2023 Fiat 500
1. The traditional Fiat 500:
- Overview: Retro-inspired city car known for its iconic design, compact size, and playful personality.
- Available in two trim levels: Pop and Lounge.
- Powered by a 1.2L naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine with 69 horsepower or a 1.4L turbocharged four-cylinder with 100 horsepower.
- Five-speed Dualogic automated manual transmission for the 1.2L engine, six-speed automatic transmission for the 1.4L engine.
- Fuel economy: 47-51 mpg (combined) for the 1.2L engine, 34-38 mpg (combined) for the 1.4L engine.
- Features a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, panoramic sunroof (Lounge trim), and automatic climate control.
- Top safety features include automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and rear parking sensors.
2. The all-new electric Fiat 500e:
- Overview: Stylish and modern electric car offering zippy performance and emission-free driving.
- Available in three trim levels: Action, Icon, and La Prima.**
- Powered by a single electric motor producing either 87 horsepower (Action) or 117 horsepower (Icon and La Prima).
- Range: 84 miles (Action) or 130 miles (Icon and La Prima).
- Fast charging capability: Regain up to 80% charge in 35 minutes on a DC fast charger.
- Features a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with connected services, digital instrument cluster, and optional panoramic sunroof.
- Top safety features include automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring.
Specs:
- Engine (Gasoline)/Motor (Electric): 1.2L I4 (69 hp), 1.4L I4 (100 hp) / 87 hp or 117 hp
- Horsepower: 69 hp, 100 hp / 87 hp or 117 hp
- Transmission: 5-speed Dualogic (1.2L), 6-speed automatic (1.4L) / Single-speed automatic
- Fuel Economy (Gasoline)/Range (Electric): 47-51 mpg (combined), 34-38 mpg (combined) / 84 miles, 130 miles
- Seating Capacity: 4
- Cargo Space: 9.1 cubic feet (hatchback), 4.7 cubic feet (convertible with top up) / 9.5 cubic feet
- Curb Weight: 2,433 lbs (hatchback), 2,502 lbs (convertible) / 2,959 lbs
Competitors in the subcompact or city car segment may include the MINI Cooper, Volkswagen Up!, and Smart EQ ForTwo.