2021 Fiat 500X review
Fiat 500X highlights
Customer rating
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Pros
- Distinctive and well-made cabin
- All-wheel drive is standard
- Lots of character and style
Cons
- Cargo and passenger space is limited
- Infotainment touchscreen is small and can be hard to use
- Optional driving aids don’t work as well as competitors’
Mileage (EPA estimate)
24 city, 30 highway, 26 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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The 2021 Fiat 500X gets minor interior upgrades
The 2021 Fiat 500X is a subcompact SUV that excels at style and design, and beyond that delivers average practicality. The 500X’s style and personality, along with standard all-wheel drive, help it stand out from competitors, and the interior conveys a more upscale feel than most extra-small SUVs. For 2021, the entry-level Pop and Trekking trims get upgraded interior materials, too.
On the downside, the Fiat’s cargo and passenger space are tight, but not the smallest in the segment. While there are a decent number of technology upgrades available, they aren’t necessarily the best-executed offerings. For example, the touchscreen is small and not particularly easy to use, and the optional driver aids can be a bit sensitive.
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What is new for the 2021 Fiat 500X?
- Rear Spoiler features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Pop trim now comes with Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
2021 Fiat 500X trims
Pop:
- 177-hp, 210-lb-ft of torque 1.3L
- Remote Start
- Cloth Seats
- Rear View Camera
- Power Mirrors
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- View our Fiat 500X Pop inventory
Trekking:
- Includes all features available on the Pop
- Lane Departure Warning
- View our Fiat 500X Trekking inventory
Trekking Plus:
- Includes all features available on the Trekking
- Leatherette Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Power Seats
- Leather Seats
- Parking Sensors
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Navigation System
- View our Fiat 500X Trekking Plus inventory
Sport:
- Includes all features available on the Trekking Plus
- No significant upgrades found on the Sport
- View our Fiat 500X Sport inventory
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What We Like
Standard AWD: The Fiat 500X comes standard with AWD in every trim, making it easy to shop for if you want that extra traction. Not all of its direct competitors even offer all-wheel drive, and AWD can be a pricey extra for some that do.
Style and character: The 500X has a lot of extra little design touches that make it stand out from other extra-small SUVs. Compared to other subcompacts, the small details on the Fiat give it more personality and a sense of fun.
Cabin quality: With upgrades to the Fiat’s interior materials, the 500X features lots of upscale-feeling touchpoints and solid plastics with a variety of textures and finishes. The 500X’s interior has more tactile appeal than its competitors.
What Needs Improvement
Tech usability: It can be hard to read the small text on the Fiat 500X’s touchscreen, and the system can be frustrating to use. The driver aids (some of which are optional extras), tend to be overly sensitive, and their warning sounds can be startling. Overall, the 500X’s tech isn’t as user-friendly as we’d like.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
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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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Pop 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Beats Audio System
- Full Roof Rack
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Spoiler
- Remote Start
Drive Wheels
All Wheel (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
1.3L
Horsepower
177
Torque (ft-lbs)
210
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
12.7
Wheelbase
101.2"
Overall length
167.2"
Width
70.7"
Height
63.7"
Leg room
F 41.4"/R 34.8"
Head room
F 39.1"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P215/60HR17
Rear tires
P215/60HR17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
200/2000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2021 Fiat 500X FAQ
The 2021 Fiat 500X is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Pop : 24 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- Trekking : 24 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- Trekking Plus : 24 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- Sport : 24 MPG City and 30 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 2021 Fiat 500X has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2021 Fiat 500X:
- Rear Spoiler
- Satellite Radio Ready
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