Fiat Seeks To Take The Upper Hand By Taking On Mini With Small Wagon

After a disappointing return to the North American market following a 30-year hiatus, Fiat  may get a boost with a new wagon version of its iconic 500 subcompact.

The Italian automaker, which also is the majority owner of Chrysler Group LLC, will introduce a five-door model “related” to its subcompact 500 at the Geneva motor show in March, said Olivier Francois, head of the Fiat brand. The new model, he said, will be sold in the U.S starting next year.

 

mini22 - 1/17/2012 12:41:25 PM

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It's a tough market for small cars and a lot more crowded one then when Mini came on the scene. The Abarth and this new wagon should help the 500 sales. Supposidly an awd model is being developed.It would certainly be practical in the snow areas of the US.

CarCrazedinCali - 1/17/2012 5:38:09 PM

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LOL, Fix It Again Tony