Plenty of space for passengers despite its compact size
Ride quality can be choppy on harsh roads
It gets a facelift for 2018
The infotainment screen is very smart and intuitive to use
Power delivery is not as good as some of its rivals
A rearview camera and 7-inch touchscreen are now standard
Boot space is far better than its competitors
The brakes are spongy and unresponsive
Available new packages
Specs & Features
$20,995
price
160 hp @ 5500 rpm
horsepower
184 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm
torque
6-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission
1.4L 4cyl FWD 6AM
engine
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basic warranty
Overview
The 2018 Fiat 500L Wagon makes for an excellent contender in the subcompact wagon class. With 3 trims on offer, the Fiat 500L has a base MSRP of $20,995, with prices going all the way up to MSRP $23,895, competing directly with the Kia Soul, the Hyundai Kona, and the Mini Countryman. Only a 1.4L inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 160 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 8.5 seconds, the 500L maintains a combined fuel economy of 25 MPG. Fiat offers the 500L in 7 stunning colors, with the Blue Tornado being a particular favorite of ours
Buying Advice
For those who prefer a wagon with decent levels of comfort at a fair price, the base trim will do. Nevertheless, if what you need is an opulent wagon with all the modern gizmos, going for the mid-level Trekking trim is indeed the best pick. It gets you some plush features like the LED ambient interior lighting, 17-inch wheels, BeatsAudio system, fog lights, unique body panels and trim with a rugged theme, heated front seats, a rear-seat armrest, leather upholstery, satellite radio, and navigation system to the already existing features in the base trim.
