Fiat 500 cars

About the Fiat 500

The history of this iconic car dates back to 1957, and it's been much-loved across Europe ever since. It became the ultimate city car due to its small size, and earned the nickname ‘The People’s Car’. 

As years have gone by, Fiat has improved the safety, tech and driving experience while maintaining its Italian charm. 

Production of the 500 halted after 18 years, but the car had secured its place in people’s hearts thanks to its terrific fuel economy and low maintenance costs. 

Understanding the demand for 500s, Fiat began to produce more in 2007, bringing the 500 into the 21st century. 

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What features does the Fiat 500 have?

With the modern 500 being on sale since 2007, Fiat has been making improvements and tweaks as the years have gone by. These are never drastic changes, but come in the form of unique interiors, wheels, decals and paint. 

You're not short of choice when it comes to picking a 500 that suits your needs, with petrol, diesel, hybrid and fully electric versions available. 

While sticking to the minimalist design, motorists still benefit from a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, parking sensors and air-con. 

What is the Fiat 500 like to drive?

Just like the shape of the car, the performance of the Fiat 500 has been refined for city driving. It provides you with a peppy engine that's nippy enough on urban roads while also giving you enough power for longer trips on the motorway. 

The lowest-powered 500 is a 1.2-litre engine that produces 68bhp, which copes perfectly fine with city driving and on longer journeys. 

If you’re seeking a bit more oomph, there’s the 0.9-litre TwinAir producing 83bhp, which will certainly get you off the line quickly at traffic lights. 

In 2020, Fiat introduced the mild hybrid petrol version, which has a 1.0-litre engine supported by a little electric engine, producing 69bhp. 

If you wanted to go fully electric, you can get 70kW (92hp) or 87kW versions (116hp). According to Fiat, the 87kW battery-powered 500 will deliver up to 199 miles of range, which is plenty for city driving or if you’re embarking on a long road trip. 

Another benefit to the electric model and some others is the addition of an automatic gearbox that makes the Fiat 500 that much easier to drive in and around town.