Fiat Grande Panda Electric review | Expert Rating

Summary

The Fiat Grande Panda Electric is a small battery-powered hatchback that is set to arrive in the UK in 2025 at the budget end of the market. This all-electric model also has a petrol-electric hybrid version, which we will cover separately.

Replacing the long-standing petrol-powered Panda, Jordan Katsianis of Auto Express says that Fiat has “played a blinder by delivering a new Grande Panda that’s not just cheap, but packed full of character.” Parker’s CJ Hubbard agrees, arguing that “the Fiat Grande Panda joins the Renault 5 E-Tech and Hyundai Inster as a brilliant example of how small cars can still be done well – with outstanding style and affordability.”

Reviewers generally agree that the hatchback can feel cramped for larger adults, particularly in the back, and alternatives do offer more single-charge battery range, but conclude that the Grande Panda is one of the best options in its class. As Will Dron of The Sunday Times points out, this does potentially pose a problem for Fiat, however. “Why would anyone buy the 600e, which goes a bit further but is only slightly larger, when the Grande Panda is so good?”

We don’t yet have enough data on the Fiat Grande Panda Electric to give the car an Expert Rating score just yet. Though the car is set for an official UK launch in the coming months, we are waiting on Euro NCAP safety scores, as well as reliability, running costs and emissions data. Check back soon!

Grande Panda highlights

Unique attractive exterior looks
Clever interior with practical features
Comfortable and relaxed driving experience

Grande Panda lowlights

Rivals offer more performance and battery range
Rather cramped for adults in the back
Not the best fit for motorway cruising

Key specifications

Body style: Small hatchback
Engines: electric, battery-powered
Price: From £20,975 on-road

Launching: Spring 2025
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA

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Media reviews

Highlighted reviews and road tests from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

Featured reviews

“Fiat has played a blinder by delivering a new Grande Panda that’s not just cheap, but packed full of character.”

Model reviewed: Range overview (including hybrid model)

Score: 9 / 10

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Auto Express

Jordan Katsianis

“The Fiat Grande Panda is affordable, bursting with character and ticks lots of boxes.”

Model reviewed: Range overview (including hybrid model)

Score: 8.4 / 10

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Carbuyer

Charlie Harvey

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Business Car

Model reviewed: Range overview (including hybrid model)
Score: 8 / 10
“We think 2025 will be the year of the affordable, attractive, and small EV – and the Grande Panda fits the bill perfectly.”
Author: Martyn Collins
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Car

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“It looks great, is easy to use, and drives with polite engagement that plots a happy path between comfort and competence.”
Author: CJ Hubbard
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Electrifying.com

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“I love the way the Fiat looks – inside and out – it’s fun, friendly and it makes me smile. Just one thing… I’m not a fan of the side mirrors. They don’t fit the rest of the car – and feel a little generic for a car with so much personality.”
Author: Nicola Hume
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Heycar

Model reviewed: Range overview (including hybrid model)
Score: 8 / 10
“It’s a car that demonstrates cheap and cheerful is still a thing in the motoring world, where all too often cheap equals nasty. Some of the funky details might not be for everyone, but we’re all for it.”
Author: Rob Clymo
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Parkers

Model reviewed: Range overview (including hybrid model)
Score: 9 / 10
“The Fiat Grande Panda joins the Renault 5 E-Tech and Hyundai Inster as a brilliant example of how small cars can still be done well – with outstanding style and affordability.”
Author: CJ Hubbard
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The Independent

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 9 / 10
“The all-electric Fiat Grande Panda offers charm by the bucketload, a great price and a handy charging cable that lives in the nose of the car.”
Author: Steve Fowlers
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The Sunday Times

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 9 / 10
“The new Fiat Grande Panda electric is a superb little runaround for families, and full of character. It feels robust and practical, and what’s more is impressively affordable.”
Author: Will Dron
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The Telegraph

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“This new – and much larger – Panda has all the right ingredients for a packed marketplace. But where is the fun and flair?”
Author: Andrew English
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Top Gear

Model reviewed: Range overview (including hybrid model)
Score: 8 / 10
“The Fiat Grande Panda does so much for so little, and carries it off with an air of panache.”
Author: Paul Horrell
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Safety rating

Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

No safety rating

As of February 2025, the Fiat Grande Panda has not been assessed by Euro NCAP.

Eco rating

Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

As of April 2025, the Fiat Grande Panda has not been assessed by Green NCAP.

The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the Grande Panda is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing if and when it takes place. Check back again soon.

Running cost rating

Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

No data yet

As of April 2025, we don’t have independently verified data available for the Fiat Grande Panda. Check back again soon.

Reliability rating

Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

No reliability rating

As of April 2025, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Fiat Grande Panda to generate a reliability rating.

The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops.

As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Grande Panda, we’ll publish the results here.

Recalls

Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Fiat Grande Panda

As of April 2025, we are not aware of any DVSA vehicle safety recalls affecting the Fiat Grande Panda. However, this information is updated very regularly so this may have changed.

You can check to see if your car has any outstanding recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Grande Panda dealer.

Everything you need to know about UK vehicle recalls

Awards

Significant UK trophies and awards that the Fiat Grande Panda has received.

2025

Carwow Awards – Car of the Year

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