Panda 100HP is a new sporty addition to the Panda family, featuring a 1.4 litre 16v FIRE engine tuned to develop 100bhp at 6000rpm, and 97lb.ft of torque at 4250rpm, driving through a six speed manual gearbox.
This latest Panda is said to represent an entirely usable performance package, with all-round disc brakes, ventilated at the front, together with modified springs, dampers, bushes and compliance.
With a modest kerb weight of 1015kg, Fiat Auto's latest addition to the Panda range has a 0 - 62mph acceleration time of 9.5 seconds and a maximum speed of 115mph, while still offering fuel consumption of 43.4mpg in the combined cycle and 154g/km CO2 emissions.
Externally, both the front and rear bumpers are a new, sporty design. A chrome tailpipe is standard, as are body coloured door handles and wing mirrors. The wheel arches are enlarged and blend into new sideskirts. Front fog lights and a tailgate spoiler are standard. The 15" alloy wheels are an all-new design, carrying 195/45 x 15 tyres.
Internally, the dashboard is of a new darker grey. A leather steering wheel and gear knob are standard, as are split folding rear seats, height adjustable driver's seat, automatic climate control, and a new 'Sport' button. The latter enables the driver to select the sensitivity of both the steering and throttle - normal or sport. When 'Sport' is selected, the steering offers less power assistance to provide improved feedback, and the throttle pedal becomes more sensitive. Bluetooth® hands-free technology is also standard equipment.
At £9,995 OTR, the new Panda 100HP, 'flagship' of a revised 2007 Panda range and goes on sale here in December. |
