Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
24 -25 City / 33 HWY
Horsepower
160
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Paula D
Sporty, stands out among the rest. Dare to be different.
I love this car. It is absolutely loaded with all the features I need. Comfortable on long trips. Very inexpensive on gas. Sporty and stands out among other cars. I have had no major problems with it. I would definitely purchase another one. It has a large moon roof, was great when we went to New York. The GPS is amazing and easy to use.
accountCircle Jennifer C
It is so much bigger inside than it looks.
I like that my car gets great gas mileage, is compact, yet is really roomy inside. I dislike that I feel like my car feels so small on the road compared to other vehicles.
accountCircle Annie P
The fiat 500l is an amazing car!
This is an overall fantastic car. It runs great, has a great interior and digital set up. The only negative about this car is that the brakes are a little touchy. It is not an easy car to drive smoothly, but if you know how to control a car, this is a fantastic vehicle.
accountCircle David C
The Fiat 500l is a great car to drive.
I bought the car in 2015, I have no real problem with it. The handling is greater than I expected. Right now I need to replace the upper ambient air temperature sensor, and front brake pads but that all part of general maintenance and is expected with any car on the road today.
accountCircle Aaron L
Fun to drive and reliable!
Overall love this car! 6 speed manual. Great acceleration. Fun to drive. Beats audio speakers included. Basic maintenance, nothing major needed. Love that the back seat is adjustable and the front bucket seats are a nice touch! I have heard others complain but I have been happy with this vehicle!
accountCircle John Kaye
Owner
This is the best car I’ve ever owned. I’m selling because I had a broken hip and am unable to drive. The car has been maintained by one of the best auto mechanics in Las Vegas. II will pass this information on with the sale of this car
accountCircle Susan L
The fiat 500l: adorable cartoon exterior with a pick up that bites.
The main issue I have with my vehicle is the inconsistent acceleration. I am not sure if it has to do with the turbo engine, but occasionally it will chug along until it shifts gears, even with my foot resting still on the pedal. Other than that I absolutely love my fiat 500l. No major issues at all and it gets great gas mileage.
accountCircle Stephanie M
We are happy to be part of the fiat family and we love our little Carlita!
No vehicle problems--a few recalls but taken care of at dealership and no major problems. . . Just had brakes done after four years! It is great not to have to service car except for oil and fluids basically.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Doris R
That they car was one of them that been under water. . And rebuilt.
My car needs new brakes alone with new rotors but it has brand new tires own it. . . But to back glass is almost about to fall out.
accountCircle Karollea D
Never buy a Fiat, no matter how great you think it is.
Our car has been nothing but trouble. The trunk wont open, sometimes it doesn't want to start or go into gear. This is not what I expected from a new car.
accountCircle Luis
Bad design
Transmission overheats and car is undrivable engine light comes on and refuses to drive software issues that have never been resolved regret buying this car
accountCircle Christine McLean
Rip Off!
Don’t ever buy this vehicle! As soon as the warranty is over it breaks down where it can’t be fixed! The dealership only gave me $500.00 for it.
accountCircle Bill Rose
Horrible Paint
Do NOT buy!! My 2014 500l Trekking only has 50k miles and the paint is oxidizing all over. Body shop says "Very common, we see 2 0r 3 Fiats a day with the same problem". $9,000 to repaint!! I'm a senior citizen and I can't afford to repaint the car. Color me FURIOUS!!
accountCircle Ali Ali
Daily Drive
I was expected when I purchased the car no issues for five years now the car started acting up 50k mileage I went the dealer the other day told me the car have transmission issues they know even when they sold me new can zero mileage, but nothing they can do because the issue they said it didn’t kill anyone so I have to fix my own six thousand to change and not guarante even after that the issue it goes way or not. It’s sad my lost I don’t recommend for anyone out there to go buy specially Fiat 500L.
accountCircle Rob W.
Worst car I ever bought
Bought this car in 2014 from Greenway Crysler/Fiat on E. Colonial Drive in Orlando, FL. First year of ownership I had to bring it in SEVEN times because of electrical problems which caused major safety issues, most of which, to this day, are still not fixed. Went through months of arbitration to get it listed as a lemon and was turned down. Now I am stuck with a piece of c**p, which only after a year of ownership was worth LESS THAN HALF of what I had paid for it. Before this I had owned a Honda for 17 years without any major issues. Only got rid of that because I wanted a "newer" car- biggest mistake of my life.
accountCircle Jen
DO NOT buy a fiat. Im out a car now and its only 6 years old
What a total peace of c**p. Regret buying this car, just installed 3rd transmission in 4 months and everything keeps breaking. Fix this then that breaks. DO NOT BUY

FIAT 500L 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
160 HP 27-28 MPG 5 Seats
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Easy
160 HP 27-28 MPG 5 Seats
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Trekking
160 HP 27-28 MPG 5 Seats
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Lounge
160 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats
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2014 FIAT 500L Owner Reviews

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5 stars 49%
4 stars 33%
3 stars 8%
2 stars 1%
1 star 8%
accountCircle John Kaye on February 8, 2022
Owner
This is the best car I’ve ever owned. I’m selling because I had a broken hip and am unable to drive. The car has been maintained by one of the best auto mechanics in Las Vegas. II will pass this information on with the sale of this car
accountCircle Christine McLean on June 16, 2021
Rip Off!
Don’t ever buy this vehicle! As soon as the warranty is over it breaks down where it can’t be fixed! The dealership only gave me $500.00 for it.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Tori G.

My fiat has a great beats sound system, dashboard navigation system, heated seats, rear back-up camera, spacious back seat, cover to hide what's in your trunk, great gas mileage, sunroof, key fob, automatic windows, and automatic transition. I also love the powder blue color.

likeFilled Ryan W.

I commute in the city often. The Fiat 500L is perfect for me because it is easy to navigate and fit into tight spots. As small as it is on the outside, you'll be surprised at how much room is in the inside!

likeFilled Damaris M.

The pros of this vehicle are that it is compact yet safe. It is very easy to get around in and can fit in small spaces. Gas mileage is excellent. I also love how cozy and just the right size it is. It is very comfortable.

likeFilled Marlee A.

The Fiat 500L Lounge is great on gas mileage. It is a small vehicle but has plenty of space on the inside. I love having the steering wheel controls for the stereo and hands free calling available. It drives great as well.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Tori G.

There is no automatic start. There is no heated steering wheel or windshield. There is no four wheel drive, so I have to get snow tires put on in the winter and change them back in springtime. I wish it was easier to maneuver the seat position.

dislikeFilled Ryan W.

Inside the vehicle I have notice some design flaws. Like the armrest is at an awkward height. I usually keep it up to leave it out of my way. On the other side of me the door is too far away to rest my arm.

dislikeFilled Damaris M.

The only con of this vehicle is that it sometimes can take a while to warm up and it jolts at times. It is also a bit loud, I wish it were quieter. Other than that it is a great car and I would recommend it to anyone for a first car.

dislikeFilled Marlee A.

I recently needed to get my oil changed, I went to a local Walmart and they were unable to change the oil because they did not have the filter in stock. Some parts for my car have been difficult to find and maintenance can be expensive.

Ranks #28 Small Cars by Owners

The 2014 FIAT 500L has an average owner rating of 4.13 out of 5 which ranks it #28 of 39 other Small Cars.

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4.75
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4.71
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4.13

Ranks #12 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2014 FIAT 500L has a combined MPG of 39 which ranks it #12 of 39 other Small Cars.

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122 MPG
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48 MPG
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33 MPG

Is The 2014 FIAT 500L A Good Car?

Yes, I like the way it drives. It also has good visibility, is great on gas use, and has more room than it looks like it has.
Ben B.
Overall, yes. It has been reliable and a major upgrade from my previous vehicle. Handles smoothly and turbo engine is great.
Lindsey M.
It’s an amazing vehicle! Great gas mileage, super unique design, and very dependable. Never had any issues with it.
Stephanie C.

How Reliable Is The 2014 FIAT 500L?

I have not had any problems so far. I feel like it is reliable. The only issue to keep in mind is to go light on the gas since the car seems to want to go fast.
Margaret D.
Overall, yes. The only issues I have had are with the windshield, The size, shape, and placement of the windshield seem to affect how rocks hit it from the highway. I've replaced it twice.
Melissa C.
It’s extremely reliable. I've had mine for 3.5 years and have never had to replace anything except lights. Never had any issues with it
Tara K.

Is The 2014 FIAT 500L A Good Value?

I definitely think it is a good value. It didn't cost as much as many other vehicles but I did buy a used one.
Joanna C.
I bought mine used for $11000. The value was declining, but recently it's value has started to increase.
Rene S.
I got mine used and was very happy with the price. I think it’s a great value because the gas mileage is great and the car is dependable, so you don't have to put a lot of money into it.
Sandy O.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2014 FIAT 500L ambient air temperature sensor location?

Answer: The 2014 FIAT 500l ambient air temperature sensor is located inside the mirror on the passenger side door. It is the job of the ambient temperature sensor to measure the external temperature of the vehicle as a...

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Safety & Reliability

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