Fiat Panda III City Cross 1.3 Multijet II (95 Hp)
Fiat Panda:
The Fiat Panda is a city car manufactured and marketed by Fiat. The first generation Panda, introduced in 1980, was a two-box, three-door hatchback designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro and Aldo Mantovani of Italdesign and was manufactured through 2003 — receiving an all-wheel drive variant in 1983. SEAT of Spain marketed a variation of the first generation Panda under license to Fiat, initially as the Panda and subsequently as the Marbella.
The second-generation Panda, launched in 2003 as a 5-door hatchback, was designed by Giuliano Biasio of Bertone, and won the European Car of the Year in 2004. The third-generation Panda debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011, was designed at Fiat Centro Stilo under the direction of Roberto Giolito and remains in production in Italy at Pomigliano d'Arco. The fourth-generation Panda is marketed as the Grande Panda, to differentiate it from the third generation that is sold alongside it. Developed under Stellantis, the Grande Panda is produced in Serbia....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III City Cross Overview:
Fiat Panda (III City Cross). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1000 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.8 s). The top speed reaches 169 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (95 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 11.8 sec).
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 3.7 L/100 km.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Compact cargo space (225 L); may require careful packing.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Cross: 2014 - 2015).
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| Brand: | Fiat |
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| Model: | Panda |
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| Generation: | III City Cross |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 Multijet II (95 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2017 |
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| End of production: | 2018 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
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| Power: | 95 Hp @ 3750 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 76.1 Hp/l [19mm less] |
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| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 1500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 312B1000, 330A1000 More details about the engine 312B1000, 330A1000 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1248 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.9 l |
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| Coolant: | 6.3 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 69.6 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 16.8:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.3 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.3 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 3.7 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.8 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.8 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 169 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 95 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 200 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.2 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1000 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 870 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 225 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 900 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 400 kg |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3686 mm mm [19mm less] |
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| Width: | 1662 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1635 mm mm [22mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2300 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Width including mirrors: | 1882 mm |
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| Front track: | 1416-1426 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1412-1422 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.7 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/65 R15; 175/65 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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