2017 FIAT 500e Review

Name: 2017 FIAT 500e Review
Brand: FIAT
Price: 7024 USD

Price Estimate: $7,024 - $9,164

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Edmunds' Expert Review

by Mike Schmidt

Pros

As much fun to drive as its gasoline-powered counterparts
Plenty of range for daily errands and commutes
Compact and easy to park

Cons

Sales are limited to California and Oregon
Battery pack location shrinks rear cargo space
Backseat passengers also lose legroom due to the battery pack

What’s new

The 2017 Fiat 500e is unchanged from last year's model.

Vehicle overview

You don't have to give up much to go electric. The 2017 Fiat 500e hatchback is just as fun and personable as the regular 500. It is also as quick and maneuverable. But you will still want to consider whether an electric vehicle fits your lifestyle before taking the plunge.

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2017 FIAT 500e
Battery Electric 2dr Hatchback
$7,500
good price
$915 below market
- 36,944 miles
- 1 accident, 5 owners, personal use
- Midwestern Auto Sales (507 mi away)
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Parking sensors
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Located in Middletown, OH
Get ready to hit the streets in style with this Celeste Blu (Retro Light Blue) 2017 Fiat 500e! This sleek electric car is not just easy on the eyes, b...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 3C3CFFGE2HT675240
Stock: B7985
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-06-2025
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2017 FIAT 500e
Battery Electric 2dr Hatchback
$7,900
- 21,524 miles
- Lemon reported, 2 owners, personal use
- Bridgeport Auto Sales (862 mi away)
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Parking sensors
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Located in Maquoketa, IA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: Yes
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 3C3CFFGE2HT563263
Stock: 3263
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-14-2024

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The electric 500e was introduced in 2013 and instantly injected life into the stylish Italian coupe. It has enough range to compete with segment leaders and charges quickly, too. Add its small proportions, precise handling and EV pep, and you get a truly enjoyable car. In fact, in some ways, the 500e is more fun to drive than its gas counterpart. Yet there are drawbacks. Its backseat is small, some controls are awkwardly placed, and cargo space is limited due to the battery. But if you are shopping for a lively runabout and an electric vehicle is right for you, the 500e is worth considering.

Edmunds' Expert Rating

4.0 / 5

Trim tested

Each vehicle typically comes in multiple versions, although trim levels share many aspects. The ratings in this review are based on our full test of the 2013 Fiat 500e (electric 1-speed direct drive).

NOTE: Since this test was conducted, the current Fiat 500e has received some revisions. For 2015 these included a redesigned center console and two new exterior color choices. And in 2016 it received an updated infotainment system with integrated navigation and discontinued the ePass program that had provided 500e owners free rentals of gas-powered 500s. Our findings remain broadly applicable to this year's Fiat 500e.

Scorecard

Overall	4.0 / 5
Driving	4.5
Comfort	3.0
Interior	3.0

Driving

4.5

The 500e is an entertaining electric vehicle. It's actually quicker to 60 mph than a regular Fiat 500, and it keeps up with the 500 Turbo. Driving that enthusiastically will greatly reduce range, however, so it's best to keep a light foot.

Acceleration

4.5

Copious electric-motor torque gives the 500e great off-the-line punch. Our 500e scooted to 60 mph in 8.2 seconds, which is above average in the EV world and actually ties the Fiat 500 Turbo's time.

Braking

3.5

The brake pedal is firm and reassuring, and routine in-town stops feel, well, routine. Our panic stop from 60 mph took 129 feet — a little long, but not alarmingly so.

Steering

3.0

Oddly heavy and thick when driving straight, but it wakes up nicely and gives good feedback when bending through corners. Strangely, it feels more responsive than the steering in the standard Fiat 500.

Handling

5.0

The 500e stands apart from other electric vehicles with its great balance and an eagerness to turn. It's one of the most entertaining electric vehicles you can buy today.

Drivability

4.5

Smooth and seamless is the order of the day, but we wish the Fiat 500e offered the option of additional regenerative braking like some of its competitors.

Comfort

3.0

The Fiat 500e gives you the quietness you expect from an EV, but the suspension delivers a busier and more unsettled ride on uneven surfaces than we'd like.

Seat comfort

3.0

The front seat adjustments are fairly basic, but the cushion and backrest provide adequate support.

Ride comfort

2.0

Unlike the Spark EV, which delivers a polished ride despite its small size, the Fiat 500e pitches and bucks on its short wheelbase more than expected. The standard 500 rides noticeably smoother.

Noise & vibration

4.5

In true EV fashion, the 500e glides around in silence, at least when it comes to noise from the motor. Tire noise is noticeable, but mainly because there's no noise from anything else.

Interior

3.0

Like a regular Fiat 500, the 500e suffers from two things: form over function and, to a greater degree, a backseat that isn't terribly practical for family use. Think of it as a two-seater, and you'll get along with it much better.

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2017 FIAT 500e models

The 2017 Fiat 500e is a two-door, pure electric hatchback sold in a single, well-equipped trim level. The 500e is powered by an 83-kilowatt electric motor (111 horsepower, 147 pound-feet) channeled to the front wheels through a single-speed automatic transmission. A rechargeable 24-kWh lithium-ion battery pack powers the motor. It shares most of its bodywork with the standard, gasoline car but has unique front and rear body panels, wider side sills, smooth underbody components, rear spoiler and 500e-specific 15-inch alloy wheels.

Standard features for the 500e include heated side mirrors, rear parking sensors, automatic climate control, full power accessories, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, cruise control, manually adjustable heated front seats with driver-side height adjustment, premium vinyl upholstery, a leather-wrapped tilt-adjustable steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and 50/50-split folding rear seats. Standard technology features include Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity and a 5-inch touchscreen, navigation, voice commands, and a six-speaker Alpine audio system with a CD player, satellite radio, a USB port and an auxiliary audio jack.

The only options are a sunroof and the eSport appearance package that includes darkened exterior lamp bezels, orange exterior trim pieces and special 15-inch wheels for a more customized look.

2017 FIAT 500e EV Insights

Trim:

500e Battery Electric

Estimated Range Based on Age

Not available

Charging

No charging time information available

EV Battery Warranty

8 yrs or 100,000 miles

According to GeoTab’s data, if the observed degradation rates are maintained, the vast majority of batteries will outlast the usable life of the vehicle.

Exceeded original 8 year warranty.

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

$4,100

Available Rebates. Restrictions apply.

Restrictions:
Under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers taxpayers a Used Clean Vehicle Tax Credit equal to 30% of the sale price up to a maximum credit of $4,000 for the purchase of a used plug-in electric or hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. Beginning January 1, 2024, Clean Vehicle Tax Credits may be initiated and approved at the point of sale at participating dealerships registered with the IRS. Dealers will be responsible for submitting Clean Vehicle Tax Credit information to the IRS. Buyers are advised to obtain a copy of an IRS "time of sale" report, confirming it was submitted successfully by the dealer. Not every version of the vehicle models will necessarily qualify. Please check with the dealer/seller to determine the eligibility of your specific vehicle.

For the vehicle to qualify:
- Price cannot exceed $25,000.
- Need to verify the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
- Must be at least two model years older than the current calendar year in which the vehicle was purchased.
- Must be sold through a dealership, private sales not permitted.
- Not have already been transferred after August 16, 2022, to a qualified buyer.
For individuals to qualify:
- Must meet income eligibility, depending on modified adjusted gross income (AGI) and tax filing status.
- Must not be the first owner of the qualifying vehicle.
- Has not been allowed a credit under this section for any sale during the 3-year period ending on the date of the sale of such vehicle.
- Purchased for personal use, not a business, corporation or for resale.
To learn more, visit https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/used-clean-vehicle-credit
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Cost to Drive

$59/mo

500e

$153/mo

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Monthly estimates based on costs in South Carolina

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FIAT 500e Owner Reviews

4.2

36 reviews

5(61%)

4(17%)

3(8%)

2(6%)

1(8%)

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Just drive it

SJ Mathews, 10/20/2015

2015 FIAT 500e Battery Electric 2dr Hatchback (electric DD)

Great commuter car, also a total blast to city drive. Regenerative brakes are sweet and seem better than conventional, great acceleration, amazing that they make vehicles like this. The only real downside I noted (aside from a limited range) is that going uphill really drains the batteries fast shortening the range. That aside, it is really roomy in the front, the back clearly not …

A real-world 500e review

Chris Ginsburg, 09/14/2017

2017 FIAT 500e Battery Electric 2dr Hatchback (electric DD)

We just bought a used 2014 500e with 28k miles. Dealers are currently offering nice pricing as many 2014's are coming off-lease and being turned in. We paid $7500 + tax. which seems very cheap for car that cost $30K a few years ago. The limited market and relatively high production volume keep the current resale value low. The car is blast to drive at lower speeds... It's very quick …

My Favorite car out of dozens!

Jon Sanserino, 09/30/2016

2016 FIAT 500e Battery Electric 2dr Hatchback (electric DD)

I bought this car because 95% of my driving is short range for shopping, post office, etc. when I am not traveling out of the country for business. Also - the dealer and government incentives made the lease price so low, the car was essentially free - the lease is about the amount I paid for gas monthly. I truly did not expect to fall in love with this little car! It makes me smile …

Quirky but Cute EV

Mikel, 01/15/2016

2015 FIAT 500e Battery Electric 2dr Hatchback (electric DD)

Lease terms are great when combined with rebates from California State and Central Valley. Car is a hoot to drive: fast and responsive with great handling. It also is cute and sophisticated looking. Range is about 100 miles in the relatively flat Central Valley. This car works great as a city commuter and carries our shopping purchases easily in the "trunk" and the extra space …

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2017 FIAT 500e, so we've included reviews for other years of the 500e since its last redesign.

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2017 500e Highlights

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$31,800
EV Tax Credits & Rebates	$4,100 Based on income
Engine Type	Electric
Cost to Drive	$59/month
Seating	4 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	7.0 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles
EV Battery Warranty	8 years / 100,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the 500e models:

ParkSense Parking Assist System: Emits an audible tone to notify the driver of objects to the rear when the vehicle is backing up.
Front Seat-Belt Pre-tensioners: Uses information from the car's brake and stability control sensors to anticipate a crash and tightens the seat belt in preparation.
Reactive Head Restraints: In the event of a rear impact, extends the front seat headrests forward, minimizing the gap between occupants' heads and the headrest.

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