STYLE
& CHARACTER
The
New Panda is a multipurpose supermini with a surprising amount of interior
space. Despite its pint-sized interior (it is 354 centimetres long, 158
wide and 154 high with a wheelbase of 230 centimetres) it offers passenger
room at the peak of its category and boasts one of the best Cd results
in its segment: 0.33. These are winning attributes for this originally-designed
car and immediately make you feel like jumping aboard and setting off.
This is, in any case, Fiat's new approach to creating cars.
The
New Panda's well-proportioned, dynamic exterior shape is also distinguished
by an extra dash of elegance. The result is a range unlike any other car
that combines aesthetic satisfaction with superlative practicality and
the greatest comfort. All in all, the New Panda reveals itself at first
glance to be a car that can meet all the needs of up-to-date, smart cookies.
The front end confirms the car's membership of the Fiat family. All the
front features blend harmoniously with one another: rectangular headlights
join an understated grille to create a pleasing visual effect. The bumper
shield features a lower air intake that develops along its entire width
and fits effectively into the front end to ensure optimum protection against
minor impacts while still increasing the impression of a sturdy, safe car.
This impression is also reinforced by a bumper that tapers off toward the
front and joins firmly to the windscreen as on a true MPV.
The
same MPV practicality is suggested by the side view, due to the outstanding
way the shape of the front end and windscreen match the upright rump. The
side, in particular, is given structure by a dihedron that runs along its
length. The resulting load-bearing structure, combined with the very evident
wheelarches, gives the New Panda a feeling of great solidity but also of
accentuated dynamism.
The
upper part deserves a separate mention. Here the bow-shaped windows in
both doors are linked in an original way (through the quarter light) with
the tail-lights to give shape to an unmistakeable graphic motif. This distinctive
feature of the new model also recurs in the alloy wheel trim and hub design.
Generously-sized wheels also help create an image of a substantial, practical
car.
The
same effect of dynamic stability is evident at the rear of the New Panda.
The upright configuration emphasises the model's generous versatility while
also contributing to the idea of a sturdy, reliable vehicle. The design
of the vertical headlights is also original. They look like two lighted
towers that reinforce the impression of sturdiness while also giving the
model a pronounced personality of its own. A generous tailgate also aids
access to the big luggage compartment, a feature particularly appreciated
by customers in this segment. At the rear, the bumpers fit in perfectly
with the car's tail end.
Customers
can choose from a lively range of non-metallic and metallic colours, These
eleven shades add an extra touch of style to the car and make it even more
fun and bubbly. Non-metallic shades are as follows: white, Titian red,
Guacamole green, Vanilla yellow, Cocktail blue and Dry turquoise. Metallic
colours are as follows: Steel grey, Theseus blue, black, Scylla red and
Sparkling light blue.
New
interior design
From
original exterior styling to new design interiors. Despite its small size,
once you climb aboard the New Panda you will be amazed at the size of its
passenger compartment and interior space. And more. The high driving position
and oceans of glass with rear quarter lights allow you full mastery of
the road. The cockpit is made even more comfortable by the ergonomic control
position, the legroom and the great freedom of movement in the upper area
of the passenger compartment.
The
up-to-date, appealing facia design is also pleasing and practical. Suffice
it to say that all the controls are within easy reach on the central console:
the gearlever on the lower part assures outstanding manoeuvrability in
complete safety. The heater controls are arranged in the middle close to
the original round outlets. The radio is built into the upper part and
offers exceptional visibility without distracting you from your driving.
The
door panel design also blends into that of the facia and offers a mix of
practical and aesthetically pleasing features. Examples include: an original
cloth-trimmed island, a convenient armrest with handle and a roomy oddment
pouch lower down. The seats are also very comfortable. This is partly due
to their excellent lateral containment, a feature particularly appreciated
by those who prefer a sporty drive. A surprisingly wide rear seat and ample
available space combine to create a very comfortable environment for rear
passengers as well. The possibility of folding the rear seat backrest,
aided by the upright position of the tailgate, offers a load compartment
of considerable size.
The
passenger compartment design is complemented by a rectangular-shaped luggage
compartment that is large and easy to use despite the exterior supermini
configuration.
The
New Panda's body colours are matched on the inside by brand-new bright
trim shades that are better quality than anything offered by the competition
in this category. It all adds up to a bright environment that is made even
more stylish by the colour contrast between the controls (darker in colour)
and the well-proportioned surfaces. Each of the three specifications offers
interior trims with different cloths and decorations, each available in
two bright colours: yellow and blue.
Accessories
The
New Panda accessory range was designed by the Fiat Style Centre in conjunction
with the new model. It offers all customers, even the most demanding, a
wide choice of solutions that suit the car perfectly and emphasise its
attributes. These accessories emphasise the model's practicality and versatility
while also meeting the functional and emotional needs of any customer.
Here are some of the numerous possibilities of customising your New Panda
to your own tastes.
Those
who seek out-and-out sports customisation can choose a kit including sideskirts
and a spoiler on the tailgate. You can also choose one of two different
types of 14" alloy wheels combined with 165/65 tyres. Inside, sports aficionados
can order aluminium pedals with rubber inserts in addition to a leather
steering wheel and gear knob.
Other
items offer a stylish, comfortable complement to the interior specifications.
They can be chosen in accordance with personal tastes and needs. Other
features include up-to-the-minute turbulence deflectors and mats in rubber
or carpet. Not forgetting that the New Panda Accessory range also offers
practical items that can be used to make the most of interior space. For
this purpose, we have created nets in various shapes and sizes to be secured
in the boot and under the load compartment parcel rack. For example, a
net separates the luggage compartment from the rest of the passenger compartment,
ideal for animal lovers because it allows pets to be carried in safety.
You can also order a handy tray that protects the load compartment and
allows you to load any items or materials with peace of mind.
Other
accessories cater for leisure use, such as stylish transverse roof bars.
These aluminium bars fasten to the roof rails and can be used to carry
bicycle holders, surfboard holders and ski holders. All versions also come
with a provision for bolting conventional bars directly onto the roof.
A huge
array of child seats (built for various ages and weights) allows you to
carry the smallest passengers in safety. Because the New Panda is equipped
with special
Isofix
attachments, you can also fit a special Kiddy Isofix seat for children
up to 18 kg. The Accessory range offers various types of antitheft device
from a conventional system to the satellite system that is the most sophisticated
of all car protection devices.
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