Production Halted for Turkey’s Best-Selling Car

Production Halted for Turkey's Best-Selling Car - AutonoumNews
Production Halted for Turkey's Best-Selling Car - AutonoumNews

Fiat Egea production has officially ended at Tofaş’s factory in Bursa, Turkey. The final car has rolled off the assembly line, closing an 11-year production run that began in 2015. Production had initially been scheduled to end in 2025, but adjustments to the manufacturing timetable extended it until June 30, 2026.

What was the final Fiat Egea edition?

To mark the end of production, Fiat offered a final batch called the Egea Cross Limited Legend Series. The edition was limited to 100 vehicles, each carrying an individual production number. Fiat priced the top-trim model at 1,999,900 Turkish lira.

How many Fiat Egea cars did Tofaş produce?

Tofaş built approximately 1.4 million Fiat Egea vehicles at its Bursa facility over 11 years. The model attracted private buyers as well as fleet operators and taxi businesses. It also ranked as Turkey’s best-selling car for much of its time on the market.

What happens to the Bursa factory after Egea?

With Egea production complete, Tofaş plans to use its Bursa production lines for new projects within the Stellantis group. The factory is expected to focus on vehicles based on the K0 platform, including next-generation commercial and passenger cars, as well as hybrid and electric models.

Fiat Egea production at a glance

Production location: Tofaş factory, Bursa, Türkiye. Production period: 2015–June 30, 2026. Total output: approximately 1.4 million vehicles. Final edition: Egea Cross Limited Legend Series, limited to 100 units. Listed price: 1,999,900 Turkish lira.

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