# Sporty Fully-Electric Vehicle Models The Abarth 500e is Speedy, Efficient and Fun to Drive By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-11-23 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abarth-500e References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/new-abarth-500e-electric-vehicle-unveiled-23-11-2022/) & [media.stellantis](https://www.media.stellantis.com/uk-en/abarth/press/more-abarth-than-ever-abarth-goes-electric-and-more-global)  The Abarth 500e electric vehicle has been unveiled as a new emissions-free transportation solution capable of providing a speedy driving experience with efficiency to boot. The vehicle will come in the Scorpionissimia launch edition and will feature a 42kWh battery that's rated to provide 113.7kWh or 155-horsepower. These specs give the vehicle a responsiveness that's perfect for navigating tight city streets, while also performing better than some of the brand's other models. The Abarth 500e electric vehicle is rated to be 50% faster in terms of acceleration over a gas-powered alternative and is perfect for drivers looking for speediness outside of the city. The interior is well-equipped with a range of convenience and comfort features as well as a well-sized infotainment display. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sporty Fully-electric Vehicles:** There is an opportunity for car manufacturers to create more sporty and efficient electric vehicles with impressive performance specs like the Abarth 500e. - **Efficient 42kwh Batteries:** The development of more efficient and powerful 42kWh batteries can greatly improve the performance of electric vehicles and increase their appeal to potential buyers. - **Fast Electric Vehicle Acceleration:** There is a growing trend towards electric vehicles with faster acceleration, especially in urban environments where speed and responsiveness are important. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can explore creating more sporty and efficient electric vehicles with impressive performance specs like the Abarth 500e to meet growing consumer demand for electric cars. - **Battery Manufacturing Industry:** The battery manufacturing industry can invest in research and development to create more efficient and powerful 42kWh batteries to enhance the performance of electric vehicles. - **Urban Transportation Industry:** The urban transportation industry can explore investing in fast electric vehicles with faster acceleration to improve speed and responsiveness for drivers navigating tight city streets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Italian EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2022-abarth-500-ev.md) - [Limited-Run Electric Crossovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiat-600e-abarth.md) - [Affordable Long-Range EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-500e.md) - [Bright Miniature Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topolino-ev.md) - [Track-Ready Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpine-a290.md) - [Reimagined Compact EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-ev.md) - [Curvaceous Electric Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curvaceous-electric-concept-cars.md) - [Luxury Italian Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aehra-sedan.md) - [Charged Electric Hatchbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r5-turbo.md)