Fiat unveils Multiplay electric concept with sliding rear for minivan or pickup use
By Eve
Fiat has presented the Multiplay concept, a fully electric vehicle with a sliding rear section that converts between a six seat minivan and a four seat compact pickup. The concept, shown without powertrain details, aims to replace multiple family vehicles with one adaptable platform. Fiat has not disclosed production plans or charging specifications.
Why it matters
A production version could create demand for flexible charging infrastructure at mixed use sites, particularly where family and light commercial users overlap, though the concept stage means no immediate procurement impact.
Source
- Original title
- [FR] “Le Fiat Multipla de retour au format 100% électrique”
- Published
- 18 October 2026
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- Electric Vehicles
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- Italy
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- Fiat
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