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

The Panda is a minicar whose present technology has been in manufacturing since 2011. At current there’s solely the essential hatchback and a extra rugged, high-riding model generally known as the Panda Cross.

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

The ideas are all based mostly on a typical platform sourced from mother or father firm Stellantis, and have been designed for international markets, Fiat stated. No technical particulars had been talked about however Fiat stated the ideas are larger than the normal Panda minicar, and in manufacturing kind will provide patrons the selection between fuel, hybrid, and electrical powertrains. Round 80% of the elements shall be widespread, the automaker stated.

Fiat Panda Decide-Up idea

Whereas the Metropolis Automobile idea previews the way forward for conventional Panda hatch, the Decide-Up idea previews a possible successor to the present Fiat Strada pickup that is common in South America. Likewise, the Fastback idea previews a possible successor to the present Fiat Fastback coupe-like crossover offered in Brazil (generally known 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 celebrations, and can doubtless be the hatch. A further member shall be launched yearly for the next three years.

Whereas Fiat’s 500e electrical minicar begins gross sales within the U.S. this 12 months, the automaker hasn’t stated whether or not any further fashions will make the journey right here. Firm CEO Olivier Francois stated through the 500e’s 2022 Los Angeles auto present debut that the U.S. will solely have the electrical minicar shifting ahead, that means it is unlikely any members of the brand new Panda household shall be supplied regionally.