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During the 2026 Paris Motor Show, FIAT unveiled its latest model, Multiplay, showcasing a new approach to family mobility. The car unveiled on October 11th, 2026, boasts the character of an SUV, the functionality of a pick-up and the space of an MPV.
C-Pillar Metamorfosi flexible architecture for family vehicles
FIAT Multiplay is 4.45 meters long, featuring the C-Pillar Metamorfosi architecture defined by a mobile rear module that allows the vehicle to switch from a 6+1 family configuration to a four-seat pick-up with an open bed.
Envisioned as a solution for future mobility rather than a specific product, the concept was presented by Arnaud Belloni, CEO of FIAT, and Olivier Francois, Company Strategic Advisor for Stellantis. The car addresses the changing requirements of a family car during the day. Between work, school and other activities, the family car changes space and cargo capacity throughout the same day.
From a 6+1 family set-up to a four-seat pick-up in a second
To meet these changing requirements, the Multiplay employs the C-Pillar Metamorfosi architecture that allows the rear module to slide along dedicated guides. This configuration enables the vehicle to switch from a family vehicle accommodating 7 members to a four-seat pick-up.
In the original configuration, the car offers six seats plus a flexible element called the Petsenger seat. In the pick-up configuration, the four seats are paired with an open bed for bicycles and other outdoor equipment. The Multiplay’s cargo capacity can be expanded to include up to two bicycles in just a few seconds.
The many uses of a Petsenger seat
The Petsenger seat has a multitude of uses: apart from housing pets, it can be turned into a mounting point for a child car seat, a small table or a storage compartment. The outer section of the Petsenger seat cushion can be removed and used as a leash, while a folding feeding bowl is placed into the door compartment. Elastic bands, multifunctional elements and storage pockets complete the design.
The Sunseat chaise lounge
The rear compartment can seat up to two children or an adult, giving kids their own space while keeping parents nearby. The front passenger seat can transform into a lounge named the Sunseat. The Sunseat uses the dashboard as a backrest to create a chaise lounge beneath the panoramic roof. Here, the family can relax when the car is parked. Side windows, panoramic roof and large glass surfaces reinforce the focus on the outdoors.
Inspired by the Italian summer
The colour palette is inspired by the watermelon, evoking the summers in Italy. The green body mimics the rind, while the interior features pink and red tones. The materials range from a monomaterial textile with a non-stitched 3D knit to waterproof finishes in the kids’ and pet areas. The dashboard, inspired by the Mediterranean horizon, features a hidden display. The display is integrated into the dashboard and disappears when the car is switched off, leaving the environment clean and uncluttered.
Mulitply is presented at the Stellantis Night Before event on the opening day of the 2026 Motor Show, when Francois symbolically handed car keys to Belloni, marking a new chapter. According to Belloni, this new chapter will be focused on “space, versatility and the Italian character that makes FIAT instantly recognisable”.
