2018 FIAT 500 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
24 -28 City / 32 -33 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
135 -160
Seats
4
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Nicole V
Very zippy but economical, love my fiat!
Very zippy! I love it! If you want to feel more zippy, there is the switch to manual from automatic. Simple but fast. Great trunk room, back seats go down to expand area. I would rather have a spare tire than the pump under the seat though. Could use bigger splash guards as an option. Great iPhone connection. Would love it more when it accepts apple carplay. Would love a navigation system also.
accountCircle Kimberly K
Fun to drive and the car has spunk!!
The car is really fun to drive!! It has some get up and go to it for a little car. It handles fantastic and moves in and out of traffic seamlessly!! The stereo system is incredible along with Bluetooth all at your fingertips! The whole car is just great and the most fun to drive of any car I have ever driven!!
accountCircle Jesus G
Perfect first car for teens! Its small and compact, the gas mileage is great!
This car is great for first time drivers! It's really easy to move around the city, the seats are comfortable, lots of head space. The speakers sounds really great and loud, the trunk does give you a little room. But if you need more space you can just push down the seats! Overall it's an amazing first car.
accountCircle Steve
Get one soon!
The 500 is a blast to drive. Watch for huge incentives as Fiat exits this car from the US. I just purchased a new 500 pop with automatic and some nice options with a MSRP of $19030.00 for a low price of $11900.00.
accountCircle Roger L
Great little car with a fair MSRP.
This car has lots of power, handles well, good gas mileage, plenty of room for a small car, options work well,. The 1.4 liter turbo motor is more than adequate for acceleration when needed for passing. There is a good variety of colors to choose from and has a distinct look about them.
accountCircle Robert B
It's fast, modern, luxurious and has few miles, my family is happy
I have a good car, modern and fast I would like another better
accountCircle Gregory Cook
Unbelievably Practical
My 2018 500c is an amazingly practical car. I love its looks, the way it drives. And most of all...the way it makes ME feel when I drive. I really have nothing bad to say.
accountCircle Joshua M
Easy to handle control driving
Good on gas. Does have some issue with parts breaking. Comfortable seats easy to navigate. Controls make easy hands free driving

FIAT 500 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Pop
135 HP 27-30 MPG 4 Seats
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Lounge
135 HP 27-30 MPG 4 Seats
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1957 Edition
135 HP 27-30 MPG 4 Seats
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Abarth
160 HP 27-30 MPG 4 Seats
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2018 FIAT 500 Owner Reviews

4.90
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5 stars 90%
4 stars 10%
3 stars 0%
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accountCircle Nicole V on February 8, 2021
Very zippy but economical, love my fiat!
Very zippy! I love it! If you want to feel more zippy, there is the switch to manual from automatic. Simple but fast. Great trunk room, back seats go down to expand area. I would rather have a spare tire than the pump under the seat though. Could use bigger splash guards as an option. Great iPhone connection. Would love it more when it accepts apple carplay. Would love a navigation system also.
accountCircle Saige D on December 5, 2020
It is a 2018 fiat pop 500 +turbo.
So far I haven't had any problems with my car. It has run perfect for me since the day I got it, early in 2019. The seating is comfortable, it drives smoothly. I admit I had to adjust to the window buttons being in the middle and the locks being within the handles of the door. I have had this car for over a year now and I am still learning new things about it. I love it.
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Ranks #1 Small Cars by Owners

The 2018 FIAT 500 has an average owner rating of 4.90 out of 5 which ranks it #1 of 31 other Small Cars.

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2018 FIAT 500
4.9
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2018 Volkswagen GTI
4.88
3
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4.84

Ranks #13 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2018 FIAT 500 has a combined MPG of 38 which ranks it #13 of 31 other Small Cars.

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2018 FIAT 500e
121 MPG
2
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2018 Ford Focus
118 MPG
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2018 FIAT 500
32 MPG

Is The 2018 FIAT 500 A Good Car?

Yes it is a fun, cheap, and lumber car. If you have another car, it is the perfect daily driver car. I am really glad I have it a chance it was exactly what I was looking for.
Michael W.
It is great for small town/city necessities. I use it daily for my work commute. I have also taken it to Vegas and it help up very well. Only gassed up twice going.
Fallon C.

How Reliable Is The 2018 FIAT 500?

So far the, abarth is reliable. I have not had any issues, cosmetic or mechanical. I do not foresee any problems to appear.
Michael W.
The FIAT is reliable, however I have noticed the breaks are not the best. My old Smart car had wonderful breaks. The Fiat slides a little if breaks are slammed for emergencies.
Tommy L.

Is The 2018 FIAT 500 A Good Value?

The MSRP for the abarth model is not bad. The problem is they do not hold their value very well, maybe that will change in the future but for now I am glad I got a good deal on mine.
Michael W.
I am paying under 18,000 for my Fiat. I think it is a great value being that it is a 2018 model. Good price.
Jessica P.

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

Not Rated
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety