Upon taking over Chrysler in 2009, Sergio Marchionne detailed the next several years’ worth of product plans for the new Fiat and Chrysler family, including a B-segment car as well as a C-segment model that would rival the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra and Ford Focus.
However, speaking at the 2011 New York Auto Show, Chrysler/Lancia brand president Olivier François said both projects won't get the green light.
But while Chrysler will stay put, Dodge's compact lineup will likely receive a much-needed boost as the mediocre Caliber gives way to its successor. President Ralph Gilles promised that the new Dodge sedan will be “very competitive” and fuel-efficient.
As for the sub-compact car, the decision makes absolute sense with the Fiat 500 now available in North America. Car and Driver reports that the vehicle would have been a rebadged version of the newly-launched Lancia Ypsilon.
Source : Car and Driver
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| Lancia Ypsilon (Photo: Fiat) |
However, speaking at the 2011 New York Auto Show, Chrysler/Lancia brand president Olivier François said both projects won't get the green light.
But while Chrysler will stay put, Dodge's compact lineup will likely receive a much-needed boost as the mediocre Caliber gives way to its successor. President Ralph Gilles promised that the new Dodge sedan will be “very competitive” and fuel-efficient.
As for the sub-compact car, the decision makes absolute sense with the Fiat 500 now available in North America. Car and Driver reports that the vehicle would have been a rebadged version of the newly-launched Lancia Ypsilon.
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| Lancia Ypsilon (Photo: Fiat) |
Source : Car and Driver