The Fiat 600 is a subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) produced by Fiat since 2023 mainly for the European market. The battery electric version named the Fiat 600e was unveiled on 4 July 2023, coinciding with the anniversary of the original Fiat 500.[5][6] The petrol-powered, mild hybrid version was released in September 2023.[7]
History
The Fiat 600 nameplate was previously used by Fiat in the 1950s and 1960s. In 1997, the nameplate was reused by spelling out the number in the Italian language for the Fiat Seicento. Developed under the project code F364 by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, the 600 is manufactured in Poland alongside the Jeep Avenger on the Stellantis Common Modular Platform (eCMP) platform, a development of the internal combustion CMP and electric eCMP vehicle architectures developed by Groupe PSA.[8][9]
The 600 does not directly replace the Fiat 500X, which is set to remain in the range until at least 2024.[5] For the United States market, after the 500X is discontinued, it will not be replaced.[10] The 600 will be sold exclusively in European markets.[11]
Design
The 600 features design cues similar to the Fiat New 500, such as circular headlights and a 600 badge above the front grille.[12] In June 2023, Fiat announced they would no longer sell cars painted grey; the 600 is the first model to conform to this new philosophy,[13] and will be offered in four finishes named Sun, Sea, Earth, or Sky of Italy, corresponding to orange (Arancia Sole d'Italia), green (Verde Mare d'Italia), sand (Sabbia Terra d'Italia), or blue (Azzuro Cielo d'Italia) colors, respectively.[14]
The interior of the 600 is similar to both the New 500 and the Jeep Avenger, borrowing the steering wheel and climate controls from the former and the center console from the latter. The entry-level models will bear the Product Red trim, available in black, white, or red exterior colors, and Fiat will offer an upgraded La Prima trim with interior upgrades and the four Italy-inspired exterior colors.[14]
Rear view
Interior
Powertrain
The battery electric version, the 600e is equipped with a 54 kWh battery with an estimated range of 250 mi (400 km) under the WLTP testing cycle. DC fast charging is possible at a maximum rate of 100 kW. It has a single electric traction motor, driving the front wheels with a maximum output of 154 hp (115 kW).[15] These specifications match that of the Avenger, which is a front-wheel drive vehicle with a maximum torque output of 192 lb⋅ft (260 N⋅m).[16]
A model with a mild hybrid petrol engine was added by mid-2024.[17] It consists of a 1.2 L Puretech petrol hybrid that makes 136 HP and is paired with an eDCT 6-Speed automatic where the 21kW electric motor, inverter, and transmission central unit live, as well as a belt alternator starter.[18] It has a 48 Volt electrical system including an electric motor that assists the engine in powering the vehicle.[19]
