In July 2023, Fiat revealed the 600, a B-segment crossover available in both electric and gasoline versions. While the Abarth performance variant’s order banks open tomorrow, its price tag in Italy is causing a stir.
The 600 is produced in Poland alongside the mechanically similar Alfa Romeo Junior and Jeep Avenger, all built on the Stellantis Common Module Platform. This shared platform helps keep costs down, which isn’t reflected in the Abarth 600e’s price.
The 2025 Abarth 600e Scorpionissima, the more powerful of the two variants, boasts a 207-kilowatt electric motor, propelling it from 0 to 100 km/h in a swift 5.85 seconds. This outperforms its less potent sibling, the Turismo, which requires 6.2 seconds for the same sprint.
Both models share a 200 km/h top speed, a 400-volt battery with a 54 kWh capacity, and a WLTP rated range of 333 km. However, the Scorpionissima’s sportier Michelin Pilot Sport EV tires and more powerful motor contribute to its slightly reduced range compared to the Fiat 600e.
While Abarth claims its motorsport expertise influenced the 600e’s development, the extent of this influence remains questionable, despite the motor’s testing on a Formula E bench. Despite its performance credentials, the 600e’s premium pricing may limit its appeal to a niche audience.
