Fiat Grande Panda Wins “Auto Europa 2026”

Fiat Grande Panda Wins “Auto Europa 2026”​

FIAT’s Newest Global Small Car Scores A Major Industry Win​

Fiat’s all-new Grande Panda just earned one of Europe’s biggest automotive honors: “Auto Europa 2026.” Presented by the Italian Union of Automotive Journalists (UIGA), this award has been recognizing standout vehicles for 40 years. For FIAT, this latest win signals something bigger than just a trophy—it shows that the brand’s newest generation of vehicles is hitting the mark with both the industry and everyday drivers.

Fiat Grande Panda Wins “Auto Europa 2026”

Fiat Grande Panda wins “Auto Europa 2026,” showcasing its blend of practicality, clean styling, and versatile powertrain options.

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[patfromigh]

I've watched the revues on the Grande Panda on various YouTube channels. If Fiat is going to continue on as a viable brand in North America, Stellantis needs to sell the Grande Panda here. I think our market is ready for a basic no frills vehicle. I like that the base model doesn't have a touchscreen, but instead uses a cradle for a smart phone or a tablet. Perhaps Fiat could find enough American parts suppliers to achieve the 65% domestic parts content to avoid a tariff hit if the car is built in Mexico. Sourcing the engine and transmission from the US would help towards the 65% goal and ensure the drive-train is up to our driving conditions. I suspect the Jeep Renegade replacement is in Limbo due to the tariff threat. The Renegade could share a lot with the Grande Panda and justify the cost of a new production line in Mexico or the US.

 

[Bili]

Good design but IMO still overpriced and not as roomy as the main competitor which IMO is Dacia Sandero (Stepway).

 

[bill burke]

Fiat has had success around the globe as well as Europe. It always confounded me as to why they sold the brand in the states with such a limited lineup and frankly a vehicle (500) that most folks could predict would find little interest in the U.S. Well, a few years ago out of curiosity I went to the local Fiat dealership to give the 500 a once over, and it really impressed me, the front seats were among the most comfortable I ever experienced, but its size was just not my thing. I think, like the Smart cars that preceded it, and failed, a lesson should have been learned about Americans and their car tastes and opinions. Carlos Tavares missed that class too, it seems obvious. I call it “Euro-think”, not anything capricious, but a bias of culture, but the downfall of Stellantis in North America I partly attribute to this bias. I believe Fiat could do well here, but they need to bring a better portfolio of vehicles that would resonate with Americans. You know, something else.