Not with this poison frog!
For the true car enthusiast, who likes to call themselves ‘petrolhead’, nothing beats the exhilarating exhaust roar of a sports car. And it is true, that sound adds a considerable dimension to the driving experience. But there’s more. Such as lightning-fast acceleration and razor-sharp steering. You’ll find it all in the fully electric and sensational Abarth 500e. Yes, also the rousing engine sound! It is also good to know that the Abarth 500e is eligible for a €2,950 government subsidy.
Driving pleasure is written in capital letters in the passport of the Abarth 500e, making it a suitable partner for the car enthusiast who is looking for uncompromising yet responsible driving pleasure. Sustainability and speed go hand in hand and by driving electrically you contribute to a better world. And that the enjoyment does not stop there, the stubborn proves and already now high-profile Abarth 500ewhich treats you to flashy acceleration, fantastic driving characteristics and the famous Abarth exhaust note.
Sounds like a real Abarth
But wait a minute: such an electric motor is just as quiet as a whisper boat in the canals of Giethoorn, isn’t it? Beats. And also just as clean and efficient. But at the touch of a button, the Engine Sound Generator in the Abarth 500e puts an end to the serenity, ringing in and out of the sounds you’d expect from a thoroughbred Abarth. When developing the Abarth 500e, the pure passion for driving was paramount. The adrenaline rush comes not only from the rapid acceleration and cornering grip, but also from the characteristic sounds that are so characteristic of a real Abarth.
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An inimitable type
How fast is the Abarth 500e? How about 0-100 km/h in 7 seconds? That’s sports car time. At least as impressive are the sprints from 40-60 km/h and from 60 to 100 km/h. Big boy who knows how to keep up with the Abarth 500e. The compact electric motor is good for 113 kW/154 hp and delivers a torque of 235 Nm. That pulling power is available from the very first moment, where a fuel engine first has to get up to speed. And it is precisely that instant power that makes driving the 100 percent electric Abarth 500e a true sensation. Charging the 42 kWh battery can be done with 11 kW at the regular charging station and with 85 kW at a fast charger.
Limited and richly equipped: the Abarth 500e Scorpionissima
To reinforce the special character of the Abarth 500e, there is a limited introduction version: the Scorpionissima. Available as a 3-door hatchback with panoramic glass roof or as a 2-door convertible, both in the colors Acid Green or Poison Blue. This special version has 18-inch wheels, exterior mirrors in titanium gray and full LED headlights. In the interior you can see beautiful Alcantara on the steering wheel, the sports seats (with Scorpion logo) and on the dashboard. The infotainment system with its 10.25-inch screen is paired with a JBL sound system and the Engine Sound Generator is also part of this package.
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The Abarth 500e is an electric car that will touch the heart of even the most puristic car enthusiast. Because it was developed by people with a pure passion for design and driving pleasure. With the driving mode switch you can easily choose Turismo, Scorpion Street or Scorpion Track.
Are you curious about the fantastic engine sound and do you want to know everything about the new Abarth 500e and the unique Scorpionissima in particular, then visit abarth.nl and before you know it you will be under the spell of the scorpion.
Learn more about the Abarth 500e here or experience it for yourself.
– Thanks for information from Autoweek.nl