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Abarth 600e Arrives In The UK As Brand’s Most Powerful Model Yet
Abarth has launched the 600e in the UK, making it the brand’s most powerful model. Available in two versions, the standard variant produces 236.7 bhp, while the Scorpionissima version delivers 276 bhp with a 0-100 kmph time of 5.85 seconds.
Keshav Rajput
Updated Mar 19, 2025, 11:33 AM IST
Abarth 600e Arrives In The UK As Brand’s Most Powerful Model Yet
Abarth has launched the 600e in the UK, marking its most powerful model to date. It will be available in two versions, the electric hatchback comes with a 276 bhp e-motor in the Scorpionissima variant and a 236.7 bhp standard model with price starting at £36,975, with the Scorpionissima model priced below the UK's upcoming Expensive Car Supplement threshold.
Abarth 600e: Powertrain and Performance
The Abarth 600e comes in two variants. The standard model has a 236.7 bhp motor, while the Scorpionissima version delivers 276 bhp. The latter can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 5.85 seconds. Both versions have a maximum speed of 200 kmph and a torque output of 345 Nm. The WLTP-estimated battery range is up to 333 km on a single charge.
Abarth 600e: Driving Modes and Features
Both versions offer three driving modes:
- Turismo Mode: Limits power output to 236.7 bhp (Abarth 600e) and 195 bhp (Scorpionissima), with a top speed of 150 kmph.
- Scorpion Street Mode: Increases output to 198 bhp (Abarth 600e) and 225 bhp (Scorpionissima), with a top speed of 180 kmph.
- Scorpion Track Mode: Provides full power (236.7 bhp/276 bhp) with a top speed of 200 kmph.
Abarth 600e: Safety and Technology
In terms of safety, the Abarth 600e comes with Adaptive Cruise Control, Autonomous Emergency Braking, a Lane Departure Warning system, Six airbags and an emergency response system are standard. The Scorpionissima variant adds Level 2 Assisted Driving, Traffic Jam Assist and a 360-degree parking system.
Abarth 600e: Pricing and Tax Considerations
The Abarth 600e starts at £36,975, while the Scorpionissima version is priced at £39,875. The revised pricing ensures the models remain below the UK’s upcoming Expensive Car Supplement, which applies to EVs priced over £40,000 from April 2025.
Giuseppe Cava, UK managing director for Fiat and Abarth, said: “Recognising that our top-of-the-range Abarth 600e Scorpionissima would have attracted the Expensive Car Supplement coming in April, we made the decision to reduce the price of the car and protect our customers from this tax rise.”
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