Fiat Panda III Cross 0.9 TwinAir (90 Hp) 4x4


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 Cross Overview:

Fiat Panda (III Cross). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1090 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12 s). The top speed reaches 167 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 (80 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 14.3 sec).
  • • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 4.7 L/100 km.
  • • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:

  • • Compact cargo space (225 L); may require careful packing.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (319): 2011 - 2018).

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:Panda
Generation:III Cross
Modification (Engine):0.9 TwinAir (90 Hp) 4x4
Start of production:2014
End of production:2018
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:90 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:102.9 Hp/l [52mm more]
Torque:145 Nm @ 1900 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:312A7000 More details about the engine 312A7000
Engine displacement:875
Number of cylinders:2
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain:SOHC
Engine oil capacity:3.2 l
Coolant:5.2 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:80.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:86 mm mm
Compression ratio:10:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:5.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:4.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:4.9 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 5/Euro 6
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:12 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:12 sec
Maximum speed:167 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:12.1 kg/Hp, 82.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.5 kg/Nm, 133 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:11.4 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1090
Max. weight:1585
Max load:495
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:870 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:225 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):800 kg
Fuel tank capacity:35 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes:400 kg
Size:
Ramp-over (brakeover) angle:21°
Length:3705 mm mm [52mm more]
Width:1662 mm mm [19mm more]
Height:1657 mm mm [106mm more]
Wheelbase:2300 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Width including mirrors:1882 mm
Front track:1403 mm
Rear (Back) track:1406 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):9.7 m [above average]
Approach angle:24°
Departure angle:34°
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears6
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Tires size185/65 R15
Wheel rims size15
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear suspensionTorsion

If you could change one thing about the Fiat Panda, what would it be?