock-full of annoying screens. Less is more.
I agree John! We have a video landing later today you might like too, Ginny
@@Electrifyingcom Hey, Ginny! Seen you on multiple youtube channels over the years, pleasure to make your acquaintance.
Actually the low specced icon gets the 85kw charger too
Really easy on the eyes! The car too :)
Great review and a great car
Thanks for your support Keith, we have a group test video landing later today you might like too! Ginny
A city car, designed and built for city driving, reviewed entirely out in the countryside....? 🤔🙂
Nice looking car though, im sure they'll also sell by the million 👍
wow the best small EV by miles ..... love it
So cute isn't it!
Looks like a practical urban vehicle. Too bad it won't be sold in North America. They could hardly give away the previous 500 in the US.
FCA didn't market Fiats properly here in the US and honestly the introduction was poorly timed with the SUV craze. Still, a properly marketed, properly priced small city car still has a market here.
I have a 2021 jeep wrangler 4xe for that I paid$68k for it 6 Months now ago but I just bought my wife a use 2015 fiat 500e with 32k miles for $16k and I love ❤️ that lil car we car driver all over town Without using gas but We would love to buy a 2022 FIat 500e but In California they’re not selling them I would like to know if there’s a way I can purchase it and get it shipped to California The 500e It’s a really good car for the price that we paying for but Last week I went to the Dodge dealer To see if I can build it and get it shipped to California they said no they can’t do that on anything EV fiats but If I want to purchase any Fiat gas models they can Place the order for me I told them No I want a 500e and I just left
Impressive specs and decent range for a city car and that price is reasonable. Compare it to its supposed competitors like Honda it offers tons of unique ideas without being over the top. Like the shape overall design though the rear seats are really poorly planned. If they ever offer a bigger version with more rear seat leg room an 52 kwh battery it would sell millions in the US. Oh an Ginny you're like a female Matt Watson from Carwow good stuff light an humorous.
The only problem is the price. Yes it is charing but at the same price you can buy a fully loaded Skoda Kodiaq, a very nice Audi A4, a very nice GLB, A class that is high spec, entry level Audi TT, a BMW 3... and then it fails in comparison. 20k is pushing it real hard and at almost 40k it’s not even a contender.
Ginny! So this is where she went.
Poor CarBuyer, first Rebecca left, then Mat now Ginny, I don't think I have a reason to be subscribed over there anymore.
The only electrifying thing for me is Ginny.
Could have mentioned because it's the convertible it doesn't get the third door on the passenger side!
Hi Len, that's on the 3+1 option that Fiat have recently announced. We can't wait to test it!
Looks fabulous!
Great review, thanks.
Thanks for watching! And for your support. We have another one landing later today you may enjoy too! Ginny
nice car, nice shirt, great video
I guess I’ll have to buy in the UK and bring her back
I thought the cable bag for the e-208 was good, magnetic closing, velcro to attachment to the sides, even comes with gloves!
Maybe there's a video in that! The best charging storage solution. Thanks for your support Richard, Ginny
How do you determine if a car is 'he' or 'she' ?
Excellent review. Subbed.
Thanks for the sub! Really appreciate it, Ginny