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2018 Fiat 124 Spider

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Rating7.7

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Compact Convertible
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$24,995 - $28,295
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Nimble handling owing to its compact dimensions

The interior room is a bit limited for tall adults

It sees some small revisions to the packages available

Amazing steering and brakes feedback does help with the overall performance

Firm ride quality can be annoying on bad roads

The foldable roof works quickly and efficiently

Confined cargo space for its class

Specs & Features

$24,995

price

160 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

184 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

1.4L 4cyl RWD 6M

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 Fiat 124 Spider makes for an excellent contender in the subcompact convertible class. With 2 trims on offer, the 124 Spider has a base MSRP of $24,995, with prices going all the way up to an MSRP of $27,595, competing directly with the Mazda Miata MX-5, the Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, and the Mini Convertible. Only a 1.4L turbocharged inline-4 engine is offered, mated to either a standard 6-speed manual transmission or an optional 6-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 160 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 6.5 seconds, the 124 Spider maintains a combined fuel economy of 30 MPG. Fiat offers the 124 Spider in 8 stunning colors, with the Mare Blue Metallic being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

With two trim levels on offer, the Fiat 124 Spider is indeed an affordable everyday sports car. However, the mid-level Lusso trim happens to be the most sensible one, given the features it adds for an additional $2600. Some remarkable features you get in the Lusso trim are leather-upholstered and heated seats, 17-inch wheels, fog lights, automatic headlights, automatic windshield wipers, a rearview camera, automatic climate control, and a few more features to enhance your comfort levels.

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Comparative Analysis against Competition

 

Features
7.0/10

 

Trims

    Classica
    $24,995 onwards
    • Engine: 1.4L 4cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 160 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 184 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.5 sec
    • Top Speed: 120 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 30 mpg
    Lusso
    $27,595 onwards
    • Engine: 1.4L 4cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 160 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 184 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.5 sec
    • Top Speed: 120 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 30 mpg
    Lusso Red Top Edition
    $27,595 onwards
    • Engine: 1.4L 4cyl RWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 160 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 184 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.5 sec
    • Top Speed: 120 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 29 mpg
    Abarth
    $28,295 onwards
    • Engine: 1.4L 4cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 164 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 184 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.7 sec
    • Top Speed: 136 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 30 mpg

Compare to similar cars

7.7
2018 Fiat 124 Spider

Price

$24,995- $28,295

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.67

Horsepower

164 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

184 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm

Capacity

2

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7.1
2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata

$25,295- $26,645

Gasoline

7.06

155 hp @ 6000 rpm

148 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

2

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2018 Fiat 124 Spider vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		6.5 sec14.9 sec120 mph
    		6.7 sec15.1 sec-
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    2018 Fiat 124 Spider vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		25 mpg35 mpg30 mpg11.9 gal.309.4/416.5 mi.
      		26 mpg33 mpg29 mpg11.9 gal.309.4/392.7 mi.

      2018 Fiat 124 Spider vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		159.6 in.68.5 in.48.5 in.9 in.90.9 in.
        		154.1 in.68.3 in.48.6 in.4.9 in.90.9 in.

        2018 Fiat 124 Spider vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		4.9 cu.ft.52 cu.ft.83.1 cu.ft.
          		4.6 cu.ft.-4.6 cu.ft.

          2018 Fiat 124 Spider vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            		SourceCompare
            		83.1 cu.ft.4.9 cu.ft.83.1 cu.ft.
            		50.2 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.

            2018 Fiat 124 Spider vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		505 lbs.2436 lbs.
              		413 lbs.2332 lbs.

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              Brittney Forbes

              2019 Fiat 124 Spider

              Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

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              Posted On: August 2, 2024

              Small car Big personality

              Pros - ["It get great milage long distance, making it perfect for weekend road trips.", "Beautiful design and comfortable interior.", "Quite the conversation starter, people don't expect this little car to be a Fiat."]

              Cons - ["If battery dies can't open trunk or gas tank.", "Small design can cause other cars on the road to not notice you and making it easier for bigger cars to practically run over you.", "Not ideal for very tall or large people due to the small interior space."]

              This is a great little car overall for the price, and the fact that police have followed me for miles just to pull over and ask me, "What kind of car is that?" When I tell anyone they are shocked at all the attention to details such a small car has. I say small as to not sway you away, but because of its size it's still an extremely comfortable car with beautiful leather interior, comfortable ste...

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