16:41 26-01-2026

FIAT Panda Coupe SUV: new spy photos reveal glowing logo and segment shift

New spy photos show FIAT's upcoming Panda Coupe SUV with a glowing front logo and extended wheelbase. Learn about its hybrid and electric powertrains and segment positioning.

FIAT is continuing to actively test its upcoming coupe SUV, currently known under the provisional names Panda Coupe or Panda Fastback. A new series of spy photos emerged after nighttime trials and revealed a detail previously impossible to discern: a glowing front logo. At the same time, the model's role in FIAT's refreshed lineup is becoming clearer.

FIAT has extended the wheelbase of the future coupe-crossover to move the model into a new segment

Despite its visual connection to the updated Grande Panda, the upcoming coupe SUV will not be a derivative version. The car has an extended wheelbase, growing from the previous 2,540 mm to over 2,600 mm. This shift places the model half a step up between the B and C segments.

Larger rear doors and a sleek roofline promise a more spacious second row, where the crossover compensates for its coupe-like silhouette with extra headroom. FIAT aims to fill the niche left by the departure of the Renault Arkana, while Dacia prepares its revival.

The glowing logo and exterior design details

A nighttime test run played a trick on the prototype: camouflage could not hide the illuminated front logo, which has become part of the brand identity for many automakers. The photos show the emblem as a glowing element under the masking film, confirming FIAT's move toward a more expressive lighting style.

The rear end will likely repeat the concept with illuminated lettering, though this is hard to confirm due to glare and track lighting. Overall, the prototype retains heavy camouflage, but its proportions clearly reveal a coupe-crossover with a fast roofline.

Powertrains

The model will be offered in both electric and hybrid configurations. The electric version is expected to feature a 156 hp motor and a battery capable of providing over 400 kilometers of range—figures typical for Stellantis architecture. However, the main variant is anticipated to be the 1.2-liter MHEV hybrid, which has become a mass-market solution for the group's compact models. This choice should keep the price in an accessible range and make the Panda Coupe competitive in the affordable coupe-SUV category. FIAT positions the model as an opportunity to capture a growing segment and adapt its signature design to a more emotional format.