Fiat 500e Electric 2021 FIRST DRIVE review. Does baby Fiat put the boot into rivals? / Electrifying

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You probably don’t need much introduction to the Fiat 500. After all, it’s been around since 2007 and has sold over 2 million examples. There’s almost certainly one parked at a jaunty angle in your neighbourhood, looking eye-catchingly brilliant despite bearing a decade’s worth of scars.
So it is no small matter that you are looking at an all-new one. Along with a fresh body and underpinnings it has new propulsion, with power for the New 500 coming from a 42kWh lithium-ion battery that powers a 117bhp electric motor.
The range is 199 miles and initially goes on sale as the limited edition la Prima convertible and hatchback.
Ginny Buckley tests the new Cabrio version and wonders if it'll be 2021's star electric car. And you can see how the hard top version stacks up against the Mini Electric in our group test video.
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@georgklinkhammer6024 2 года назад

I've been driving this car in Germany for 2 months and I'm thrilled. The range is absolutely sufficient and it is an eye catcher

@The70s80scollection 2 года назад

We picked up ours 2 weeks ago (500e Red) for my wife and she loves it, this has the 16inch wheels and I would suspect gives a smoother ride than the La Prima's 17inch, been managed to use our local tesco's EV chargers to top up the battery, and only having used a rapid charger once, resulting in a cost of just £4 to do 230 miles.... the car that just keeps giving....result..

@stevenmcfarlane8831 3 года назад

Looks like Fiat have done a great job. Love all the details. Makes all the difference when a lot of thought, interest, style are all in the mix. Well done Fiat

@stephenspencer8224 10 месяцев назад

I borrowed an original Fiat 500 decades ago and it was a car that gave me a lot of fun driving and, of course, parking it. A lovely car. Todays offering too would likely be great fun to but would have nowhere to carry my necessary portable mobility scooter sadly. Well done, Fiat, again.

@mercamg 3 года назад

Fantastic review Ginny, very excited about the new 500!

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thankyou, that's really kind! Ginny

@27After2 3 года назад

I would absolutely love to park this next to my Vespa Primavera. It would be an idyllic, sensible, and arguably perfect little Italian stable of motoring choices...but sadly, Fiat haven’t indicated it’s coming to the US 😔. Lovely review Ginny, well done 👍🏽

@benbrown8258 3 года назад

My head just exploded watching this video!! I am so frustrated that Fiat is not bringing this to the States. Mayhaps it's because American automakers don't want to be shown up by better technology in smaller vehicles at a decent price.

@ahmadfaisal6778 3 года назад

Stumble upon this channel today and subscribe it without hesitation when I see Ginny in the video. Good review btw.

@rwg2626 3 года назад

Seen lots of reviews of this car, and this is the most informative out there

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks Robbie, that's kind of you. We have another one landing later today you may enjoy too! Ginny

@ninosmall6843 3 года назад

This was a perfect review, all the other ones were too flashy, and had lots of unnecessary talking before hand, she got right into it and got me stuck in

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks Nino, that's very kind of you. I hope you've subscribed! Ginny

@ianthomas5955 3 года назад

Thank God! At last an electric car that I would actually like to buy as opposed to being forced into purchasing! This is a brilliantly comprehensive review by the delightful and very knowledgeable Ginny and has completely reversed my cynicism about battery propulsion. Fiat has obviously thought very carefully about how to market and promote this car and I love all the stylish and individual touches. I always treat my cars like pampered pets and this one has novelty appeal in spades. Thank you so much, Ginny, for banishing my fears for the future! x

@jennasaisquoi5174 3 года назад

The more I learn about this car, the more I love it. Wish I could buy it in the US and add it to my growing Fiat/Abarth collection ❤️❤️

@Love500 3 года назад

Collection? I have 2 1.2 500s, 1 Abarth Turismo and a 500X. How many do you have?

@fastfreddy19641 3 года назад

i think Fiat has a winner here. a small cute car with a good range.

@smartelectriccar 3 года назад

Aesthetically beautiful and practical city car. Love it. On my list when my Smart ED is ready for a trade

@Qwertinoo 3 года назад

At last some good competition to carwow :). Great job, amazing video production just got a new subscriber

@JonOW98118 3 года назад

Excellent Review! I'm a former 2014 Fiat 500e owner. That car was good, for a conversion, but limited. This all new 500e is a properly designed & purpose built EV. Soo much better! Wish we could get it here in the U.S.

@Josh-tz9ed 3 года назад

Fantastic video, can we get a video from Ginny dedicated to regenerative braking and one-pedal driving, showing exactly how it works and why she loves it so much

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks Josh, that's a brilliant idea. We've just added it to the planning list and will get one up next month. Thanks for supporting us! Ginny

@crm114. 3 года назад

Just found this channel and subscribed after 10sec. Keep up the great content.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Welcome aboard! Thanks for your support Cliff, we're a new channel and your support means a lot. We have a video landing later today you might enjoy too! Ginny

@ZayniD 3 года назад

I’m giving this channel a sub. *So underrated*

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks, that's really kind of you. We've only just launched so your support is much appreciated, Ginny

@SirPablo2Pablo 3 года назад

Same here!

@donjuan150 3 года назад

@@Electrifyingcom Totally agreed....great production and presenters.....

@gelingarcia 2 года назад

Nice review! We are waiting for our LaPrima and the more reviews we watch the more convinced we are that we made a good choice :-)

@rockykoast7065 3 года назад

I like the well-researched, thoughtful evaluations.

@callum-jim-p 3 года назад

Best Electrifying video so far. More like this please! 👏👏👏

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks Callum, our video team are doing a great job aren't they. We have another landing later today I think you'll enjoy! Take care, Ginny

@hoehlenfrank3383 3 года назад

I am in love with Ginny ❤

@nkdadson9962 3 года назад

No no you can't be - I am!!

@TheAndypanda 3 года назад

Collecting a La Prima on Sunday. Been a fan of fiats for years, tried a test drive and now just waiting for my first electric car to be delivered

@dennisreilly6012 3 года назад

Wonderful spot on review. I have the Generation 1 500e, and it's the perfect urban warrior and weekend runabout. So jealous I will never get the chance to own one in California. Bummer! So glad I discovered your channel, which makes up for it.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

That's really kind of you Dennis, we appreciate your support! Ginny

@chrisfreemesser5707 3 года назад

I know...it kills me that this car won't be sold here in the US. With that much style and competitive pricing, they'd sell a ton of these on the east and west coasts.

@mamadouaziza2536 3 года назад

U can import it to California.

@mamadouaziza2536 3 года назад

@@chrisfreemesser5707 Don't think the car will do well in very cold weather and in the snow, but if imported to California, Arizona or Nevada it should do well.. Importing from Italy is only $3500.. Its best to have a 3rd party in Italy or the UK buy the car for you in order to receive the grants and have the car imported.

@chrisfreemesser5707 3 года назад

@@mamadouaziza2536 You can't import a foreign car to the US unless it meets US safety regulations

@katherandefy 3 года назад

Ooo your review is the blooming best that I have seen.

@fpeverini 3 года назад

Perfect City Car. Will probably be my first electric.

@georgklinkhammer6024 2 года назад

You can't go wrong with this decision

@stevemccormack9948 3 года назад

Lovely car. Super desirable. Now Mr.Fiat, bring back the X1-9 and make it electric.

@allencrider 3 года назад

They're not selling it in the US and I'm heartbroken.

@26DR715 3 года назад

Fantastic review as usual Ginny, nice looking small car at a good price.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks Steven! Ginny

@edwardsp1916 3 года назад

Thanks for the review video. Do the brake lights come on when slowing in 'Range' mode?

@funkyfin3023 3 года назад

Love this car. Shame our family won’t fit or our luggage. Great review again, more out takes please. Bring on a Giardinetta, ideally an Abarth version...

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Hey Finlay, thanks for your support. Great to see you watched to the end and saw the outtakes! They'll start popping up on more videos from now, Ginny

@7755ian1 3 года назад

Well done you...You put over the little cute cars many idiosyncrasies very well, we had a test drive in the La Prima in York, without the salesman and it was lovely to drive, it's put the fun back into driving which sadly I lost about 50 yrs earlier. The La Prima will only be available for 500 orders here in UK so some are going to be disappointed as it comes with excellent seating and 17" wheels which the rest of the models do not. Had I not have ordered one, your video would have convinced me to....Now 4 months on.... plagued with annoying warning lights, i.e. tyre pressure monitor, e.call fault, audio failure, auto brake failure, (park brake) been back to dealer 4 times. Front brakes grab and squeak badly, would we buy now...NO. Drives lovely when ok but tomorrow something else will happen!

@hachuljeong957 3 года назад

Brilliant~ Fantastic review ever. Thumbs up 👍

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Many thanks for your support! Ginny

@GordonChaffin 3 года назад

I am BEGGING Fiat USA to sell this in the ZEV states here in USA. I'm your first customer, Gordon from Washington, DC.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Go on Fiat USA, make Gordon happy!

@chrisfreemesser5707 3 года назад

I'm the second customer!

@sevensixtysteve8662 3 года назад

Great video and finally an electric car review that doesnt mention Tesla every 12 seconds. Fiat have done such a great job on this I think, super cool and elegant with a clever blend of tech and design influences from the original. BMW would do well to study this car in detail and apply the same design principles to the next generation Minis which are now grotesque parodies of the originals. As Ginny said, bravo, great job Fiat.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks Steve, we're a new channel so that means a lot. We have another one landing later today you may enjoy too! Ginny

@ellenrosenbloom1087 2 года назад

Where I can buy one to replace my 2012 Fiat 500 Lounge Cabriolet?

@Yorkie-UK 2 года назад

We do love our 500s' we have replaced our Abarth with a 500e ICON. We love it, so easy and so quiet to drive. Range mode and 1 pedal becomes quickly natural. While we wait for our Zappi charger it is still easy to charge this car with its 47Kwh battery over a 2Kwh charger at home so dont sweat it. We are just waiting for the Abarth electric, ooh yeah baby cant wait for that one!

@tw2210 3 года назад

Nice review Ginny. Nice location too 👍🏻

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thank you Tim 😁, Ginny

@danielcondins5812 2 года назад

Great Review!! Loved it !

@anyuone 3 года назад

Fantastic review. The only thing that puts me off is the ride comfort. I currently have a Nissan Leaf 40 which is really comfortable. I want to downsize as it’s a bit big for just two of us. Has anyone been able to compare the two cars regarding ride comfort yet?

@Clappers89 3 года назад

Hopefully an electric panda is next Cracking review 👍

@OhMyLaurens 3 года назад

such a stunning car! i personally would have liked to see them put the motor in the back and give it rwd with the boot then being raised but more space being made available in the front for a frunk... but nonetheless... still 100% considering purchasing one.

@countteddy 2 года назад

i love your jumper, where did you buy it ?. if you dont mind .

@genes.1999 3 года назад

Looks like a terrific car, very good review. Don't care for the front grille badge -- would prefer the FIAT emblem. Seems more classic. Would love it if this came to the USA.

@SaulSGonzalez 3 года назад

Thanks for the review.. Pretty comprehensive.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your support Saul. We have a video landing later today you may enjoy too, Ginny

@jcanelas01 3 года назад

Hi Ginny! I've loved your review to this fantastic car. I personally chosen the new Mini electric because it fits better my "Male" characteristics lolololol and I do prefer a sportier look and better performance...but this one is really cute anyway! Cheers from Portugal! ;-)

@heathertaylor6774 2 года назад

I have ordered an Icon in celestial blue. Can't wait.

@owensmith7530 2 года назад

It would have been nice to see under the bonnet. And is it front or rear wheel drive, you didn't say. Finally, how do you turn the daytime driving lights off? (they're a menace, especially since they don't light the rear lamps).

@davidhaddad76 3 года назад

Also enjoyed this review 👍. Want to run out and buy an electric Fiat.

@kayasthmanish 2 года назад

Brought thiscar on your review hope it's as good as you liked

@tradingcardboss 3 года назад

Ginny your everywhere . If your not looking at houses your looking at cars 👍😎

@lewisjohnston6831 3 года назад

Another superb Video, i watch a lot of car car videos and yours are the best. Eat your heart out Matt Watson (Used to be my favourite, GB has knocked you for 6. As you said Bravo

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Wow Lewis, praise indeed! Mat used to be my on-screen husband over at Carbuyer and he's brilliant. Thanks for your support, Ginny

@charlesholland-keen2222 3 года назад

I'd buy one. First car in 1962 was a Fiat 500 Giardiniera estate in 1977 a Fiat 500 Nuova. Definitely pedal to the metal for fun but caution with the swing axles. Stylish and fun just like Electrifying.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks for your support Charles. We're a new channel so it means a lot, Ginny

@hankthetank185 3 года назад

Great review Gin.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks Hank, we appreciate your support! Gin

@athollmcnicoll256 2 года назад

Obviously recorded on a summer day as Ginny had the roof down but up here in Scotland, well lets say the weather has not been at its best, so roof continually up thank you. Price wise and looks wise, yes I'd go for it as it has a proven record to fall back on.

@timaustin2000 3 года назад

Definitely on my list when I upgrade from my Zoe50 in two years time.

@lazzalazzalazza 3 года назад

Bravo!

@bulentozer9967 3 года назад

I own and drive a 2004 Panda, so 500 or a newer Panda was my next target car, before seeing this lovely 500e.

@timmycheung8159 3 года назад

Good review this one. Thorough and I like Ginny.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks, that's really kind of you. We've only just launched our channel so your support is much appreciated, Ginny

@antoniodimascio5340 2 года назад

Great service love the little fiat 500ev

@gptronic 3 года назад

Really nice review!

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for your support. We have another one landing later today you may enjoy too! Ginny

@pcr8918 3 года назад

Great photography.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks Peter, our video team (Manos & Mitch) are doing an amazing job. We have another one landing later today you may enjoy too! Ginny

@marcodm 3 года назад

I need this in Montreal. Forza Fiat, dai.

@DonkeyRhubarb21 3 года назад

Excellent review. Subbed.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks for the sub! Really appreciate it, Ginny

@ignatiospapanastasiou4290 2 года назад

Can you go for a trip of duration of approximate 1 hour?

@rml695 3 года назад

How does having the top down impact range?

@Love500 3 года назад

Love the look, Love500

@stevenbarrett7648 3 года назад

Looks fabulous!

@bucklelanefarm 3 года назад

Great review, thanks.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks for watching! And for your support. We have another one landing later today you may enjoy too! Ginny

@lifeisastruggle5517 3 года назад

absolutely stunning car

@CouchOfPotatoes 3 года назад

Such a sweet looking car!

@rtfazeberdee3519 3 года назад

Seems like everyone is releasing a Fiat 500e review today

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

The embargo lifted at midnight! Hope you enjoy our version, we have another arriving on Friday too. Ginny

@rtfazeberdee3519 3 года назад

@@Electrifyingcom thanks, very enjoyable.

@q3b26 3 года назад

Really liking this channel! You're selling me on the 500 Ginny, and I've just bought myself a Mercedes E400 😂😂

@autobahngringo 3 года назад

Really easy on the eyes! The car too :)

@Keith12001 3 года назад

Great review and a great car

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Thanks for your support Keith, we have a group test video landing later today you might like too! Ginny

@BenSullinsOfficial 3 года назад

Jealous! Hope this comes to the states

@Love500 3 года назад

Too expensive here in the UK. I’ve not seen one on the road yet.

@federicomancino7875 3 года назад

there is no market for this in the us i think. Fiat does only sell there SUVs and the 124 spider

@Love500 3 года назад

@@federicomancino7875 I bet they sell some in California

@federicomancino7875 3 года назад

@@Love500 maybe imported ones

@Love500 3 года назад

@@federicomancino7875 i know decades ago the look of the MG was ruined by California as they had to make them with rubber bumpers instead of the chrome ones. I guess a left hand drive European one wouldn’t be too different apart from having to have loads of reflectors all over it like those stupid ones in the sides of the bumpers on the US current 500.

@vhol93 11 месяцев назад

nice car, nice shirt, great video

@guelopr 3 года назад

I own a 2017 Fiat 500e and I really love it . Commuters cars make more sense

@nealstreet1956 3 года назад

Which is the version you are testing? The Icon??? The La Prima has white eco-leather seats doesn't it?

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

It's an Icon model

@BatteryOnBoard 3 года назад

Can't wait for the Abarth-e

@alexdalgleish1061 3 года назад

£19995 good value. Maybe by next winter one 9-10 months old even cheaper. I'm tempted.

@saxon-mt5by 3 года назад

Not compared with the outgoing petrol version. Even with the UK's £3,000 subsidy it's costing over 50% more than existing customers are used to.

@tpv59 3 года назад

I was told approx. $55 - $65 K here in 'OZ' (Australia) when it arrives early 2022. ( OUCH )

@diymotionsimulator3744 3 года назад

Impressive specs and decent range for a city car and that price is reasonable. Compare it to its supposed competitors like Honda it offers tons of unique ideas without being over the top. Like the shape overall design though the rear seats are really poorly planned. If they ever offer a bigger version with more rear seat leg room an 52 kwh battery it would sell millions in the US. Oh an Ginny you're like a female Matt Watson from Carwow good stuff light an humorous.

@edmaluf 3 года назад

My pet peeve with all manufacturers (electric car or not): oversized wheels. Why? Why? This car would look great on 15'. Probably would have a (slightly) higher range, and would cost (slightly) less. Just to refresh your memory, here are great cars and their wheel sizes: - McLaren F1: 17' - Ferrari F40: 17' - Original NSX: 15' front, 16' rear. Do you still think you need 17' or 18' in these cute city cars?

@marklola12 2 года назад

Actually the low specced icon gets the 85kw charger too

@dcross3514 3 года назад

Good report but will wait for the review with 15" wheels and PCP cost.

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

Coming soon! We have our name on the waiting list for one to review. It's great to hear the kind of films you'd like to see. Thankyou! Ginny

@WelcomeToDERPLAND 2 года назад

I can only imagine that music playing as it ploughs through masses of civilians and laugh.

@williamfence566 3 года назад

Great review. Interesting how the build quality will fair a few years down the line.

@saggo1712 2 года назад

Fabulous review but gosh it bugs me when people lean on cars.

@danielaruta8816 Год назад

Lovely video.

@fjalics 3 года назад

I think they should have called the first driving mode, want it to drive like a gas car mode, and the range mode should have been called normal mode. One pedal driving is your friend. Hope it brings the car to a complete stop, cause then you can rest your foot on the accelerator at a light, and get moving quicker.

@corina6772 3 года назад

I guess I’ll have to buy in the UK and bring her back

@remnvnt404 3 года назад

I'd like to see Mazda come out with a fully electric vehicle. Mazda has been good for me ever since I had a 626, CX-5, and Mazda 3 hatch.

@davidknight8172 3 года назад

The only electrifying thing for me is Ginny.

@axlbass8018 3 года назад

When she hit the back bumper with the charge cable 😱💀

@franciscouderq1100 2 года назад

In the old days I had a red 600, I missed it.

@dazt103 3 года назад

A city car, designed and built for city driving, reviewed entirely out in the countryside....? 🤔🙂 Nice looking car though, im sure they'll also sell by the million 👍

@chuck386 2 года назад

I have a 2021 jeep wrangler 4xe for that I paid$68k for it 6 Months now ago but I just bought my wife a use 2015 fiat 500e with 32k miles for $16k and I love ❤️ that lil car we car driver all over town Without using gas but We would love to buy a 2022 FIat 500e but In California they’re not selling them I would like to know if there’s a way I can purchase it and get it shipped to California The 500e It’s a really good car for the price that we paying for but Last week I went to the Dodge dealer To see if I can build it and get it shipped to California they said no they can’t do that on anything EV fiats but If I want to purchase any Fiat gas models they can Place the order for me I told them No I want a 500e and I just left

@virgin26 3 года назад

Love it

@whocares264 3 года назад

wow the best small EV by miles ..... love it

@Electrifyingcom 3 года назад

So cute isn't it!

@Hargan 3 года назад

Still expensive of course all new electrics are, but much cheaper than a lot of rivals, right?

@weetikissa 3 года назад

Nope. Same price range as the much larger ID.3 which also has way more range.

@predragkardashian3730 3 года назад

@@weetikissa I agree with range...but this is top spec. "Cabrio" and for the same price you get ID3 with plastic wheel covers...So its like comparing top spec Polo with cheapest Golf...they cost the same...

@weetikissa 3 года назад

@@predragkardashian3730 No, this is comparing a faux-luxurious tiny cabrio with a proper family car of four.