2019 Fiat 500 review
Fiat 500 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Compact for effortless parking
- Nostalgia look
- Upgraded horsepower
Cons
- Lackluster fuel efficiency despite sluggish acceleration
- Constricted interior space in the rear
- Limited rear visibility with the top down
Mileage (EPA estimate)
24 city, 32 highway, 27 combined
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Compact daily with retro styling
The 2019 Fiat 500 is compact with ample leg room for the front passengers, making it a comfortable ride for the driver. The car has a lightweight body and upgraded horsepower, making it easy to speed up on on-ramps, when changing lanes, and if you’re able to take the five-speed manual up to task on highways. The four-cylinder engine equipped with Fiat’s MultiAir technology allows for improved performance and the car’s small size makes it a breeze for parking.
All Fiat 500 years
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What is new for the 2019 Fiat 500?
- The 500 is available in a new trim called the Retro.
- 500 trims have been upgraded with Skylight(s) and Automatic Transmission as standard equipment this year.
- Full Roof Rack and Tow Hitch features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Abarth trim now comes with Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
2019 Fiat 500 trims
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- 160-hp, 170-lb-ft of torque 1.4L
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Mirrors
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
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Lounge:
- Includes all features available on the Abarth
- 135-hp, 150-lb-ft of torque 1.4L
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Skylights
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Pop:
- Includes all features available on the Lounge
- No significant upgrades found on the Pop
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Retro:
- Includes all features available on the Pop
- No significant upgrades found on the Retro
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5 reasons to buy the 2019 Fiat 500
1. Comfortable front seats
For a compact car, this two-door hatchback has a relatively roomy front seat area. It’s great if you only want to take your partner or one friend (or a pet) around town. The small backseat or limited trunk space are good excuses if you don't want to give rides to more than one friend or help them move.
2. Special throwback packages
Look out for the 1957 Edition package on the Retro trim that features retro paint colors, two-tone wheels, more chrome, and retro-looking Fiat badges throughout. Optional features include two-tone door panels, a white steering wheel and console, and a white hardtop. If you're looking for a speedy car that gets double-takes while you're waiting at a red light, you'll love this Retro style.
3. Power bump
In the Pop and Lounge models of the 2019 Fiat 500, the engine roars out 135 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque for a nice little get-up-and-go. Abarth models have a little power bump to 160 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque. Any of these versions are very responsive and easy to work your way out of traffic with this compact zippy car.
4. Fun for hot hatch enthusiasts
If you’re looking for a hot hatch that performs well and is easy to maneuver quickly, while delivering a rumbling exhaust sound, you’ll love the Abarth version of the 2019 Fiat 500. The 2019 Fiat 500 is available in the following trims: Pop, Lounge, Retro, and Abarth. It's a cheeky ride with a cutesy, unique look to a car that can leave plenty of others in the dust.
5. Browse several trims
Opt for the Lounge trim to get features such as automatic climate control, buttery leather upholstery, rear parking sensors, and oh-so-comfortable heated front seats. If you're looking for a manual transmission, check out the Pop Hatch or Abarth Hatch, or nab a convertible top with the Cabrio versions.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Fiat 500 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Fiat 500 18th out of 27 among Subcompact Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Fiat 500 is $448, compared to an average of $447 for Subcompact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Fiat 500 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.0 times per year, compared to an average of 1.0 times for Subcompact Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 11% for the Fiat 500, compared to an average of 11% for Subcompact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Fiat 500 features and specs
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Lounge 2WD 2D Hatchback
Standard Features
- Heated Mirrors
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Skylight(s)
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Manual Transmission
- Automatic Transmission
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Alpine Sound System
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof(s)
- Beats Audio System
- Navigation System
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.4L
Horsepower
135
Torque (ft-lbs)
150
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
10.5
Wheelbase
90.6"
Overall length
139.6"
Width
64.1"
Height
59.8"
Leg room
F 40.7"/R 31.7"
Head room
F 38.9"/R 35.6"
Front tires
P195/45HR16
Rear tires
P195/45HR16
Seating capacity
4
Transmission
Automatic
2019 Fiat 500 FAQ
The 2019 Fiat 500 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Lounge: 24 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- Abarth: 28 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Retro: 24 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- Pop: 28 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
The Fiat 500 received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Fiat 500 as 17 out of 27 among Subcompact Car
The 2019 Fiat 500 has received an average 4.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2019 Fiat 500, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2019 Fiat 500 Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2019 Fiat 500:
- Retro
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Heated Mirrors
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
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