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Fiat has opened orders for its compact Topolino electric quadricycle in the United States, marking the latest expansion of the company’s global micromobility strategy just days after launching the model in the United Kingdom.

The vehicle is now available through select U.S. dealerships with a starting price of US$13,995, excluding destination charges.

At launch, the Topolino is not street legal in the United States. Instead, Fiat is positioning the model as a neighborhood and lifestyle vehicle, with plans to introduce Low Speed Vehicle (LSV) conversion kits by the end of summer 2026.

Designed for Neighborhood Mobility

Unlike its European positioning as an urban mobility solution, Stellantis is marketing the Topolino in the United States for use in resort communities, private neighborhoods and coastal areas.

The vehicle’s current maximum speed of 19 mph prevents it from qualifying for public road use under U.S. regulations.

Fiat said it plans to offer LSV conversion kits that will increase the vehicle’s capabilities to comply with federal Low Speed Vehicle requirements, allowing it to operate on public roads with speed limits of up to 35 mph.

The company has not disclosed pricing for the conversion kits.

Compact EV Specifications

Customers can choose between the standard Topolino and the Topolino Dolcevita variants.

Like the European version, the electric quadricycle offers a driving range of approximately 46 miles on a full charge and can be recharged in around five hours using a 2.3kW AC charger.

Executive Comment

Fiat Brand Chief Executive Officer Olivier François said the model reflects the company’s broader mobility ambitions in the U.S.

“Topolino represents a new chapter for the brand in the U.S. — defined not just by size, but by purpose.”

“With the introduction of Topolino, FIAT brings its unmistakable Italian design and iconic character into this fast-growing segment, offering a fresh, stylish alternative that reimagines urban and neighborhood mobility.”

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Isabelle Fournier has been reporting on the U.S. electric vehicle market for EVMagz.com since becoming a journalist in 2024, with a focus on automaker strategy, investment trends, factory expansion, and the competitive dynamics shaping North America’s EV landscape. With a background in international business and media, she brings a sharp analytical lens to how policy, production, and consumer demand intersect. Outside of work, Isabelle enjoys long-distance walking, film-based photography, and exploring modern minimalist interior design.

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