Technical Fiat 500e USA to Europe modifications?

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Technical Fiat 500e USA to Europe modifications?

Tomadam

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Hello.
I need to change the head lights/tail lights in Europe? Or any other changes? Thanks!
 
I own a US 500e, but I don't live in Europe. This model uses the Abarth LCD screen part, so it's a few buttons to switch from mph to km/h. If you're in a country that uses miles, then you're stuck with Fahrenheit on the thermostat.

The 500e also uses the Type 1 J1772 plug vs the Type 2 (Mennekes) plug. You'll need to buy a cable that is Type 2 on one end and Type 1 on the other end if you want to use public charging stations. The included EVSE will work properly with European mains as long as you have the appropriate plug adapter with ground.

The radio uses Sirius XM (useless in Europe) and standard North American frequency offsets and whatnot. You'll probably want to replace that with something aftermarket or a local radio.

A variety of parts use different connectors between the US and Europe, including the tail lights and rear blinkers, but my understanding is that it's mostly street legal already in the Europe with some minor modifications, such as covering the rear wheel well reflectors.
 
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