Key facts
- Fiat has launched its Topolino electric mini car in the U.S.
- The Topolino is a two-seat compact car with a starting price of $13,995.
- It offers a range of up to 46 miles on a full charge.
- Initially, the vehicle is restricted to private communities, resorts, and golf courses with a top speed of 19 mph.
- An optional kit will enable owners to upgrade the Topolino to a Low-Speed Vehicle (LSV) capable of speeds up to 25 mph for use on certain public roads.
Fiat has introduced its compact, two-seat electric vehicle, the Topolino, to the United States market, with prices beginning at $13,995. The vehicle offers a driving range of up to 46 miles and has an initial top speed of 19 mph, making it suitable for use within private communities, resorts, and golf courses.
Fiat plans to offer an upgrade kit later in the summer that will allow owners to modify their Topolinos into federally regulated Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs). This upgrade will increase the vehicle's speed capability to 25 mph, permitting its use on certain public roads.
The Topolino, which revives the name of Fiat's popular 1930s model, was first launched in Europe in 2023. The name 'Topolino' translates from Italian to 'Mickey Mouse,' a nod to its historical nickname inspired by the Walt Disney character. This new electric model expands Fiat's presence in North America, complementing the existing electric 500e city car.
The vehicle is equipped with a 5.4-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery that can be fully charged in approximately five hours. Fiat's CEO, Olivier Francois, highlighted the brand's commitment to its heritage in small car manufacturing with the introduction of the Topolino.