Fiat 500C: 2009 Geneva Motor Show preview (photos)

Fiat Group has released a batch of photos previewing the retractable soft-topped Fiat 500C.

Antuan Goodwin

July 29, 2009 4:31 p.m. PT

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Similar dimension

With the top up, the 500C is nearly indiscernible from its hard-topped brethren.

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With the top down, the 500C gives passengers most of the open air experience they expect from a convertible.

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The 500C's soft top leaves the B and C pillars intact, a design that offers next to zero compromise for trunk space.

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Despite its small footprint, the 500C seats four. Although, we're not 100% sure how comfortable those backseat passengers will be.

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The extra light provided by the open cabin illuminates the 500C's absolutely beautiful interior design.

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The new Fiat 500C will be unveiled at the 2009 International Motor Show in Geneva, and launched throughout Europe in the spring.