Abarth 500e arrives in time for Christmas

Abarth New Zealand has confirmed the Abarth 500e will arrive in New Zealand in December 2023, meaning that it will quality for the $7015 rebate before the Clean Car Discount ends. 

The limited edition Scorpionissima is priced from $76,990 and the Abarth 500e priced from $74,990 plus on road costs.

The Scorpionissima offers two distinct all new exterior colours to the Abarth line-up: Acid Green and Poison Blue.  Both colours feature Abarth decals applied to the side profile of the vehicle (Acid Green paired with black Abarth decals, and Poison Blue paired with white Abarth decals).  

The exterior is enriched with dedicated 18” diamond-cut titanium grey alloy wheels. Inside there is a Alcantara interior, and a racing steering wheel providing a dark sporty look. The unique sport seats with integrated headrest bring the Acid-Green Scorpion – lasered on the Alcantara – inside the cabin and the Acid Green and Poison Blue double stitching provide visual continuity from the seats to the door panels.

The Abarth 500e is also available in standard trim offering the same great performance, unique style and the original Abarth sound. Customers can choose from three colours: Antidote White, Venom Black, and Adrenaline Red.

Equipped with a 42-kWh battery coupled with a powerful e-motor, the Abarth 500e combines the performance of the Scorpion with the innovation of electric mobility. The electric architecture has an improved weight distribution, better torque, and a wider wheelbase, creating an Abarth that is more responsive, faster, and arguably more enjoyable than its petrol-powered equivalent.

With a battery range up to 253km, and a supporting fast charging of up to 85kW in direct current (DC), the Abarth 500e ensures plenty of driving excitement. It takes less than 5 minutes to build up sufficient energy reserve for daily mileage requirements (around 40 km) and the fast charge reaches 80% of the range in only 35 minutes.

Abarth’s signature and unmistakable “roar” can be heard thanks to the Abarth Sound Generator that accompanies every trip in the 500e. This standard feature on the model highlights the vehicle’s performance, reproducing the sound of an Abarth petrol engine inspired by the famous Record Monza exhaust.