The new Abarth 600e. Yeah, you read that right—an Abarth that’s both electric and the most powerful one yet. The days of snarling exhausts and rattling windows aren’t gone, but they’re getting a lot quieter with the Abarth 600e cruising by. This isn’t your grandmother's quiet electric runabout; it's a pocket rocket packed with fun, power, and probably enough torque to knock over a houseplant.
But what sets it apart? Is it just a beefed-up Fiat 500 with a gym membership, or is there something actually spicy under the hood—sorry, under the floor? Let’s dive in and find out!
Performance: Zoom and Vroom with a Side of Zap
Here’s the thing about the Abarth 600e: It's got a 155kW (approx. 208 hp) electric motor that pushes it from 0-60 mph in just over 7 seconds. A quick reality check—it may not outrun a cheetah, but it’s got enough pep to turn your coffee run into a grand prix.
Key Performance Stats:
- 208 horsepower. (Or as Abarth says, "enough to make your uncle rethink his Corvette.")
- 184 lb-ft of torque. More twist than an Italian soap opera.
- 0-60 mph in around 7 seconds. Blink and miss it? Maybe not, but it’s fast for a little box on wheels.
But the real kicker? Abarth’s tuning team didn’t just slap an electric motor on it and call it a day. They meticulously fine-tuned the handling, stiffened the suspension, and made sure that if the car had a middle name, it would be "Agile." So, taking corners at speed is as fun as sending your friend a text full of typos. Except here, the only casualty is your fear of sharp turns.
Exterior: Not Subtle, But Who Cares?
The Abarth 600e is not for shy drivers. Nope, it’s got that trademark Abarth look—sharp front fascia, bulging wheel arches, and an exhaust note that’s been replaced with… well, nothing. But don’t worry, they’ve got a "Sound Generator" on hand to simulate engine noises, if silence makes you feel like your world is crumbling.
Imagine revving at a red light with a fake growl and getting confused stares from bystanders. It’s almost like flexing your muscles while wearing an inflatable costume—ridiculous but undeniably entertaining.
Exterior Highlights:
- Bold front grille, still looks like it's sneering at slower cars.
- Red accents—because Abarth without red is like pizza without cheese.
- New badge, but who’s looking at badges when you’re moving that fast?
Interior: Where Quirk Meets Comfort
Inside, the 600e is an oddball. Abarth didn't go all-out with neon lights or spaceship controls. It’s simple yet sporty, like a pasta dish that only uses five ingredients but still slaps harder than your mom’s best effort.
The seats? They’ve got supportive bucket seats designed to hug you tighter than your grandmother at Christmas. A 10.25-inch infotainment screen handles all your tech needs, and the 7-inch digital cluster gives you all the juicy stats—speed, battery range, and whether or not you’re out of snack money.
Interior Features to Note:
- Bucket seats with red stitching. If you’re going to go fast, might as well look good while doing it.
- 10.25-inch touchscreen with all the essentials, including an optional navigation system that likely still can’t find that perfect Italian bistro.
- Generous rear legroom, unless you have legs.
