• The FIAT 500e retains its title as Best Electric Small Car at the What Car? Electric Car Awards 2023
• The electric 500e is praised for its competitive pricing, impressive range, retro design, and enjoyable driving experience
• This latest award adds to the growing collection of accolades for the FIAT 500e
   

 

For the third consecutive year, the all-electric FIAT 500e has been crowned Best Electric Small Car at the prestigious What Car? Electric Car Awards 2023.

 

The judges at What Car? were once again impressed by the electric 500e’s unique and retro styling, both inside and out, as well as its seamless integration of the latest technology. They also commended the 500e’s fun driving dynamics, which still retain the original model’s tight turning circle and nimble feel, making it ideal for city driving.

 

In addition, the 500e’s pricing stood out among its competitors. The entry-level 24kWh model remains one of the most affordable fully-electric cars on the market, while the longer-range 42kWh model is significantly cheaper than its rivals. The 42kWh variant, regarded as the top choice by the judges, offers a range of 199 miles (WLTP) and can accelerate from 0-62mph in just 9.0 seconds.

 

FIAT introduced the E-Grant earlier this year, which provides a £3,000 incentive to encourage people to switch to electric vehicles. This grant is available for both the fully-electric 500e and the 500e convertible.

 

The FIAT 500e is the brand’s first fully-electric model and boasts a range of best-in-class features, including Level 2 Autonomous Driving technologies and a driving range of up to 199 miles (WLTP) – the longest range of any electric city car currently available.

 

Additionally, the 500e benefits from fast charging capabilities, allowing the battery to reach 80% capacity in just 35 minutes. With a quick five-minute charge, the car gains approximately 30 miles of range.

 

Steve Huntingford, Editor of What Car?, commented: “The exterior design of the electric 500 manages to offer retro appeal while feeling utterly up to date. And likewise, the interior remains charming, yet features all of the kit buyers now expect. The 500 also has the sort of tight turning circle and nimble feel that make driving in town a joy. But the battery of our preferred version is big enough to ensure that you’re not limited to short journeys.”

Damien Dally, UK Managing Director of FIAT & Abarth, added: “It’s fantastic to see the 500e being recognized as the best in its class for three consecutive years by the What Car? team. Winning the ‘Best Electric Small Car’ award three times is a testament to the enduring quality, design, and intelligent technology of the 500e.”

 

Since its launch, the FIAT 500e has received numerous accolades, including the “Best Electric City Car” award from Diesel&EcoCar Magazine, “Best Small Electric Car” at the Parkers New Car Awards, “Best Small Electric Car” at the Carbuyer Best Car Awards, “Best City Car” at the Auto Express Awards, and “Best Small Car” at the Autocar Awards.