2018 Fiat 500X review
Fiat 500X highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Easy-to-use infotainment system
- Long list of driver aids
- Stylish exterior
Cons
- Clunky automatic transmission
- Limited cargo space
- Cramped back seat
Mileage (EPA estimate)
21 city, 29 highway, 24 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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A versatile subcompact crossover SUV
The 2018 Fiat 500X combines the benefits of a city car and an SUV into a petite crossover with flair. All-wheel drive comes standard on most trims, making this subcompact crossover SUV an option worth exploring if you need strong traction for slippery conditions. You’ve got two engine options to choose from: the base 160-hp 1.4L turbocharged four-cylinder powertrain or the available 180-hp 2.4L four-cylinder engine. Aesthetics-wise, this four-door vehicle brims with Italian charm and comes in 10 vibrant color options. The high-end cabin offers room for up to five passengers. New for 2018, the Fiat 500X now has a seven-inch touchscreen, an upgraded infotainment system, and a standard rearview camera.
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What is new for the 2018 Fiat 500X?
- 500X trims have been upgraded with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard equipment this year.
- The Trekking trim now comes with Rear View Camera as standard equipment.
- The Pop trim now comes with Rear View Camera and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
- The Urbana Edition trim now comes with Rear View Camera as standard equipment.
2018 Fiat 500X trims
Lounge:
- 180-hp, 175-lb-ft of torque 2.4L
- Parking Sensors
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seats
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Pop:
- Includes all features available on the Lounge
- 160-hp, 184-lb-ft of torque 1.4L
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Manual Transmission
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Trekking:
- Includes all features available on the Pop
- No significant upgrades found on the Trekking
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Urbana Edition:
- Includes all features available on the Trekking
- No significant upgrades found on the Urbana Edition
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Fiat 500X photos
5 reasons to buy the 2018 Fiat 500X
1. It’s got a big personality
If you’re looking for a small SUV with a big personality, the 2018 Fiat 500X will win you over with its eye-catching details and aesthetic flair. It boasts a perky silhouette that’s both sporty and cute. You can play up its distinctive personality with 10 different eye-catching colors, including sunny yellow, bright orange, and metallic sky blue. You can also get black exterior accents with the available Urbana Edition package.
2. Trims to fit your needs
The 2018 Fiat 500X comes in several trim options, so you can find a version that aligns with your needs and lifestyle. The base Pop trim works well if you want a standard manual transmission and all the basics you’d need for a comfortable ride, including six-way manual-adjust front seats. The Trekking trim gets you a larger engine, automatic transmission, available satellite radio, and available remote start.
3. Flexible seating and storage
Whether you’re heading on an outdoor adventure or running errands around town, you can adjust the interior configuration of the 2018 Fiat 500X to make room for your gear or passengers. The fold-down rear seats and flip-forward front passenger seat help the small SUV accommodate longer items, like a surfboard or snowboard. You could also opt to flip down just one of the back seats to accommodate a cooler, giving you easy access to cold drinks on a road trip.
4. Comes in automatic and manual
The base Pop trim of the 2018 Fiat 500X comes with a standard 1.6L engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission, which will satisfy you if you prefer a stick shift. But if you want the gears to change without needing to think about it, a nine-speed automatic transmission is available on the Pop and standard on all upper trims. It’s mated with a 180-horsepower 2.4L four-cylinder engine for a relaxed ride.
5. Lots of driver aids
The 2018 Fiat 500X offers plenty of available driver aids to help you focus on your driving. A rear backup camera comes standard on all trims, which gives you a view of what’s going on behind the vehicle as you reverse. You can also look out for packages that include a variety of available driver-assistance features, like blind-spot and cross-path detection, lane departure warnings, forward collision warnings, and lane keep assist.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Fiat 500X an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Fiat 500X 6th out of 8 among Subcompact SUVs.
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Lounge 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Beats Audio System
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Full Roof Rack
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.4L
Horsepower
180
Torque (ft-lbs)
175
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
12.7
Wheelbase
101.2"
Overall length
167.2"
Width
70.7"
Height
63.1"
Leg room
F 41.4"/R 34.8"
Head room
F 39.1"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P215/55HR17
Rear tires
P215/55HR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2018 Fiat 500X FAQ
The 2018 Fiat 500X is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Lounge: 22 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- Pop: 25 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Trekking: 22 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- Urbana Edition: 22 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- Blue Sky Edition: 25 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
The Fiat 500X received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Fiat 500X as 5 out of 8 among Subcompact SUV
The 2018 Fiat 500X has received an average 4.5 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2018 Fiat 500X, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2018 Fiat 500X Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2018 Fiat 500X:
- Blue Sky Edition
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Rear View Camera
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