Image Credit: Fiat.
Most electric vehicles that I have reviewed can hit sixty miles per hour before I've even finished saying "unnecessarily expensive insurance premium." But today, we're talking about something that won't hit sixty even if you drop it off the Burj Khalifa. Meet the updated Fiat Topolino - the adorable Italian "quadricycle" that's taking Europe by storm, and possibly, your local golf course next. I've been asking Fiat for two things since this little mouse debuted: more power and more colors. They listened with exactly one ear. We have a new color! I'll be over here half-celebrating with half a glass of prosecco, which feels appropriate for a car that is essentially half of a vehicle.
The big news, straight from the heart of Italy (or at least their marketing department), is the arrival of the "Corallo" shade. It's a vibrant, sun-kissed orange-red and it joins the existing "Verde Vita" green, meaning the Topolino family has doubled its palette from "one" to "two." Groundbreaking, I know. But honestly, it's hard to be grumpy at a car this cute. It's designed to turn dreary city streets into a playground, and with a 20% market share in the European quadricycle segment as of 2025, it seems people are more than happy to play along.
Image Credit: Fiat.
Under that Mediterranean tan, the Topolino is still the same masterclass in "less is more" - or simply "less." It's powered by a teensy-weensy 8-horsepower motor, and it has a 5.4 kWh battery that offers a range of about 46.6 miles. That's plenty of range for a trip to the bakery, the florist, and a very slow escape from an overly ambitious cyclist. You can charge it at home using a standard outlet in about four hours. Surprisingly, that's about the same amount of time it takes me to decide what to watch on Netflix.
Technologically speaking, Fiat did throw us a bone. They've swapped the old 3.5-inch screen for a much beefier 5.7-inch digital cluster. The total panel area is now 8.3 inches, making it much easier to read how fast you are NOT going. The graphics are simpler and friendlier, which is great because when you're maxing out at a top speed of 28 mph, you really don't want your car judging you with complex telemetry. It's all about the "joyful visual language" apparently. I think it is Italian for "don't worry, you'll get there eventually."
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Dimensionally, this thing is a dream for anyone who hates parallel parking - it's only 99.6 inches long. Inside, it's surprisingly airy thanks to massive glass surfaces and staggered seats that ensure you and your passenger aren't constantly knocking elbows. There's even 2.2 cubic feet of storage space inside, which is enough for a designer handbag or a very small, very confused dog.
Orders for this updated sunshine-on-wheels opened on February 13th, just in time for Valentine's Day. At a price point hovering around $11,500 to $12,000, it's a lot of money for a "car" that can't go on the highway, but it's a bargain for a lifestyle accessory that makes everyone smile. It's not the power upgrade I wanted, but it's the splash of color we probably deserve.
Image Credit: Fiat.
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