The 2024 Geneva auto present is presently underway in Switzerland, and Fiat used the occasion to current 5 idea automobiles previewing an expanded next-generation Panda household.

The Panda is a minicar whose present era has been in manufacturing since 2011. Presently, the lineup consists of solely the fundamental hatchback and a extra rugged, high-riding model referred to as the Panda Cross.

For the next-generation Panda, Fiat is taking a look at further physique kinds to hitch the standard hatch, together with a pickup, camper van, SUV, and coupe-like crossover.

The ideas are all primarily based on a standard platform sourced from dad or mum firm Stellantis and have been designed for world markets, Fiat mentioned. No technical particulars have been talked about however Fiat mentioned the ideas are larger than the standard Panda minicar, and in manufacturing kind will provide patrons the selection of fuel, hybrid, and electrical powertrains. Round 80% of the components will probably be frequent, the automaker mentioned.

Fiat Panda Choose-Up idea

Whereas the Metropolis Automobile idea previews the way forward for a standard Panda hatch, the Choose-Up idea previews a possible successor to the present Fiat Strada pickup that is well-liked in South America. Likewise, the Fastback idea previews a possible successor to the present Fiat Fastback coupe-like crossover bought in Brazil (referred to as the Tipo within the Center East).

The primary member of the brand new household will debut in July as a part of Fiat’s one hundred and twenty fifth anniversary celebration, and can probably be the hatch. An extra member will probably be launched yearly for the following three years.

Whereas Fiat’s 500e electrical minicar begins gross sales within the U.S. this yr, the automaker hasn’t mentioned whether or not any further fashions will make the journey right here. Firm CEO Olivier Francois mentioned throughout the 500e’s 2022 Los Angeles auto present debut that the U.S. will solely have the electrical minicar transferring ahead, which means it is unlikely any members of the brand new Panda household will probably be provided regionally.