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December 15, 2014
Geneva Dispatch | Fiat
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Geneva Motor Show: On-Site Report
Bigger, But Just as Cute
Unveiled at the Geneva Motor ShowFiat 500LThe Fiat 500L was announced to be released in Europe at this motor show. Many will surely be waiting for its release in Japan, given how practical this model appears.
Text by SATO Takeshi
Photographs by MOCHIZUKI Hirohiko
The Bigger Fiat 500
Right now, car manufacturers producing compact cars must be envying the MINI brand. Despite their small size, their profit margins are large, and variations are constantly increasing. Ah, if only we had a car like MINI...
So, with that in mind, Fiat introduced the Fiat 500. And they've followed the strategy of increasing variations. That's the Fiat 500L, unveiled at Geneva.The Standard Fiat 500The body size, approximately 60cm longer and 15cm taller than the standard model, offers ample space.MINI Crossover(MINI Countryman in Europe). However, despite its increased size, the Fiat 500's characteristic cuteness has been well preserved. Fiat's design department did a great job here.
There are three engine options: a 0.9-liter two-cylinder, a 1.4-liter four-cylinder, and a 1.3-liter four-cylinder diesel. While only its European release has been announced so far, there are surely those who would welcome this practical model in Japan.

