{"id":8986,"date":"2014-08-14T12:55:12","date_gmt":"2014-08-14T12:55:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.wheelsforwomen.ie\/?p=8986"},"modified":"2015-03-18T20:11:20","modified_gmt":"2015-03-18T20:11:20","slug":"fiat-panda-4x4-1-3-multijet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wheelsforwomen.ie\/index.php\/fiat-panda-4x4-1-3-multijet\/","title":{"rendered":"Fiat Panda 4×4 1.3 MultiJet"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"131219_F_Panda4X4_00\"<\/a>If you need an all season city car nothing comes close to the Fiat Panda 4×4 writes Geraldine Herbert<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

What is it?<\/strong> From the outside the Fiat Panda is the most unlikely off roader but underneath this pint sized frames lurks a surprisingly capable car that can trek across streams, mount rocks and wade through the muddiest of ruts.<\/p>\n

Who is it aimed at?<\/strong> The Panda 4×4 is a little car designed to appeal to those who need a compact city car that copes as well in the urban jungle as it does in the city.<\/p>\n

Styling?<\/strong> The Panda 4×4 is a rough and ready version of the diminutive city car with a ride height raised by 150mm and chunky bumper extension. Roof rails, black wheel arches and side skirts make it look sufficiently rugged for a spot of light rural off-road action.<\/p>\n

Under the Bonnet?<\/strong> Powering our potent little 4×4 is the 1.3 MultiJet II 16v diesel engine. This gives an output of 75 bhp but crucially for a 4×4 it offers 190 Nm of sheer pulling power which gives it a lot of grunt.<\/p>\n

What about inside?<\/strong> Space is king in the Fiat Panda. The high-set driving position will give every driver a good view of the road and there is plenty of space and loads of headroom making it feel like a much bigger car. The dash is simply and clearly laid out making everything easy to find and operate and it\u00a0feels solid and very well put together. The five doors make the back particularly useful and accessible \u00a0and every\u00a0 centimetre has been put to good use.<\/p>\n

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On the Road?<\/strong> If there is one thing that Fiat do better than most it is creating nippy little cars that are fun to drive and the Panda is no exception. \u00a0In the city it is cheeky and lively while on the motorway it is surprisingly refined, solid and relaxed. Take it on a winding country road and the level of grip and agile handling will amaze you.
\nWith just 150mm of ground clearance the Panda 4×4 is not designed for exploring sub continents but it is a very capable city car! When the going gets tough and the wheels lose traction the 4×4 system kicks in by sending power to the wheels that still have grip.<\/p>\n

And Safety<\/strong>? The Panda comes well equipped with\u00a0 ESP (Electronic Stability Program) and\u00a0 ABS and\u00a0 driver airbag, passenger airbag and window airbags come as standard.<\/p>\n

Options? <\/strong>Two unique 4X4 colours, “Sicilia” orange and “Toscana” green metallic are also offered, complete with matching interior detailing.<\/p>\n

Economy?<\/strong> Thanks to a Start&Stop system as standard\u00a0 and low weight the Panda proves impressively eco-friendly and\u00a0 efficient with a combined fuel consumption of up to 4.7 l\/100km.<\/p>\n

Verdict?<\/strong>\u00a0It is not long behind the wheel before you are completely seduced by the charms of the Panda. We loved the Panda 4×4, this nimble and robust little Fiat is fun to drive and cheap to run. While you may never need to venture off road it\u2019s still good to know that this \u00a0little car will bravely plough on through the worst of what the Irish weather can throw at it. So for drivers who want a city car with the all-terrain ability of an SUV the Panda 4×4 is the best around.<\/p>\n

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Why you\u2019ll buy one?<\/strong> Off roading capability in a city car<\/p>\n

Why you won\u2019t?<\/strong> Will you ever actually go off road?<\/p>\n

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Rivals<\/strong>
\nDacia Duster 4×4 \u2013 prices start from \u20ac19,990<\/p>\n

Suzuki SX4 S-Cross All Grip<\/a> \u2013 prices start from \u20ac28,295<\/p>\n

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Engine:\u00a0<\/strong>1248cc, 4-cylinder turbodiesel, 74bhp @4000rpm, 190Nm @ 4,000rpm
\nMax speed:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0 14.5 seconds
\n0-100 kph:\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>159kph
\nEmissions (Motor Tax) :<\/strong>\u00a0 125 g\/km (\u20ac270)
\nModel price range:<\/strong>\u00a0 \u20ac19,995
\nNo of Doors:<\/strong>\u00a05 doors
\nEuro NCAP :<\/strong>\u00a04 stars
\nFuel type:<\/strong>\u00a0 Diesel
\nFuel Economy (combined cycle):\u00a0<\/strong>4.7 l\/100km
\nBoot Capacity Seats up(down) :<\/strong>\u00a0225 litres (870)
\nCar Seats:<\/strong>\u00a02 Isofix fittings in the rear
\nLength<\/strong>: 3686mm
\nWidth:<\/strong>\u00a01672mm
\nHeight:<\/strong>\u00a01605mm
\nWheelbase:<\/strong>\u00a02300 mm<\/p>\n

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For more information visit the Fiat Ireland\u00a0website<\/a>\u00a0or its\u00a0Facebook<\/a>\u00a0 or view the video below<\/p>\n

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