Is a Panda 1.2 4x4 suitable for harsh winter driving?

Our son will be living near the Scottish border for a year. I am thinking of buying him a Panda 1.2 4x4, and fitting it with winter tyres from November to March. Is this a sensible choice and is there anything I should be worried about in a 2009 petrol model?

Asked on 24 November 2012 by OL, via email

Answered by Honest John

You can find general information about the 1.2 4x4 here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/fiat/panda-4x4-2005/ and a test here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/fiat/fiat-panda-4x.../ But there is also a new Panda 4x4 on the way.

Tags: cold weather wheels and tyres

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