Spy shots: 2010 Fiat 500 Cabrio
December 31st, 1969
The Fiat 500 minicar was first unveiled more than a year ago and since then we’ve seen the launch of the sporty Abarth model and even a couple of special edition models. What we are yet to come across is the upcoming Cabrio, which has been spotted by spy photographers almost completely undisguised ahead of its launch on the 16th of this month.
The 500’s compact size and low cost means it’ll make do with a manual folding soft-top and will likely provide seating for only two passengers. Fiat’s styling director Roberto Giolito has previously stated that the car would remain simple and affordable, and that recent advances in fabric roof design will remove some off the perceived drawbacks. The included computer generated renderings give a good indication as to what the final version could look like, but we’ll have to wait until the car’s reveal next week to see the final result.
Engine options will likely remain the same as the hardtop, which means the 70hp (52kW) 1.2L and 100hp (75kW) 1.4L petrol engines and the ultra-efficient 75hp (56kW) 1.3L Multijet diesel will carry over.
To see the world premiere of the car, check out our previous story about a new preview website by clicking here.2010 Fiat 500 Cabrio spy shotsFiat 500 cabrio and wagon renderingsFiat 500 Cabrio spy video
The Fiat 500 minicar was first unveiled more than a year ago and since then we’ve seen the launch of the sporty Abarth model and even a couple of special edition models. What we are yet to come across is the upcoming Cabrio, which has been spotted by spy photographers almost completely undisguised ahead of its launch on the 16th of this month.
The 500’s compact size and low cost means it’ll make do with a manual folding soft-top and will likely provide seating for only two passengers. Fiat’s styling director Roberto Giolito has previously stated that the car would remain simple and affordable, and that recent advances in fabric roof design will remove some off the perceived drawbacks. The included computer generated renderings give a good indication as to what the final version could look like, but we’ll have to wait until the car’s reveal next week to see the final result.
Engine options will likely remain the same as the hardtop, which means the 70hp (52kW) 1.2L and 100hp (75kW) 1.4L petrol engines and the ultra-efficient 75hp (56kW) 1.3L Multijet diesel will carry over.
To see the world premiere of the car, check out our previous story about a new preview website by clicking here.
Spy shots: 2010 Fiat 500 Cabrio
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The 500’s compact size and low cost means it’ll make do with a manually folding soft-top
Enlarge PhotoThe 500’s compact size and low cost means it’ll make do with a manual folding soft-top and will likely provide seating for only two passengers. Fiat’s styling director Roberto Giolito has previously stated that the car would remain simple and affordable, and that recent advances in fabric roof design will remove some off the perceived drawbacks. The included computer generated renderings give a good indication as to what the final version could look like, but we’ll have to wait until the car’s reveal next week to see the final result.
Engine options will likely remain the same as the hardtop, which means the 70hp (52kW) 1.2L and 100hp (75kW) 1.4L petrol engines and the ultra-efficient 75hp (56kW) 1.3L Multijet diesel will carry over.
To see the world premiere of the car, check out our previous story about a new preview website by clicking here.
2010 Fiat 500 Cabrio spy shots
Fiat 500 cabrio and wagon renderings
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Meet the top commenters on the LeaderboardBy Gus #1, Posted: 5/20/2008
Yes, but can a man drive one of these?
I guess if he can drive a VW Beetle convertible...
By Andrew #2, Posted: 9/8/2008
It doesn't look like a cabrio, it looks like a full length role back sunroof. The doors still have full frames, the C pillar is still in place and if you look inside you can still see the full B pillar where the seatbelts attach.
By NoNameDenton #3, Posted: 9/9/2008
So cute old gandmothers will try and pinch its "cheeks"
By NaBUru38 #4, Posted: 9/12/2008
Andrew, the B pillar may well be fake.
How does this compare to the Fiat Topolino?
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Will make a great Dodge
a dude could only drive this if on oliday in italia cruising about but i think the girls will go wild over this is soo cute. lol i sorta want my daughter to want one so i can get it for her.
i realise the bad grammer in my last comment i was in a rush haha
Well azlan if it does become a Dodge, will probably look very different
well i pray it doesn't.
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