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?”
As of November 2025, the Fiat Grande Panda holds a New Car Expert Rating of A, with a score of 72%.
- Fiat Panda (2012 to 2024) – Expert Rating
- Fiat Grande Panda Hybrid (2025 onwards) – Expert Rating
- More Fiat Expert Ratings, new car reviews, news and features
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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Auto Trader
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Panda has grown up and gone electric, offering great value and more pops of colour than an 80s disco.”
Author: Catherine King
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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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Carwow
Model reviewed: Range overview
“The Fiat Grande Panda Electric brings funky design, electric power, and its own plug, but its range is quite low.”
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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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Honest John
Model reviewed: Range overview
“Bold, angular styling isn’t yet another 500 derivative. Set to be a good value proposition. Sensible range for a city-centric EV.”
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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 November 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 November 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
| Battery range | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 199 miles | C |
| Electrical efficiency | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 3.7 m/KWh | D |
| Insurance group | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| All models | 23 | B |
The Fiat Grande Panda is a mixed bag when it comes to overall running costs, according to data provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our partner, Clear Vehicle Data.
As well as being cheap to buy, the Fiat is cheap to run. While its electrical efficiency (the EV equivalent of miles per gallon for a petrol or diesel car) is below average – particularly for a car of this size – insurance premiums should be be less expensive than the average car.
In addition, an official battery range of 199 miles sits at around average for a compact EV. So you shouldn’t need to worry much about running out of charge in normal day-to-day around town driving.
Reliability rating
Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy
No reliability rating
As of November 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 November 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.
Awards
Significant UK trophies and awards that the Fiat Grande Panda has received.
2025
- Auto Express Awards – Best Supermini
- Carwow Awards – Car of the Year
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More information
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