ABARTH Australia is now taking orders for its 695 75 Anniversario Version. Priced from $52,695 plus on-road prices, simply 75 examples of the mannequin shall be supplied domestically, and simply 1368 globally – the quantity a becoming nod to the cubic capability of the mannequin’s hearth respiration 1368cc T-Jet engine.
Creating 132kW of energy and 250Nm of torque, the particular version Abarth 695 is pressure fed by a Garrett GT 1446 turbocharger. It might speed up the automotive from standstill to 100km/h in 6.7 seconds and on to a high velocity of 225km/h.
Fittingly, the sporty mannequin options Abarth’s scintillating File Monza exhaust system with lively valving and Koni-souced FSD dampers entrance and rear. Distinctive 17-inch alloy wheels, completed in gold, and a excessive efficiency Brembo braking system spherical out the mechanical upgrades.
The 2024 Abarth 695 75 Anniversario Version is additional characterised by its personal livery replete with a emblem at every door aperture and a scorpion motif throughout the roof panel. The black and gold theme of the particular mannequin is additional paired with privateness glass and a decal within the form of a piston head.
Inside, the charismatic pocket rocket is upholstered in black Alcantara on the dashboard and market-specific embroidered black material on the seats.
Gear is unchanged from the by-product mannequin, and features a 7.0-inch instrumentation display, a 7.0-inch infotainment array, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, Beats premium audio system, and climate-controlled air-conditioning.
It’s anticipated the Abarth 695 75 Anniversario Version shall be one of many final petrol-powered fashions to be supplied domestically, because the all-electric 500e makes its mark Down Underneath.
The hard-charging EV, which is priced in Australia from $58,900 plus on-road prices, is now accessible to order, and is, based on Abarth Australia, probably the most responsive and thrilling within the model’s celebrated historical past.
The EV various is provided with a front-mounted electrical motor delivering 114kW and 235Nm, or sufficient to speed up the automobile from 0-100km/h in 7.0 seconds. Driving vary is listed at 252km.
Abarth says that “electrical is the right know-how to boost the driving expertise by bringing higher acceleration, larger steadiness, higher dealing with, extra stability, and higher roadholding” – all huge claims given the competence of the much-loved turbocharged petrol predecessor.
That includes a replica of the enduring Monza exhaust ‘roar’, by way of a cleverly engineered Sound Generator, the characterful hatch shall be accessible in 5 vivid paint hues: Acid Inexperienced ,Poison Blue, Antidote White, Venom Black and Adrenalin Purple.
Later this yr, Abarth will introduce the restricted version 500e Scorpionissima to native showrooms – simply 219 examples shall be made accessible domestically of the 1949 produced – with the ‘customary’ Turismo trim to observe in early 2024. Extra options embody distinctive decals and a digital certificates of authenticity.
Every helps three completely different charging modes and is provided with a CCS Combo Kind 2 socket that permits each AC and DC charging. The utmost (DC) cost price is listed at 85kW which means it needs to be attainable to cost the 500e’s 42kWh battery from zero to 80 per cent in round 35 minutes.
Highlights of the native specification embody 18-inch diamond-cut titanium gray alloy wheels, Alcantara upholstery, and sports activities seats with contrasting double stitching.
