Abarth 500e, here is the new electric sports car from the Scorpion

Abarth 500e, the first electric sports car of the house of Scorpio, has finally been presented. They already knew several things about this model based on the electric 500 thanks to a series of spy photos and rumors that have emerged recently. Now, the automaker has revealed many more details, including commercial ones. The exclusive launch version will be available initially”Scorpiowhich will be produced in 1,949 units (1949, the year Abarth was founded) and which will also feature exclusive graphics and the availability of a numbered certificate of authenticity.

It can already be pre-ordered until December 15 in the Acid Green or Poison Blue colors but only for members of “The Scorpionship”. The arrival on the market is scheduled for February 2023 at a starting price of 43 thousand euros (Scorpio version). Pre-orders can be made directly from the Abarth website. Let’s see the main features of this car.

We already knew more or less everything about the look of the new Abarth 500e thanks to the photos that have appeared recently. The builder made a specific body kit which is characterized by elements such as the new dedicated sports front bumper, the side skirts and the rear diffuser. The full LED headlights with the new Abarth signature and the rear spoiler also stand out. The exclusive Scorpionissima version can also count on the new 18-inch Titanium Gray diamond-finished alloy wheels.

Abarth didn’t limit itself to giving the electric 500 a more gritty look. In fact, the brand has also worked to improve driving dynamics by creating a dedicated setup that includes a 60 mm wider track and a 24 mm longer wheelbase. At the front we find a McPherson layout with telescopic shock absorber, while at the rear a torsion beam with telescopic shock absorber. The braking system has also been improved. Weight distribution is 53% front and 47% rear.

Speaking of the powertrain, the horsepower of the electric motor reaches 114 kW – 155 HP with 235 Nm of maximum torque. The maximum speed is electronically limited to 155 km/h, while for going from 0 to 100 km/h takes 7 seconds (with the battery at least 90% capacity). Abarth highlights the acceleration and recovery presentations of its new electric sports car by comparing them with those of the Abarth 695 model.

The Abarth 500e is 1 second faster in urban recovery, which means 50% faster acceleration from 20 to 40 km/h than its petrol rival. The New Abarth 500e is also faster outside city driving, for example on hairpin bends, where from 40 to 60 km/h it can reach the desired speed in just 1.5 seconds – much faster than the petrol version, which remains back 15 metres, reaching 60 km/h one second later. Finally, on the open road, the New Abarth 500e full electric performs overtaking maneuvers faster than its petrol version, reaching a speed of 100 km/h (starting from 60 km/h) when its counterpart is still traveling at 91 km /h, with a difference of about 1 second.

According to Abarth, the new electric vehicle beats the 695 by over a second on the Balocco “Misto Alfa Handling Track”. Are available three driving modes: Turismo, Scorpion Street and Scorpion Track. The electric motor is powered by a 42 kWh battery. The manufacturer does not officially mention the range when speaking of its new car, but a mileage of 250 km can be read in the notes on the Abarth website.

Autonomy New Abarth 500e Scorpionissima: 250 km. Values ​​approved according to the measurement/correlation method in the WLTP mixed cycle. Values ​​are measured in pre-homologation testing and subject to change after final homologation.

The accumulator can be recharged in direct current at one maximum power of 85 kWin alternating current up to 11 kW.

Strictly speaking of this limited edition launch version, Abarth points out that it offers practically full optional equipment. Speaking of the interior, the new electric sports car also features an enclosed central tunnel, heated front seats and windshield, height-adjustable driver’s seat and 50/50 folding rear seats. We also find leather and Alcantara upholstery.

On the technology side, this car is equipped as standard with Uconnect Radio 10.25 inch Touchscreen with integrated navigation system and new Abarth graphics. The instrumentation can count, however, on a 7-inch screen. Standard equipment includes, among other things, twilight and rain sensors, keyless key and keyless go, automatic climate control, automatic high-beam headlights, electro-chromic internal rear-view mirror and wireless charger.

There is also a wealth of ADAS systems including Traffic Sign Information, Autonomous Emergency Brake with pedestrian and cyclist recognition, Intelligent Speed ​​Assistant, Lane Keeping Assist, Drowsy Driver Detection, Attention assist, Cruise control, Blind Spot warning and Emergency call.

For Abarth, sound has always been important. In addition to the presence of a specific sound for the Avas, the electric sports car can count on an on and off sound that reproduces the sound of an electric guitar. Even more interesting, though, is the “sound generator” (optional) which reproduces the classic sound of Abarth petrol engines. The Sound Generator can be switched on or off as desired when the car is stationary.