Since last week’s surprising news of the deal between Fiat and Chrysler, speculation has been brewing on the topic of which models would come to America.
Sources tell Tuned that a total of seven models will be brought over; 4 under the Chrysler badge and another three to be determined between Alfa Romeo and Fiat.
Fiat plans to build their North American lineup in the Toluca, Mexico assembly plant in order to fill in gaps in their vehicle lineup. The way of the future seems to be more compact and fuel friendly cars like the Fiat 500, which could hit shores as early as 2012.
Chrysler also is reported to gain exclusive rights to produce the compact 1.4 liter and 1.8 liter four cylinder engines equipped with direct injection and will all meet the new U.S. fuel economy standards which are set for introduction in 2011. In trade, Fiat would have access to Chrysler’s newest toy, the V6 Phoenix engine.

All things aside, this deal should solidify both manufacturers for the future and will give Fiat a 35% stake in Chrysler along with access to the U.S. market with the main tool being Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep dealers accross North America.