Fiat

Fiat 500

Price $15,995 – $27,995
Fuel consumption 4.9 – 7.1 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 60%(view ratings)
The Fiat 500 is a subcompact hatchback that relies on its Italian styling and tiny size to appeal to fashion-conscious fans of frugal driving. The Fiat 500 is ostensibly a four-seater, but does much better with two passengers inside its small cabin. Available in both coupe and convertible body styles, the base 500 is motivated by a 101 horsepower, 1.4-liter, four-cylinder engine that also generates 98 lb-ft of torque, and it features the choice between either a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. Also available in Abarth trim with 160 horsepower and very interesting performance characteristics. New for 2013 is the 500 Turbo with 135 horsepower.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 60%
Driving 7/10
Safety 7/10
Interior 7/10
Reliability 2/10
Winter driving 6/10
Comfort 7/10

What's new in 2013

N/A

Pros

  • Audacious look
  • Highly customizable interior
  • $2,500 discount...
  • Good cargo space

Cons

  • Very average soundproofing
  • One of the smallest companies on the market
  • Gas guzzler despite being under-powered
  • No keyless ignition
  • Neutral driving experience

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