Fiat

Fiat 500

Price $22,495 – $32,495
Fuel consumption 7.0 – 8.4 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 65%(view ratings)
The little Fiat hatchback or cabriolet should soon be completely redesigned. In 2018 it offers a new 165-horsepower turbo engine and the choice between a manual and an automatic transmission, while the 500 Abarth version comes with 157 to 160 horsepower. A Uconnect infotainment system with a five-inch screen is standard, as is Bluetooth connectivity, while a navigation system and a sunroof are available on the options list.

Detailed ratings

Global rating
The Car Guide rating 65%
Fuel economy 7/10
Reliability 1/10
Safety 7/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 7/10
Overall 6/10
Sport cars under $50,000
The Car Guide rating 61%
Fuel economy 7/10
Reliability 1/10
Safety 7/10
Infotainment 7/10
Driving 7/10
Overall 5/10

What's new in 2018

N/A

Pros

  • Eye-catching style
  • Interesting interior design
  • Sharp performance (Abarth)
  • Pleasant convertible version
  • Irresistible charm

Cons

  • High price
  • High fuel consumption with automatic gearbox
  • Limited visibility (especially the 500c)
  • Reliability needs improvement
  • Tight rear seats

Recalls

none