2014 Fiat Panda Cross unveiled
The new tough-looking Fiat Panda Cross is definitely going to be one of the coolest city cars available when sales begin in the autumn.
Like the existing Panda 4x4 (which continues in the range) the Cross features a ‘torque on demand’ permanent all-wheel drive system with an electronic differential function. However, the Cross should be even better off-road as it additionally gains larger 185/65R15 all-season tyres, increased ground clearance, improved approach and departure angles and a Dedicated Terrain Control selector that allows the driver to switch between Auto, Lock and Hill Descent modes.
+Front+Side.jpg "Fiat Panda Cross (2014) Front Side")
To go with that enhanced all-terrain ability, the Cross has a very distinctive appearance. Massive titanium-coloured skid plates adorn both bumpers, the front fog lights have been moved up adjacent to the headlights, there are substantial protective side mouldings and 15” alloy wheels are fitted.
Two engines are being offered, both of which have had their outputs raised by five horsepower for use in the Cross. The first is a 1.3 litre Multijet II turbodiesel that produces 79 bhp (59 kW / 80 PS) and 190 Nm (140 lb/ft) of torque. On the combined cycle it achieves a creditable 60.1 mpg (4.7 l/100km) with carbon dioxide emissions of 125 g/km.
+Rear+Side.jpg "Fiat Panda Cross (2014) Rear Side")
Alternatively, there’s a 0.9 litre TwinAir turbocharged two-cylinder petrol unit. Developing 89 bhp (66 kW / 90 PS) and 145 Nm (107 lb/ft), its special six-speed manual transmission incorporates a lower first-gear ratio for more control when driving over rough ground at low speeds.
Prices for the 2014 Panda Cross have yet to be announced.
Related posts:
2013 Fiat Panda 4x4
Third generation Fiat Panda
Like the existing Panda 4x4 (which continues in the range) the Cross features a ‘torque on demand’ permanent all-wheel drive system with an electronic differential function. However, the Cross should be even better off-road as it additionally gains larger 185/65R15 all-season tyres, increased ground clearance, improved approach and departure angles and a Dedicated Terrain Control selector that allows the driver to switch between Auto, Lock and Hill Descent modes.
To go with that enhanced all-terrain ability, the Cross has a very distinctive appearance. Massive titanium-coloured skid plates adorn both bumpers, the front fog lights have been moved up adjacent to the headlights, there are substantial protective side mouldings and 15” alloy wheels are fitted.
Two engines are being offered, both of which have had their outputs raised by five horsepower for use in the Cross. The first is a 1.3 litre Multijet II turbodiesel that produces 79 bhp (59 kW / 80 PS) and 190 Nm (140 lb/ft) of torque. On the combined cycle it achieves a creditable 60.1 mpg (4.7 l/100km) with carbon dioxide emissions of 125 g/km.
Alternatively, there’s a 0.9 litre TwinAir turbocharged two-cylinder petrol unit. Developing 89 bhp (66 kW / 90 PS) and 145 Nm (107 lb/ft), its special six-speed manual transmission incorporates a lower first-gear ratio for more control when driving over rough ground at low speeds.
Prices for the 2014 Panda Cross have yet to be announced.
Related posts:
2013 Fiat Panda 4x4
Third generation Fiat Panda
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