Ufficiale: Fiat 500e [USA]

beckervdo · 16 Novembre 2012

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Gallery Completa Fiat 500e [USA]

Unique to the Fiat 500e, designers developed wind-tunnel-sculpted front and rear fascias, exterior mirror caps, side sills, and introduced a liftgate mounted aero spoiler extending the vehicle's roofline. All of these elements work to reduce the Fiat 500e's drag coefficient and improve the vehicle's aerodynamic performance. The vertically enhancing side sills also tie in the gradient pattern and "500e" logo from the front fascia. Below, the two-piece rear fascia echos the dot-matrix styled diffuser and "500e" logo featured on the front of this electrified Cinquecento.

A Fiat 500e exclusive wheel design features a premium painted Argento (silver) face with Nero (black) finished aero inserts. Unique 15 x 5.5-inch (front) and 15 x 6.5-inch (rear) wheel fitments feature a flush design for optimal aerodynamics.

More than 140 hours of wind-tunnel sculpting for a 13 percent aero improvement
For the all-new Fiat 500e to achieve a 0.311 coefficient of drag (Cd) (compared to the 2013 Fiat 500 Lounge model's 0.359 Cd), eight exterior refinements were developed in the wind tunnel to enable the 48 count drag reduction. The result of hours of wind-tunnel testing is a design that enables this battery-electric Cinquecento to achieve an additional five miles of range.

The 2013 Fiat 500e's eight functional exterior system improvements include:
- Front fascia sealing
- Aerodynamically optimized front fascia design
- Flush profile 15-inch aluminum wheels
- Streamlined exterior mirror caps
- Under vehicle bellypans
- Wind-tunnel-sculpted side sills
- Drag reducing rear fascia design
- Liftgate-mounted aerodynamic spoiler

Behind the steering wheel, an all-new 7-inch thin-film transistor (TFT) display provides increased functionality with more attractive and intuitively delivered information of the power gauge, driving range and state of charge. In addition, the new Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) utilizes its full-color capabilities with the use of picture graphics to illustrate vehicle functions including a trip computer, tire-pressure monitoring and vehicle status messaging system.

Integrating a convenient and portable vehicle navigation solution, the available TomTom navigation pairs with the Fiat 500e's standard BLUE&ME Handsfree Communication technology and features a 4.3-inch touchscreen display mounted on top of the instrument panel. Below its instrument panel bezel, the 2013 Fiat 500e includes an all-new electronic shifter with easy-to-use, push-button transmission mode selection.

Innovative technologies
- More than 80 miles of estimated range, with city driving range typically greater than 100 miles
- 111 horsepower (83 kW) electric-drive motor
- Less than 4 hour charge time with Level 2 (240 volt) on-board charging module (OBCM)
- 24 kWh hour liquid-cooled/heated lithium-ion battery
- Power inverter module (PIM) for DC-to-AC and DC-to-DC
- Push-button e-shift transmission
- Regenerative brake system
- 15-inch Firestone Firehawk GT low-rolling-resistance tires
- LED-illuminated state-of-charge indicator visible through windshield
- 7-inch thin-film transistor (TFT) instrument cluster with Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC): Power gauge with real-time feedback, Primary speedometer and trip computer, State-of-charge indication
- Fiat 500e Smartphone App (compatible with iPhone or Android): Vehicle status, Manage charging and preconditioning (remote start and charge now), Driver's energy consumption tracking, GPS enabled route planning, location of nearby charging stations and ability to send destination to car, Text-messaging alerts, Includes 3 years of connected services
- TomTom Navigation with voice activated commands, EV friendly route planning, power meters and battery driving-range indicators

Comfort and convenience
- Premium heated (front) leatherette/cloth seats
- BLUE&ME Handsfree Communication technology with USB and iPod control
- SiriusXM Radio (with one-year subscription)
- Alpine premium audio system with six speakers and 276-watt amplifier
- Automatic climate control
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio and cruise controls
- Power windows, door locks, mirrors and locking charge port door
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
- Cargo compartment organizer with covered load floor to accommodate charge cord and tire-inflator kit

Safety and security
- Seven airbags
- Advanced multistage driver and front-passenger
- Front and rear side-curtain
- Driver inflatable knee air bag
- Driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side air bags (pelvic-thorax)
- Bi-halogen headlamps
- Daytime running lamps (DRL)
- Audible pedestrian warning system
- Active head restraints
- ParkSense rear park assist
- Electronic stability control (ESC)

ENGINEERING/CHASSIS
- World-class handling for an electric vehicle (EV), thanks to the all-new 2013 Fiat 500e's unique chassis hardware and specific suspension tuning
- World-class braking provided by larger vented front-disc brakes and a high efficiency energy-regenerating system. Heat energy typically lost during braking is instead converted to electricity to recharge the battery
- Strategically located battery pack improves this electrified Cinquecento's front-to-rear balance
- Fiat 500e features a quieter interior thanks to 12 product-specific improvements to reduce noise in the cabin while driving
- Redesigned body structure delivers a 10 percent improvement in bending stiffness, while accommodating the powerful 97-cell lithium-ion battery pack

Upgraded chassis with an emphasis on handling The all-new 2013 Fiat 500e features a specially engineered suspension tailored for its EV architecture and capable of highly engaging dynamics in an electric vehicle.

The suspension of the Fiat 500e is re-engineered with new increased spring rates and unique front-strut and rear-shock tuning, for optimum ride comfort and body control, fully retaining the fun-to-drive character that the Fiat 500 is already known for. In addition, Fiat 500e's 15 x 5.5-inch (front) and 15 x 6.5-inch (rear) aluminum wheels add stability at high speeds.

The 2013 Fiat 500e features a 16.3:1 steering-gear ratio to enhance responsiveness, maneuverability and performance feel. In addition, this electrified Cinquecento features a uniquely tuned electronic power steering (EPS) calibration for increased steering response and feedback. In addition, the Fiat 500e's EPS system is designed to compensate for temporary road crown and crosswind situations where there is a constant push of the car to one side or another, assisting the driver to not have to drive against such a condition.

Energy-regenerating disc brakes The all-new Fiat 500e features 2.1-inch (54 mm) diameter single-piston front-brake calipers with larger 11.1-inch (284 mm) (up from 10.1-inch; 257 mm) diameter ventilated rotors for additional braking surface and heat dissipation. The 9.4-inch (240 mm) rear disc-brake system also features single-piston brake calipers.

Taking advantage whenever the driver slows, the Fiat 500e's regenerative braking system converts kinetic energy to electricity, while helping to provide additional range by charging the lithium-ion battery. In addition, the Fiat 500e provides the driver with the traditional "connected" feel of an internal combustion vehicle when coasting. Tying it altogether is the Fiat 500e's regenerative braking controller (RBC) that receives the driver's brake-pedal input and determines the total amount of brake power requested. Depending on input levels, the RBC is able to adjust the level of friction and regenerative braking instantly.

The Fiat 500e features a four-channel electronic stability control (ESC) system that monitors the speed of each wheel individually. The four-channel system allows individual wheel braking for superior control and provides backup braking in the unlikely event that one of the two braking circuits would fail. The anti-lock brake (ABS) software uses a steering wheel angle sensor that allows the system to differentiate between straight-line braking and braking in a turn, resulting in better straight-line braking with minimal yaw.

ESC helps maximize driver control in all conditions by combining both engine torque and brake control to regulate wheel spin at all driving speeds. When the system senses impending wheel slip during acceleration, it signals the throttle control to reduce drive wheel torque. Under extreme situations, such as going from pavement to ice during acceleration, the system will selectively apply the brakes to maintain control. An ESC button on the center stack allows the driver to partially turn off the system.

Other features in the Fiat 500e's ESC system include:
- Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD)
- Electronic rollover mitigation (ERM)
- Hill-start Assist (HSA)
- Brake Assist

Fiat 500e provides a quieter interior With 2013 Fiat 500e's electric powertrain, and redesigned body structure, engineers took the opportunity to develop an all-new noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) package to improve interior quietness.

In addition to the reduction in wind noise gained through the Fiat 500e's eight exterior aero dynamic improvements, this electrified Cinquecento includes 12 product-specific improvements aiding in the vehicle's reduction in interior cabin noise while driving. These NVH improvements include:
- Additional mastic patches on floor
- Additional sound-deadening material in rear quarter body cavity
- Additional acoustic pads to wheelhouse liners
- New gasket between the mirror flag and door
- New mirror flag and B-pillar applique foam seals
- Additional 8 mm acoustic pad to rear floor behind rear seats
- New antenna with strakes
- New carpet mass layer
- New noise absorption pads in front doors
- New isolated engine torque mount
- Improved door glass belt and channel sealing
- New acoustic windshield glass

Redesigned body structure adds rigidity and improved weight distribution A new lower-body structure design provides packaging and protection for the 2013 Fiat 500e's battery, while delivering a 10 percent improvement in bending stiffness.

Powertrain
- All-new Fiat 500e delivers an estimated 116 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) city and 100 MPGe highway battery-only electric power and zero emissions from a single charge
- More than 80 miles of driving range on a single charge (estimated)
- No-compromise performance from 111 horsepower (83 kW) motor
- Unique "creep" feature mirrors conventional powertrains
- Distinctive push-button shifter

The 2013 Fiat 500e has driving enjoyment and environmental stewardship all buttoned up
Unshackled by a performance-draining "eco-button," the likes of which found on competitive vehicles, the stylish all-new, all-electric hatchback delivers an estimated 116 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) city and 100 MPGe highway (186 and 160 km) of worry-free driving.

As Chrysler Group LLC's first road-going retail electric vehicle, the Fiat 500e forgoes the addition of an "Eco" button. Eco-buttons deaden throttle-response in exchange for marginal range improvement.

In deference to the driver, the Fiat 500e holds nothing back
"Our objective was to make the full potential and excitement of the e-powertrain immediately available and apparent to 500e customers," says Bob Lee, Vice President and Head of Engine and Electrified Propulsion Engineering - Chrysler Group LLC.

FIAT 500e buyers, empowerment starts with a 24 kWh lithium-ion battery that energizes a 111 horsepower (83 kW), permanent-magnet, three-phase synchronous drive-motor. Dubbed "e-Drive" and showcased by a studded, logo-adorned "engine cover," it generates 147 lb.-ft. (200 N•m) of peak torque – all of which is available at tip-in.

Protected by a four-year warranty, its behavior – relative to conventional powertrains – is pleasingly familiar.

The battery's thermal-management system maintains optimal operating temperatures, which maximizes driving range and minimizes recharging times – less than 4 hours with its Level 2 (240-volt) on-board charging module (OBCM) and 24 hours via Level 1 (120-volt) when fully depleted.

The system supplements passive cooling by circulating through the high-voltage battery a blend of ethylene glycol and corrosion inhibitors. This ensures consistent cell-to-cell temperature and boosts battery life.

Passive cooling occurs via the brazed aluminum radiator, which removes heat from the coolant as air enters the front of the vehicle. The radiator also provides cooling benefits for the eDrive motor and the all-important PIM.

Subject to accelerator-pedal inputs, the PIM regulates the amount of voltage sent to the eDrive. It does so by converting the battery's direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC), which powers the drive-motor.

In addition, it features an auxiliary power module, which reduces the battery's high-voltage output to 12 volts to support the standard vehicle electrical system.
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