Fiat Multiplay concept turns a six-seat car into a two-bike pickup

Fiat stunned visitors at the Paris Motor Show 2026 with a bold idea for family cars: the Multiplay concept, a compact 4.45-meter vehicle that can morph between a six-seat family setup and a four-seat pickup with an open cargo bed. The trick lies in a rear section built around the C-Pillar “Metamorfosi” architecture, which slides along guided tracks to reconfigure the space.

In its default form, Multiplay seats six and packs surprisingly flexible cargo space. When you need to haul bikes or bulky gear, you slide the rear module forward and the car instantly becomes a pickup with a loading area behind the cabin.

Fiat’s design isn’t just about a bigger trunk. The rear spoiler folds into a two-bike rack, so you can carry bicycles without attaching extra equipment. Inside, Fiat introduces a modular interior concept called the Petsenger seat, which can hold a child seat, accommodate a pet, serve as a small table, or act as extra storage. A portion of the cushion can detach and function as a dog leash, and a fold-out bowl is tucked into the door for pets on the go.

A further clever touch is the Sunseat feature, which lets the front passenger rotate to face backward when the car is parked, turning the cabin into a lounge beneath a large glass roof. Fiat also places the main display out of sight when the vehicle is off, hiding it behind the dashboard for a cleaner look. Waterproof materials line areas likely to see kids and pets, emphasizing practicality for everyday life.

Power and production details are absent. Fiat describes Multiplay as a “laboratory” for ideas that could appear in future family cars, but no engine, drivetrain, range, price, or production timetable has been announced.