Hatchback · Gas
Fiat 500 2012-2019 (312)
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- Price
- $16,195–$16,245
- MPG
- 34
- Watch-out: Poor cargo & utility
- Watch-out: Poor passenger space
How it scores for you10 scores
A charming city runabout whose tiny cargo, cramped four-seat cabin and modest tech and range make it impractical beyond urban errands.
Recalled somewhat less often than cars of the same model years; none of its 5 recalls were serious. About 10% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted -6 points for its wider reputation.
No overall NHTSA crash rating yet, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $2,350 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 61% of cars we track.
9.5 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 10% of other hatchbacks we track.
Only 4 seats, 2 doors, and cramped rear quarters. 9.5 cu ft cargo (30.1 folded) is tight even for the subcompact class.
Peppy, tiny footprint and light weight make the 500 nimble and charming in the city, but only 101 hp and dated dynamics limit real excitement. The 500e is quiet but slow.
2012-2019 platform with basic infotainment and few driver aids. EV version has modest 87-mi range typical of early city EVs. Overall well behind modern segment tech.
Small cabin, short wheelbase and firm ride make longer trips tiring. Retro styling is appealing but comfort trails larger subcompacts.
EVs have typically lost value the fastest.
Rated to tow 0 lb; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls14 recalls
14 recalls · 4 common complaint areas across 2015–2019
- Powertrain — 31 complaints (2015)
- Recall — Powertrain: manual transmission: floor shift assembly (2019)
- Electrical — 22 complaints (2015)
2019
- RecallPowertrain: manual transmission: floor shift assembly19E044000
DLT, LLC. is recalling certain CravenSpeed Fiat Short Shifter shafts sold for use in 2011-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The Shifter Shaft may have been improperly manufactured with a through hole for the set screw rather than a blind hole, which may lead to the breakage of the Shifter Shaft.
- RecallTires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems24V474000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not illuminate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitor
2018
- RecallPowertrain: manual transmission: floor shift assembly19E044000
DLT, LLC. is recalling certain CravenSpeed Fiat Short Shifter shafts sold for use in 2011-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The Shifter Shaft may have been improperly manufactured with a through hole for the set screw rather than a blind hole, which may lead to the breakage of the Shifter Shaft.
- RecallTires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems24V474000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not illuminate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitor
2017
- RecallPowertrain: manual transmission: floor shift assembly19E044000
DLT, LLC. is recalling certain CravenSpeed Fiat Short Shifter shafts sold for use in 2011-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The Shifter Shaft may have been improperly manufactured with a through hole for the set screw rather than a blind hole, which may lead to the breakage of the Shifter Shaft.
- RecallTires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems24V474000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not illuminate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitor
2016
- RecallPowertrain: manual transmission: floor shift assembly19E044000
DLT, LLC. is recalling certain CravenSpeed Fiat Short Shifter shafts sold for use in 2011-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The Shifter Shaft may have been improperly manufactured with a through hole for the set screw rather than a blind hole, which may lead to the breakage of the Shifter Shaft.
- RecallEquipment: other: labels16V667000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 11, 2015, to July 27, 2016. The tire placard on the affected vehicles lists a tire inflation pressure for the spare tire that exceeds the maximum pressure listed on the sidewall. As such, these vehicles
- RecallPowertrain: manual transmission16V302000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 21, 2010, through January 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission. The clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears.
- RecallTires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems24V474000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not illuminate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitor
- Complaint clusterPowertrain7 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Fiat 500. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the transmission was slipping, and the vehicle lost motive power. No warning light was illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The contact restarted the vehicle and forcefully shifted the transmission into 2nd gear t
2015
- RecallPowertrain: manual transmission: floor shift assembly19E044000
DLT, LLC. is recalling certain CravenSpeed Fiat Short Shifter shafts sold for use in 2011-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The Shifter Shaft may have been improperly manufactured with a through hole for the set screw rather than a blind hole, which may lead to the breakage of the Shifter Shaft.
- RecallPowertrain: automatic transmission15V291000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Fiat 500 battery electric vehicles manufactured March 8, 2013, to March 7, 2015. The Electric Vehicle Control Unit (EVCU) of the affected vehicles may set a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) that may cause the transmission to unexpectedly
- RecallPowertrain: manual transmission16V302000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 21, 2010, through January 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission. The clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears.
- RecallTires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems24V474000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not illuminate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitor
- Complaint clusterPowertrain31 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2015 Fiat 500. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH and attempting to downshift, the vehicle failed to respond as intended while the RPM continued to rev. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the gear shifter was significantly difficult to mov
- Complaint clusterElectrical22 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2015 Fiat 500. The contact stated that upon having the vehicle inspected, the mechanic noticed that the front driver’s and passenger’s side headlamps had failed to operate. The brake warning light and the headlamp warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the mechan
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other12 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The quality of the exterior door handle is an issue. My passenger side door handle has snapped completely off and my drivers side door handle has partially broken, but still functions. The rear door hatch also stopped working. The arm rests both broke rather easily as well. My last car was a 2013 fi
- Complaint clusterSteering5 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
I was driving our Fiat 500e (31K miles) in late June, when suddenly the HV Battery System (and primarily the PIM/Power Inverter Module that controls the HV battery system and propulsion system) failed, causing my moving vehicle to lose it's ability to use power steering. I was on a steep hill and w
Cost to own$20,000 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$16,195–$16,245
Estimated used price, by model year
$2,350/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
30
Highway MPG
38
Combined MPG
34
Electric range
87 mi
Horsepower
101 hp
Doors
2
Length
139.8 in
Width
64.2 in
Height
59.8 in
Wheelbase
90.6 in
Curb weight
2,355 lb
Cargo volume
9.5 cu ft
Cargo (seats folded)
30.1 cu ft
Towing capacity
0 lbs
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