Stellantis plans to move many European electric models to LFP batteries in 2027, with no price cuts announced
By Eve
According to Numerama, in an article published on 30 October 2026, Stellantis chief executive Antonio Filosa said at the 28 October results presentation that many European electric models would switch to LFP (lithium iron phosphate) batteries in 2027. No full model list, brand breakdown or French dealer timing was given, and Frandroid's 2 November report simply relays Numerama. Stellantis's financial release confirms the results date but does not reproduce the LFP statement, and no priced reduction has been announced.
Why it matters
A wider shift to LFP could lower vehicle costs and change the charging profile of future Stellantis fleets, which matters for fleet and CPO planning. With the claim resting on a single report and no models, prices or dates confirmed, procurement teams should treat it as a signal to monitor rather than a basis for commitments.
Source
- Original title
- [FR] “Peugeot, Citroën, Fiat : vos prochaines voitures électriques pourraient coûter beaucoup moins cher”
- Published
- 3 November 2026
- Updated
- 4 November 2026
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- Topic
- Electric Vehicles
- Place
- France
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- Peugeot · Citroën · Fiat · Stellantis
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