According to several news agencies, Fiat is launching a new four-door vehicle next summer.

The reports show that the new 500L hatchback is a model that will be spun off from the Fiat 500 equipped with the same grinning air intake and perky-looking headlights, experts say.

Specialists have also reported that these vehicles will be equipped with a five-inch touch-screen infotainment system. The vehicle is also equipped with sunroof, nine options for seat trim, rear view cameras and two different options of roof color.

The interior of the new model will be equipped with plastic, which could be a throwback to some consumers.  Specialists say that, unlike other Fiat vehicles, these cars will be manufactured in Serbia. The same facility that built Yugos in the past will be now building the new 500L.

This new model is poised to compete with the new Nissan Juke, Kia Soul, Scion xB and Mini Countryman.

For more on this new model and how the automaker hopes to introduce a powerful and efficient hatchback to American drivers, click here to read the full review.