Overview
The 2015 Fiat 500 is a subcompact hatchback offered in 6 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $16,845. For that price, it mainly competes with the Chevrolet Spark, the Kia Rio Hatchback, and the Toyota Yaris. Between 6 trims, the Fiat 500 offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 1.4L Inline-4 capable of making 101 horsepower and 97 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 135 horsepower-making a 1.4L Turbocharged Inline-4 engine. Both engines are mated to a standard 5-Speed Manual transmission or an optional 6-Speed Automatic transmission.
The Fiat 500 reaches 60 MPH from zero in 10.5 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 8.5 seconds with the 1.4L Turbocharged inline-4. Depending on the powertrain, the Fiat 500 can manage a combined fuel economy between 30 and 34 MPG. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 15 striking colors the Fiat 500 comes in really pull you towards itself.
