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    Fiat 500 Review, For Sale, Colours, Interior, Specs & News

    The Fiat 500 was first introduced in 1957, lasting through until 1975 and the name didn't reappear until 2007 when the brand released this small hatchback.

    Similar to the Mini Cooper, the new Fiat 500 - priced from $19,550 to $24,250 - draws inspiration from the original but is bigger and better equipped. Trim levels for the Fiat 500 range from the base 500 Lounge, to the top of the range 500 Dolcevita.

    Two seems to be a popular number with the 500 as there are two engines, bodystyles and transmissions available for purchase.

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    Fiat 500 Models Price and Specs

    The price range for the Fiat 500 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $19,550 and going to $24,250 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

    Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
    2022 Hatchback 1.2L, PULP, 5 SP MAN $19,550 $24,250
    2021 Hatchback 1.2L, PULP, 5 SP MAN $14,400 $25,410
    2020 Hatchback 1.2L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $13,500 $24,640
    2019 Hatchback 1.2L, PULP, 5 SP MAN $12,800 $24,310
    2019 Convertible 1.2L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $16,400 $28,380
    2018 Hatchback 1.2L, PULP, 5 SP MAN $11,800 $22,550
    2018 Convertible 1.2L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $15,000 $27,830
    See All Fiat 500 Pricing and Specs

    Fiat 500 Colours

    • Gelato White
    • Carrara Grey
    • Passione Red
    • Coral
    • Mint Milkshake
    • Vesuvio Black
    • Bordeaux
    • Pompei Grey
    • Colosseum Grey
    • Teal Blue
    • Italia Blue
    • Vanilla Ice-Cream
    To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Fiat 500 2019.

    Fiat 500 Q&As

    Check out real-world situations relating to the Fiat 500 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

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    Disclaimer: You acknowledge and agree that all answers are provided as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as bespoke advice. Carsguide is not liable for the accuracy of any information provided in the answers.

    Fiat 500 Interior

    • There's enough adjustment up front for the driver to get comfortable, and huge amounts of headroom on offer too. There's enough adjustment up front for the driver to get comfortable, and huge amounts of headroom on offer too.
    • The interior of the 500 is one of the most unique on the small car market. The interior of the 500 is one of the most unique on the small car market.
    • As expected, there wasn't much leg, knee, or headroom behind my own (180cm) driving position. As expected, there wasn't much leg, knee, or headroom behind my own (180cm) driving position.
    • Like the Fiat 500 Lounge that it's based on, the Anniversario gets a fixed moonroof. Like the Fiat 500 Lounge that it's based on, the Anniversario gets a fixed moonroof.
    • Some of the buttons across the cabin look like boiled sweets. Marvelous. Some of the buttons across the cabin look like boiled sweets. Marvelous.
    • The gear lever to the single-clutch automated manual is perched up on the dashboard in order to maximise floor space. The gear lever to the single-clutch automated manual is perched up on the dashboard in order to maximise floor space.
    • The 1950's fridge-like door handles and 500 logos were neat touches that made the car feel unique. The 1950's fridge-like door handles and 500 logos were neat touches that made the car feel unique.
    • Spare room in the 500's glovebox is tiny, barely holding enough space for the owner's manual. Spare room in the 500's glovebox is tiny, barely holding enough space for the owner's manual.
    • A blend of darker, brighter, and softer colours make the Anniversario's cabin an interesting place to sit. A blend of darker, brighter, and softer colours make the Anniversario's cabin an interesting place to sit.
    • The 7.0-inch touchscreen is Android Auto/Apple CarPlay compatible and features a USB and aux input, sat-nav, DAB, and Bluetooth. The 7.0-inch touchscreen is Android Auto/Apple CarPlay compatible and features a USB and aux input, sat-nav, DAB, and Bluetooth.
    • While there are aux and USB inputs, there's isn't much space for your phone and iPod. Especially if you have drinks. While there are aux and USB inputs, there's isn't much space for your phone and iPod. Especially if you have drinks.
    Shown above are interior details for the Fiat 500 2018.

    Fiat 500 Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Fiat 500 Hatchback and Convertible vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

    Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
    2022 Hatchback 1488x1627x3571 mm 123 mm
    2021 Hatchback 1488x1627x3571 mm 123 mm
    2020 Hatchback 1488x1627x3571 mm —
    2019 Hatchback 1488x1627x3571 mm 115 mm
    2019 Convertible 1488x1627x3571 mm 130 mm
    2018 Hatchback 1488x1627x3571 mm 115 mm
    2018 Convertible 1488x1627x3571 mm 130 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Fiat 500 Dimensions

    Fiat 500 Wheel Size

    The Fiat 500 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 185x55 R15 for Hatchback in 2022.

    Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
    2022 Hatchback 185x55 R15 — 185x55 R15 —
    2021 Hatchback 185x55 R15 — 185x55 R15 —
    2020 Hatchback 185x55 R15 — 185x55 R15 —
    2019 Convertible 185x55 R15 15x6.5 inches 185x55 R15 15x6.5 inches
    2019 Hatchback 185x55 R15 15x6.5 inches 185x55 R15 15x6.5 inches
    2018 Convertible 185x55 R15 15x6.5 inches 185x55 R15 15x6.5 inches
    2018 Hatchback 185x55 R15 15x6.5 inches 185x55 R15 15x6.5 inches
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Fiat 500 Wheel Sizes

    Fiat 500 Fuel Consumption

    The Fiat 500 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP and ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 4.9L/100km for Hatchback /PULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.

    Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
    2022 Hatchback 4.9L/100km 1.2L PULP 5 SP MAN
    2021 Hatchback 4.9L/100km 1.2L PULP 5 SP MAN
    2021 Hatchback 4.9L/100km 1.2L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2020 Hatchback 4.9L/100km 1.2L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2019 Convertible 4.9L/100km 1.2L PULP 6 SP MAN
    2019 Hatchback 4.9L/100km 1.2L PULP 5 SP MAN
    2019 Hatchback 4.9L/100km 1.2L ULP 5 SP MAN
    2018 Convertible 4.9L/100km 1.2L PULP 6 SP MAN
    2018 Hatchback 4.9L/100km 1.2L PULP 5 SP MAN
    * Combined fuel consumption See All Fiat 500 Pricing and Specs for 2022

    Fiat 500 Seats

    The following Fiat 500 comes with four seats. The Lounge variant is available with the choice of either Prince of Wales Check with Black Ambience fabric or Prince of Wales Check with Ivory Ambience. The Club variant comes with either Black fabric seats with White leather trim or White fabric seats with Black leather as standard. As an option, the Club is also available with Black leather with ivory inserts seat trim.

    Fiat 500 Seats
    Shown above are seat details for the Fiat 500 2019.

    Fiat 500 Towing Capacity

    The Fiat 500 has maximum towing capacity of 800kg for the latest model available.

    Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
    2022 Hatchback 800kg 800kg
    2021 Hatchback 800kg 800kg
    2020 Hatchback 800kg 800kg
    2019 Convertible 800kg 800kg
    2019 Hatchback 800kg 800kg
    2018 Convertible 800kg 800kg
    2018 Hatchback 800kg 800kg
    See All Towing Capacity for Fiat 500

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