Overview
Competing in the subcompact hatchback segment, the 2012 Fiat 500 Hatchback is a direct competitor to the Chevrolet Sonic, the Volkswagen Beetle, and the Mini Hardtop 2-Door Hatchback. With three trims, the 2012 Fiat 500 Hatchback starts off at an MSRP of $15,500. It is offered with a 1.4L Inline-4 engine and a choice of 6-speed automatic and 5-speed manual transmissions, producing 101 horsepower and 98 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Fiat 500 Hatchback manages a 0-60 of 10.5 seconds with the manual and 12.4 seconds with the automatic transmissions and a combined fuel economy of 33 MPG and 30 MPG with the manual and automatic transmissions respectively.
