Fiat will show a development of its Panda 4x4 at Geneva which will offer more capability and more style, writes Brian Byrne.
The Panda Cross will feature 'Torque-on-Demand' all-wheel drive, Electronic Locking Differential and Hill Descent all standard while a new Terrain Control selector offers the driver the choice of three driving modes depending on conditions.
The vehicle will be available with uprated versions of the 1.3 MultiJet II and 0.9 TwinAir Turbo, now with 80hp and 90hp respectively, and the TwinAir engine gets a specific 6-speed transmission with shortened first gear.
Compared to the Panda 4x4, the Panda Cross offers oversized tyres, improved approach and departure angles and increased ground clearance.
It also has strong 'urban warrior' external touches which will certainly make it stand out in the crowd.
