REAL WORLD FIAT 500E 5%-85% EV FAST CHARGING TEST! GREAT RESULTS!

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This video presents a real-world fast charging test of the 2024 Fiat 500e, aiming to replicate a typical road trip scenario. The reviewer, Greg, tests charging from 3% to 85% at a public station, noting the car's 42 kWh battery and 85 kW peak DC charging rate. Despite an equipment failure mid-test with the ABB/Hubner charger, which required a restart, the overall results were impressive. The car consistently pulled close to its peak rate, reaching 85 kW and delivering approximately 30.73 kWh in 28 minutes of charging time. This performance, Greg notes, actually beats Stellantis's quoted 10-80% charge time of 30 minutes. Key takeaways include the Fiat 500e's strong charging curve for a city car, its efficient 11 kW AC charging capability, and a realistic highway range estimate of around 200-230 km. While the charging equipment's unreliability was a significant frustration, the car's charging performance itself was lauded as a "solid charging session" and a "charging beast" for its class.