Used 2017 FIAT 500 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2017 500, so we've included reviews for other years of the 500 since its last redesign.
2015 FIAT 500 Pop (1.4 l gas, 5 Speed Manual)
reviewer83, 03/11/2015
updated 09/25/2017
2015 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
23 of 29 people found this review helpful
With a comfortable, well designed interior, excellent handling characteristics, and 40 MPG even without any hybrid technology, this is probably my favorite little car that I have ever owned. It fits myself, my wife, and my daughter’s car seat with ease, even being so small, and still has room for our stuff if we are reasonable about what we bring with us. It also has excellent technology for its low price. It is easy to stream my Apple Music subscription or my Google Maps directions to the stereo using Bluetooth. Unlike many other, even larger, vehicles, it is almost as if this car’s interior was designed with actual human occupants in mind, as it has plenty of drink holders in convenient locations, and all interior controls are easy and convenient to access while driving. In short, this car is an absolute pleasure to drive, whether on a short drive around town or a long multi-state freeway vacation. Unfortunately, it is not, and has never been a reliable vehicle, which really ruins a lot of the fun of owning it. The clutch pressure plate snapped and the car had to be towed to the dealership to have the clutch replaced within the first week of buying the vehicle new. The clutch is not sufficiently covered by warranty as a so-called “wear item,” but mine was replaced at no charge. The transmission developed a nasty grinding noise when shifting gears and the entire transmission had to be replaced before the first oil change. The car now has a problem with surging in speed when in first and second gear, that the dealership was unable to fix and says is “normal for this vehicle.” Trying to control something that surges in acceleration like a bucking bronco through parking lots is not fun.
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Fiat usa is not customer friendly!
Gabriel Castillo, 01/19/2016
updated 02/22/2016
2015 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
22 of 28 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2015 fiat 500 pop six months ago from Car Pros Fiat of Renton, that's when my troubles started... at the first rain I found out that my car has a leak, car did not have even 500 miles when I took it to get serviced, in staid of giving me a new car they repaired it, and this is only the beginning.... stereo problem, done the software update no changes, had the engine check light that went on, the heater takes 20 MIN to defog at full power, driver seat latch sticks and now another leak. The car has only 3030 miles and it has been repaired 6 times. Till this moment Fiat USA and the dealership is still giving me the turn around. After a months of calling and sending emails, I finally got an answer from fiat acknowledging that there is problems with this car and they offer an extended warranty... really you think I will keep a car with so many problems. Now I found water again in the back of my car, it's three times now. THE WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE EVER .... DO NOT BUY FIAT
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My Fiat 500 Pop
Kristen H, 05/18/2016
2015 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought my Fiat new in 2014. I have had it ever since and it now has 30,200 miles. I have had no problems with the car. It has been wonderful for gas mileage, easy to drive and park.
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As good as my GTI Autobahn
Marc, 10/16/2017
updated 04/25/2018
2017 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
Car is wonderful, as much fun as any car I've owned. Enjoy driving it as much as if not more that my GTI. Enough power for this light car. Manual tranny great. Ride and handling great. The Abarths extra power must ,(I have the non turbo) be a real treat in this Italian tomato on wheels. Mine is red,adorable. Highly recommend good quality throughout. On the highway on cruise control doing 60 mpg I’m getting between 42 and 55 mpg. Highly recommend this vehicle. I have the 5 speed manual as stated, not sure how the auto grant performs with this small engine.
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have owned 2 Abarths 2013 5spd and 2015 6spd auto
Kevin, 10/19/2017
updated 10/25/2022
2015 FIAT 500 Abarth 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have owned 2 Fiat 500 Abarth ( a 2013 white w/ red stripes/mirrors ,5 spd. manual- 160hp/170 ft/lbs. and then a 2015 Red w/black stripes/mirrors,6spd automatic- 157 hp/183 ft/lbs., optional extra cost 16 in. wheels) . Sold at 25k miles on red. >>No<< problems at all. Average MPG around town 28 -30mpg (on premium) but have been as high as 36 mpg on trip ( at about 65 mph). Quick with sport button on as it supposedly adds torque and you can feel the difference with sport button. All three dealerships ( Baltimore, MD, Tysons Corner, VA and Melbourne, FL have been very good overall. I came from a 2011 MINI Cooper S 6 spd. The MINI was more sophisticated but the ABARTH is a true hoot ,especially hearing the exhaust. FIAT has reduced price to now start at ~ 20 k which seems quite fair. If you are seeking a harder core and cheaper alternative to the MINI Cooper S then try this. The ABARTH is priced closer to a MINI Cooper than the Cooper S. I finally sold the 2015 Abarth with about 25 k miles and still not a single problem. Came to Florida and had it serviced ( oil changes) in Melbourne . I only sold it because I needed a bigger car but no regrets and no problems at all. The car does not get enough interest but have to say after owning two I would still buy a third Abarth ( maybe a cabrio) if I didn't need a bigger car. Do regular fluid changes ( oil/filter, radiator, transmission, and brake fluids) , use premium fuel, keep tires at high PSI ( 38 to 40 ) and wash and wax now and again and this car will treat you right. I really miss the 2015 version.
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