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Fiat Panda - Interior, design and technology

Characterful design gives the Fiat Panda a sense of fun inside and out, but some parts feel cheap

Interior, design and technology rating

3.0

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​The Fiat Panda is a cute-looking choice in the dwindling city car market, and it has a bit more flair than lower-spec versions of the Hyundai i10 and Kia Picanto. The Panda’s design will be the deciding factor for many owners; with its upright stance, bold details, and an eye-catching blend of straight lines and curves, it still manages to stand out. 

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The interior of the Fiat Panda continues this sense of fun, and there are plenty of trademark 'squircle' design cues – think square shapes with rounded corners. Chunky Tonka toy-style switchgear and bright fabrics contribute to the personality of the car.

While the interior is a vast improvement over past models, some of the materials feel low-rent, and it can't match its newer rivals in terms of quality.

Sat-nav, stereo and infotainment

Entry-level Pandas get a relatively basic radio system with a five-inch screen, along with Bluetooth, USB and aux connectivity. Moving up to the Panda Cross brings in a much more modern seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system, complete with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Both systems feature DAB tuning.

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