Fiat has launched the Topolino in the UK, an electric quadricycle that reinterprets the Citroën Ami with a retro Italian design. Its price of £8,995 makes it an affordable option for the city. However, its limited top speed and reduced range restrict it to short urban trips. It is not a car for long journeys or highways, but rather a stylish mobility solution for daily life in dense environments.
Modest technology: just enough to get around the city 🛵
The Topolino shares its platform and mechanics with the Ami. It mounts an 8 HP (6 kW) motor and a 5.5 kWh battery, giving it a range of 75 kilometers. Its top speed is limited to 45 km/h, classifying it as a light quadricycle. It recharges in 4 hours from a household outlet. It lacks advanced assistance systems, a touchscreen, or air conditioning. It is a functional and basic vehicle, designed exclusively for urban micromobility without technological pretensions.
The Fiat Topolino: perfect for going to get bread (if the bakery is two streets away) 🍞
With its adorable look and Italian touch, the Topolino is the king of trips under 10 kilometers. But be careful, don't even think about a weekend getaway, because at 45 km/h you would arrive at the neighboring town just in time for Sunday dinner. It is the ideal car to feel cool while an electric scooter overtakes you. At least, if you run out of battery, you can push it without breaking a sweat.