The Fiat 500e Giorgio Armani Collector’s Edition is based on the standard Fiat 500e‘s body and cabin, while adding exclusive visual and interior elements. Recently, we had a chance to experience its unique features in the Greige Metallic color, and here is what we found.
Design
The exterior of the Fiat 500e Giorgio Armani Collector’s Edition follows a monochromatic approach with two exclusive paint finishes developed for this edition: Green Metallic and Greige Metallic.
At the front, the Armani Edition looks identical to the standard 500e, featuring the bug-eye headlamps and a detailed body-colored mesh grille at the lower fascia. It conveys liveliness in its exterior, mainly because of the smiling front.
The most interesting design element I find here is the split headlights, which are designed like eyes with eyelashes. The rounded hood goes well with characteristic circular elements on the front.
Moving to the sides, the Armani Edition is easy to distinguish thanks to unique 17-inch wheels featuring a large GA logo with a two-tone anodized finish. Looking closely at the rear glass, the designer’s signature can also be found, further differentiating this trim.
The 500e has flush door handles, a feature I almost always appreciate for improved aerodynamics, but I wish they were just as convenient as stylish as they look. They’re fixed units that need to be operated by a discreetly located button underneath, and I think pull-type units would’ve been more practical in everyday use.
At the rear, the design remains identical across all trims, with the paint color being the only visual cue separating the Collector’s Edition from other models.
Interior
Getting inside, the cabin features materials and detailing inspired by Armani/Casa and Giorgio Armani fashion collections, with interior colors matched to the exclusive exterior paint options selected. Giorgio Armani logos appear on the front-seat headrests, dashboard, and interior door panels for designer branding.
The seats use tone-on-tone eco-leather with chevron stitching and three-dimensional inserts, with embroidered detailing applied across multiple cabin surfaces. The dashboard includes a laser-cut insert designed to resemble woodgrain while retaining a fabric-like texture.
The round 7-inch digital instrument cluster reminded me of the style of the 1957 500, and was easy to use. The rectangular display in the center is a 10.25-inch HD touchscreen for the UConnect 5 infotainment system, which offers wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, navigation, “Hey Fiat”-enabled natural voice commands, along with a wireless charging pad besides it.
Experience in the 500e
The Fiat 500e, considering its size, has a long wheelbase. However, as a six-foot tall person, I felt it was surprisingly easy to get in and out of the cabin. Before the curvaceous dashboard and its reductive design caught my attention, I was busy checking out the various adjustments on the driver’s seat to get the right sitting position and maximize space.
The headroom was ample, with my head clear of the headliner, while the legroom allowed me to find a comfortable driving position. Based on the wider body, I anticipated ample shoulder room in the front, and upon checking, I discovered that the large windows also contribute to an airy feel and good all-around visibility. As for under-thigh support, it felt good during my time with the car.
I think the inclusion of physical controls for essentials like the climate control system (switches below the central AC vents) and audio volume (a knurl on the floor console) will be helpful to many new American and Canadian drivers who’ll be using this as their first car.
As I tried to get out of the vehicle, I noticed a nice easter egg in the door pockets, which was the silhouette of the original 500 embossed along with a “Made in Torino” inscription. What quickly followed was a slight disappointment, seeing a button instead of a handle to open the door. Thankfully, there is a lever that can be pulled to open the door in case of an emergency.
While it is present, I don’t see the rear seat coming into play for a car of this size, and it’s best that it is folded down to expand cargo.
Specifications
Powering the Fiat 500e is a front-mounted electric motor producing 117 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent only to the front wheels, allowing the car to accelerate from 0-30 mph in under three seconds.
The 42 kWh battery delivers a combined driving range of up to 149 miles. DC fast charging can add up to 31 miles of range in five minutes, while charging from 0-80 percent takes approximately 35 minutes. Level 2 charging at speeds of up to 11 kW enables a full charge in 6 hours.
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Price & Release Date
Fiat has not officially released pricing or dealership availability details for the 500e for the 2026 model year. For reference, the 2025 Fiat 500e carries a starting price (MSRP) of USD 30,500 for the Inspi(red) trim, USD 32,750 for the Icona, and USD 35,500 for the Giorgio Armani Collector’s Edition.
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In Canada, the 2025 Fiat 500e can be configured online with a Giorgio Armani package which costs CAD 6,000, taking the car’s price to CAD 42,460 (base MSRP).
An automobile engineer by training, I’ve analyzed the global car market since 2005, with a keen focus on EVs since 2008. My journey in online automotive publishing spans 17 years, during which I have reviewed cutting-edge automotive technologies and interviewed leading global CEOs and vehicle developers.
