Assembly of new Fiat 500 Hybrid pre-production units begins

The first step of the industrialisation process of the all-new Fiat 500 Hybrid is progressing on schedule, with the commencement of assembly of its first pre-production units at its Mirafiori plant in Turin, Italy.

With the all-electric Fiat 500e serving as its mechanical base, the new model will be equipped with a hybrid engine and is said to embody Fiat's social relevance and its deep-rooted bond with Italy and its communities. The brand also states that the subcompact hatch offers a solution towards more sustainable mobility. Interestingly, interior images seem to suggest that the car will be available with a manual transmission. 

The Fiat 500 model remains one of the best ambassadors of "Made in Italy", with over 70% of the units produced at the Mirafiori plant and exported outside Italy.

The first pre-production assembly units are tangible proof that Fiat is on track to begin production by the end of the year, with the brand setting a goal to commence by November 2025.