"An icon is not changed, it's renovated. We redesigned 1900 components, almost 40 percent of the total, but even more than before, it's a Fiat 500," Napolitano stated. "We worked on its design, ecology, infotainment, safety, and opened a new frontier in customization. Retail prices will be in line with current levels: in Italy these will start at 13,500 euros. Sales will begin in Italy immediately, then in Germany, France, Belgium, Austria, and Switzerland. The right-side steering wheel will follow in September, alongside full worldwide roll-out," he said. "I don't think the Fiat 500 has competitors. It's a unique car, and I don't mean to brag when I say that," Marchionne commented, adding "People buy it because it's a Fiat 500." Asked whether a 5-door model could be in the offing, Marchionne replied: "There's room for that too. It's clear that widening the available options has an impact on models in other segments." (AGI)