What Car Companies Does Fiat Own? (Full Stellantis Brand List 2026)
Fiat is not independent — it’s one of 14 Stellantis brands, formed in January 2021 when Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) merged with France’s PSA Group. Stellantis’ lineup spans luxury (Maserati), premium (Alfa Romeo, DS, Lancia), global SUV (Jeep), American (Dodge, Ram, Chrysler), and European (Abarth, Citroën, Fiat, Opel, Peugeot, Vauxhall) segments. Ferrari is not owned by Stellantis — it’s been an independent public company since 2015.
Introduction to Fiat’s Brand Legacy
Fiat was founded in 1899 in Turin, Italy, making it one of the oldest automakers in the world. Over more than a century, Fiat grew from a single Italian car company into a global automotive conglomerate through acquisitions of Alfa Romeo (1986), Lancia (1969), Maserati (1993), and ultimately Chrysler (2009). The final transformation came in January 2021, when Fiat Chrysler Automobiles merged with France’s PSA Group to create Stellantis — now the fourth-largest automaker by volume globally.
Fiat to Stellantis: Corporate History
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1899 | Fiat founded in Turin, Italy |
| 1969 | Fiat acquires Lancia |
| 1986 | Fiat acquires Alfa Romeo |
| 1993 | Fiat acquires majority stake in Maserati |
| 2009 | Fiat acquires Chrysler (then bankrupt); gains Dodge, Jeep, Ram brands |
| 2014 | Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) formed as unified holding company |
| 2015 | Ferrari IPO — becomes fully independent; no longer part of Fiat group |
| 2021 (Jan) | FCA merges with PSA Group → Stellantis formed; gains Peugeot, Citroën, DS, Opel, Vauxhall |
What Car Companies Does Fiat (Stellantis) Own?
As of 2026, Stellantis — the corporate parent of Fiat — owns the following 14 car brands, organized by market segment:
| Brand | Segment | Origin | Known For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maserati | Luxury | Italy | Luxury sports cars and SUVs; GranTurismo, Levante, Grecale |
| Alfa Romeo | Premium | Italy | Performance sedans and SUVs; Giulia, Stelvio, Tonale |
| DS Automobiles | Premium | France | French luxury vehicles; upmarket Citroën spinoff |
| Lancia | Premium | Italy | Revived European premium brand; Ypsilon flagship |
| Jeep | Global SUV | USA | Off-road SUVs sold in 140+ countries; Wrangler, Grand Cherokee |
| Dodge | American | USA | Performance muscle cars; Charger, Challenger heritage |
| Ram | American | USA | Full-size pickup trucks; Ram 1500, 2500, ProMaster |
| Chrysler | American | USA | Minivans and family vehicles; Pacifica |
| Abarth | European | Italy | High-performance compact cars; tuned Fiat 500 |
| Citroën | European | France | Mainstream European cars; known for comfort suspension |
| Fiat | European | Italy | City cars and compact vehicles; 500, Panda |
| Opel | European | Germany | Mainstream European brand (sold as Vauxhall in UK) |
| Peugeot | European | France | Mainstream European brand; 208, 308, 3008 |
| Vauxhall | European | UK | UK market version of Opel; Corsa, Astra, Mokka |
Fiat’s Core Italian Brands
Within Stellantis’s European portfolio, four brands trace their roots directly to Italy: Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Abarth, and Lancia.
Fiat remains the entry-level volume brand — the Fiat 500 and Panda are among Europe’s bestselling city cars. Alfa Romeo is positioned as a premium performance brand, competing with BMW and Audi with the Giulia sedan and Stelvio SUV. Abarth is the performance sub-brand, producing tuned and track-focused versions of Fiat vehicles with a racing heritage dating back to Carlo Abarth’s competition cars of the 1950s. Lancia was relaunched in 2023 as Stellantis’s Italian premium brand, currently focused on the European market with the Ypsilon as its flagship model.
Fiat’s Expansion to American Markets
Fiat’s biggest single acquisition was Chrysler in 2009, when Chrysler filed for bankruptcy and Fiat took a majority stake as part of the US government’s restructuring plan. This brought four major American brands under the Fiat umbrella:
- Chrysler: Known for the Pacifica minivan — the family vehicle brand of the group
- Dodge: The performance and muscle car brand; home of the Charger and Challenger heritage, now transitioning to EV performance with the Charger Daytona
- Jeep: Stellantis’s most globally profitable brand — the Wrangler and Grand Cherokee are sold in over 140 countries and account for a significant share of Stellantis’s total revenue
- Ram: Full-size and heavy-duty pickup trucks competing directly with Ford F-Series and Chevrolet Silverado; also produces the ProMaster commercial van
Fiat’s Luxury and Performance Divisions
Maserati is Stellantis’s sole luxury brand, producing high-end GT cars and SUVs. The current lineup includes the GranTurismo, Grancabrio, Levante, Ghibli, and Grecale. Maserati operates with significant autonomy within Stellantis and has been repositioning toward full electrification.
Ferrari is not owned by Fiat or Stellantis. Ferrari completed its IPO in October 2015 and became a fully independent publicly traded company. The Agnelli family (through Exor holding company) owns approximately 24% of Ferrari, but Ferrari has its own independent management and is listed separately on the New York Stock Exchange and Euronext Milan. It operates completely outside of Stellantis and makes its own product, technology, and business decisions independently.
Commercial and Professional Vehicles
Stellantis operates a dedicated commercial vehicle division that includes Fiat Professional (light commercial vans and trucks), Ram ProMaster (US market commercial vans), Citroën Dispatch, Peugeot Expert, and Opel/Vauxhall Vivaro. These brands collectively make Stellantis one of the largest commercial vehicle manufacturers in Europe and North America.
Understanding Stellantis
Stellantis was formed on January 16, 2021 when Fiat Chrysler Automobiles merged with PSA Group in an all-share merger of equals. The name “Stellantis” derives from the Latin verb stello (to brighten with stars). Headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, Stellantis sells vehicles in 130+ countries and has manufacturing operations across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia-Pacific. It is currently the 4th-largest automaker by global sales volume, behind Toyota, Volkswagen Group (which owns Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini — see our guide on who manufactures Audi cars), and Hyundai-Kia.
Global Influence and Operations
Stellantis operates manufacturing plants in 30+ countries. Its biggest markets are the United States (driven by Jeep, Ram, and Dodge), France (Peugeot and Citroën), Italy (Fiat and Alfa Romeo), and Germany (Opel). The group has committed to full electrification across all 14 brands by the early 2030s, with significant investment in EV platforms, battery gigafactories, and software-defined vehicle technology.
The Future of Fiat and Its Brands
Stellantis has committed to an aggressive electrification roadmap — all 14 brands will offer fully electric models by the early 2030s. Fiat launched the electric 500e in 2020. Dodge introduced the electric Charger Daytona in 2024. Jeep and Ram have EV versions of their flagship models. Alfa Romeo has committed to becoming fully electric by 2027 with the Junior electric crossover leading the transition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fiat own Ferrari?
No. Ferrari became a fully independent publicly traded company in October 2015 when it completed its IPO. Ferrari is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and Euronext Milan and operates completely independently of Fiat and Stellantis. The Agnelli family holds approximately 24% of Ferrari through their Exor holding company, but Ferrari is not part of Stellantis.
What is the difference between Fiat and Stellantis?
Fiat is a car brand — the original Italian automaker founded in 1899 that makes city cars like the Fiat 500 and Panda. Stellantis is the corporate parent company that owns Fiat along with 13 other car brands. Stellantis was created in January 2021 from the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and PSA Group.
Does Fiat own Jeep?
Yes — through Stellantis. Jeep became part of the Fiat family when Fiat acquired Chrysler in 2009. Jeep is now Stellantis’s most globally important and profitable brand, sold in over 140 countries.
Does Fiat own Peugeot?
Yes — through Stellantis. Peugeot was part of the PSA Group, which merged with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in January 2021 to create Stellantis. Peugeot is now one of Stellantis’s 14 brands, alongside Citroën, DS, Opel, and Vauxhall from the former PSA side.
How many brands does Stellantis own?
Stellantis owns 14 car brands as of 2026: Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall.
