2009 Fiat Panda

Panda is all new, except for its unique personality.

Big on content, but small when it comes to finding a parking space in the city. Sturdy and ready for everything.
So easy, it's a pleasure.

With a front section as distinctive as that of a SÚV, Panda has the streamlined sides of a sedan, with high arching windows and a third glass pane that adds a unique stylistic element.

Styling details include the grille, with two huge chromed headlamps, and the bumper with air intakes that convey an impression of dynamism and sturdiness. The high, square cut rear is characterised by long, vertically-oriented light clusters, which underscore the spaciousness and practical mindset of New Panda.
Highlighted by the three new body colours: Samba Orange, New Orleans Blue, Surf Azure.
The interior features original pastel coloured fabrics that are pleasurable to the touch.

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1,000,000 Fiat Pandas produced

The one millionth new Fiat Panda rolled off the production lines of Fiat Auto Poland in Tychy today. Destined for the Italian market, the car is a ‘cheeky' red 4x4 mounting a 1.2 petrol engine.

In detail, 82,292 units have been produced to date for the Polish market while 917,708 units have been exported to 68 countries, all over Europe but also to Japan, Australia, South Africa, Venezuela, Guadalupe and Martinique.

Production began in the Tychy plant in south Poland in May 2003, while the first car went on the market in mid-September of that year. Its extraordinary success soon made it European sales leader in its segment. A commercial success endorsed by the numerous prizes assigned by readers and trade journalists, including the prestigious Car of The Year 2004. On the back of all this acclaim, the new Fiat Panda has seen constantly significant demand levels which has meant a growth in output from year to year: from 86,046 units (of the second half of 2003) to the 262.178 units in 2006, for 2007 270,000 cars have been programmed.

One of the most up-to-date car factories in Europe, Fiat Auto Poland of Tychy produces the Panda, the 600 and the just-out Fiat 500. Its industrial excellence is confirmed by the prestigious prizes it has obtained: Polish Prize for Quality and EFQM (European Foundation for Quality Management) finalist.

At the moment 4,200 people are employed by Fiat Auto Poland and 1,400 cars are produced at the plant every day. In 2007 an output of 366,000 has been programmed (58,000 more than 2006) of which 351,000 are earmarked for export. Finally, the investment in the production start-up of the new Fiat 500, has led to a total of 500 new people being hired at the Tychy plant.

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The new Fiat Panda Cross turns heads wherever it goes. And when it comes to sure-footed driving - on and off-road - this mini-SÚV excels in all departments. Available now through Fiat's 168-strong dealer network, the new Fiat Panda Cross looks set to appeal to a wide range of fun-loving, cost-conscious drivers, regardless of whether they are city dwellers or country residents.

A stylish new version of Fiat's top-selling Panda has just gone on sale in the ÚK - offering a combination of serious 4x4 potential with manoeuvrable city car know-how.

Combining the exceptional driveability of Fiat's widely acclaimed 1.3 16v MultiJet turbodiesel engine with the proven permanent four-wheel drive system of the Panda 4x4, the rugged new Fiat Panda Cross comes with a host of significant style features.

New round light units front and rear, chunky side protection strips in contrasting colours, roof-bars, 15-inch alloy wheels and new bumpers all come as standard; while inside, the functional style continues with special two-tone interior trims.

The new Fiat Panda Cross permanent four-wheel drive system has a viscous coupling and an electronic differential lock which ensures extraordinary off-road performance in low-grip situations. Meanwhile, the MacPherson front and independent rear suspension ensures exceptional wheel-to-ground contact and remarkable passenger comfort over any surface.

Fiat's frugal MultiJet turbodiesel engine gives smooth power delivery, low fuel consumption and emissions, together with top build quality. It produces 70 bhp and an impressive torque of 145 Nm at just 1500 rpm, which is ideal for off-road use.

'The special style treatment we have given the Fiat Panda Cross sets it aside from rivals,' says Elena Bernardelli, marketing director, Fiat ÚK. 'But this is not just a fantastic-looking car - it's also highly versatile and great fun to drive. We are delighted to have it in the ÚK.'

The car's standard equipment list includes ESP, air conditioning, radio and MP3-compatible CD player with steering wheel audio controls, and electric power steering. One new colour is available, Rain Dance Green, which joins the existing Goa Orange, Cumbia Beige and Crossover Black.

As with any Fiat Panda, fuel consumption and emissions are exceptionally low. Fiat Panda Cross returns 42.1 mpg on the urban cycle, 67.3 mpg extra-urban, and 54.3 combined. The CO2 figure is 136 g/km.

At £11,995 on-the-road, the highly-competitive Fiat Panda Cross represents notable value for money and makes it the most inexpensive new diesel 4x4 available in the ÚK.

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