Here’s your first look at the new Abarth 600e ‘Scorpionissima’ launch edition

Here we go, ladies and gentlemen. After teasing the 600e back in early January, Abarth has now pulled the covers on the real thing ahead of its forthcoming public debut. And let’s not mess about here, it looks proper.

In the sole image provided, plenty of motorsport-inspired design traits can be spotted including darkened skirt plates attached to each bumper section, a protruding rear wing, and more Abarth logos than you can count. Sharper whirlwind-like alloys can also be seen merging both silver and black spokes. 

The model pictured is the ‘Scorpionissima’ launch version, which will be limited to just 1,949 examples and perhaps your ability to accurately spell 'Scorpionissima'. Apparently, it invokes the ‘evil’ lurking within. Way to make it sound like a low-budget spin-off to Anaconda, Abarth. No word on exactly what additions the Scorpionissima will carry, but we expect them to remain purely cosmetic. 

Mechanically, the all-electric mini SUV’s 240bhp will be produced through a combination of its 115kW electric motor and 54kWh lithium-ion battery pack. We also expect the base car’s 1,520kg kerbweight to take a cut, but the top speed will likely remain below 100mph.

Interested? Pricing is yet to be revealed, but given its little brother, the 500e, starts at £34,195, expect the 600e to touch worryingly close to £40k. With Abarth’s introduction of artificial exhaust sounds, let’s hope you get an unlimited supply of pre-recorded concerts incorporated into the exhaust for that price.