Fiat’s Topolino hits the road in the UK priced from £8,995

Fiat’s Topolino has gone on sale in the UK with a starting price of £8,995.

The electric quadricycle – which is based on the same platform as Citroen’s Ami – has been designed to pay homage to the original 500 Topolino, which was produced between 1936 and 1955.

The new electric incarnation uses a 6kW motor and a compact battery to deliver a range of up to 46 miles, while a top speed of 28mph means it’s focused primarily on urban or city use.

Despite its compact size, the Topolino offers up to 63 litres of space, while a ‘Dolce Vita Box’ sees a fabric-topped compartment located on the top of the dashboard. There’s space for two inside, too, while a handy smartphone mount means that it’s easy to view smartphone mapping services while you’re on the move. Underneath, a simple three-button gear selector should help to make swapping between gears easier.

Kris Cholmondeley, managing director of Fiat UK, said: “Topolino is an important part of Fiat’s sustainable micromobility strategy, delivering simple, accessible urban mobility.

“It offers a practical solution for short journeys, leisure use and city environments, while fully embracing Fiat’s values of joy, simplicity and fun.”

Like the Citroen, the Fiat gets fully functioning doors and an enclosed design that will help protect occupants from the elements.

The new Fiat Topolino will be available through ‘selected retailers’ in the UK.