Abarth 600e – design
A purposeful stance, striking colours and eccentric design touches help the Abarth 600e stand out from the crowd
While the likes of the Cupra Born and MG4 make do with awkward, aero-conscious designs, the Abarth 600e is less compromised. More playful and bold than its Alfa Romeo counterpart, the 600e has a stout, square stance, with its aggressive diffuser and splitter elements making a real statement. It doesn’t have anywhere near the same appeal as the Alpine A290 with its clever retro styling and finesse, but its design suits the Abarth badge well nonetheless.
The 20-inch faux centre lock wheels won’t be for some, but they make an impression, visually shrinking the 600e’s size with their comparatively large appearance. The same can be said for the unusual square roof-mounted spoiler, inspired by the open engine cover of early Abarth-tuned 500s.
Elsewhere, the 600e borrows numerous elements from the smaller 500e, with the aggressive split headlights and square rear lights carried across. The latter is specific to the Abarth 600e, with textured, darkened lenses applied to match its aggressive aesthetic. Something we can’t help but note is that these new tweaks give the 600e an uncanny resemblance to the current Mini Cooper SE from the rear.
Also new to the 600e are Acid Green and Hypnotic Purple paint shades, the latter being an impressive pearlescent hue that changes colour dramatically in direct sunlight, almost like a TVR flip paint. The pink highlights won’t be for some, but if you’re looking for something no other manufacturer is currently offering, it’s the way to go. It's worth noting though, that the standard car isn't available in this colour, but comes at no cost on the range-topping Scorpionissima.
