Used 2016 FIAT 500X Consumer Reviews
Used 500X for sale
See Edmunds pricing data
Has Your Car's Value Changed?
Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.
I had to give a car a name!
Eric Moon, 02/16/2016
updated 02/17/2017
2016 FIAT 500X Lounge 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
21 of 24 people found this review helpful
For the first time ever, I had to give a car a name. Meet Donatella who sat in the showroom with the shiny white and chrome finish, the huge sunroof open to let the light show off the tobacco leather interior and then the moves of the effortless 2.5L and taught starring and ride sold me. However, that same day in a quad-fecta of Midtown Manhattan, I drove and bargained for the Q3, X1, Countryman, 500X and then before buying the next day, I threw in the ringer of the HR-V. Over some tense deliberations at Dunkin Donughts, the spouse and I agreed to throw out logic and get the Fiat. Yes, we've been back to the dealer for squeaky breaks and a blown fuse for the locks, but Fiat of Manhattan has been nothing but professional and accomodating with walk-in Saturday service. I've enjoyed nice lunches in Midtown and walks in Central Park and I knew very well that except for the HR-V, we'd see the dealer again. I've never had a car that got so many looks. We are often pointed out as being the "blue pill car", people look at it in passing and point, take pictures. I'm a star at the Whole Foods parking lot. I got followed to another gourmet food place in Redhook by a lady who came up to tell me she knew to follow the Fiat as that type of car would know where to go. The guy at my local car wash asked if the interior was custom! For particulars, I find the transmission unnoticeable for the most part. When I want to notice, I'm rather impressed with the execution but do thing it's a little over the top for such a vehicle. The engine is smooth, smooth, smooth and pleanty powerful. Donatella does like to drink in the city at 19mpg but does take it easy on the N.J. Turnpike at 30mpg with cruise mostly set at 75, um 79mph. Uconnct works very well and so much easier than the BMW/Mini system as it shows as much love for my Android as it does for my Apple phones. The dog seems happy with the back seat. The sunroof is a huge favorite and the fixed glass part over the back seat opens that space up tremendously compared to all but the X1. I feel for the previous reviewers on here. I knew going into a new build from two manufacturers not know for reliability that there would be issues, but that was the same for BMW/Mini and Audi. I read up on the USA 500xmweb forum and most known issues have bulletins on the faults. I randomly joined an Italian FB group and they go bonkers over the car but also have some similar issues. I don't need a daily driver and honestly, if the dealer keeps it overnight for some time, I'd just take the subway home and not have to worry about parking. I'd not recommend anything but a Honda/Mazda/Kia/Toyota as a daily driver but I've had those too over the years and frankly, I'm really enjoying the sense of occasion I'm getting with the Fiat. I just really enjoy Donatella's company, even when she's having an off day. Update: We just past 13000 miles and 1yr of ownership and that's more miles I've out on a car in a year that my last three. That may not sound like much but I fly for a living and live in NYC so I rarely put more than 9000 miles a year on a car. I still get the looks, friends new and old still complement the car and are even surprised it's a Fiat. More importantly, I simply like getting in it and driving it. I've had a few rental SUV's lately and although they had their strengths, getting back in the Fiat 500x at the end of a trip just shows me the sense of occasion few other products offer. That said, the 9-spd auto is still a work in progress but sometimes just works a treat and sometimes just reminds you a lot is going on. It is never rude but perhaps not always in the background. The locks blew a fuse and was fixed right away on a Saturday afternoon dealer service visit while I went for a coffee. We only had one big snow fall this past winter and at 31" in one night, I don't care what you have, dig your own car out. We left the Fiat covered for over a week. Other than that, we love the sunroof, the heated seats and steering wheel, the remote start and the UConnect with SIRI. The sporty exhaust along with the sometimes and surprisingly sporty down and up shifts remind you someone with a soul added a bit to the car. With my yearly mileage, fuel economy isn't a real deal for me with class leading to class last equaling about $200 a year when figured with $4.00/gallon fuel. Thus, and I just checked this, we averaged 20mpg even with 5800 miles at an average speed of 17mph. 80mph turnpike runs show 28mpg and more docile 70mph runs show 32mpg. Highway mpg is competitive but city mpg is really at the bottom and both are dissapointing considering the challenged 9-speed auto. I'm a happy owner and I think the character of the Fiat will keep me that way even if something nefarious comes up in the future. UPDATE: At just under 16000 miles and 1-1/2 years with the 500x, the enjoyment of the Fiat is complemented via no maintenance visits in the last year. Loving the Fiat!
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Love my 500X
Michelle, 08/25/2016
updated 09/04/2018
2016 FIAT 500X Easy 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I love my car. I drove several different cross-overs and loved this one. I asked for a longer factory warranty and got it--89 months/100,000 miles. I have had no problems with my car and drive it daily. Update: I still love my car. In over a year the only thing it has needed was an oil change. It got me through snow during the winter, pouring rain in the PNW, and to work every day. Almost 2 years later and i still love my 500x. Still no problems.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
2016 FIAT 500X for sale near you
3 of 25 listings
- Easy 4dr SUVMSRP: $9,99024 mi away
- Trekking 4dr SUVMSRP: $14,998In-stock online
- Lounge 4dr SUVMSRP: $14,998In-stock online
See all 25 listings
Love it so far
Jeff Douglas, 10/29/2016
2016 FIAT 500X Trekking 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Got a great offer on a lease with the 500X and I'm glad we took advantage of it. So far with a couple highway trips and a lot of downtown driving we are very hoppy with the car. The only complaint I can come up with is the way the trim levels are structured, but between the nice interior that is way more subtle and stylish than it's Jeep counterpart, the ease of driving, and the driving position in the vehicle we are very satisfied.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Love it or leave it.
Vasile Ianos, 12/28/2015
updated 06/29/2018
2016 FIAT 500X Trekking Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
After 2 years and 58 k miles the car still Holds very well Just got 4 Pirelli sotto zero winter tires and they are the best even in the summer My car does not have LED lights and that is a problem when it rains and you travel on remote highways Visibility is very poor Otherwise the lights are ok At night if is not raining I am waiting to see if they will bring out A 7 seater If not I will upgrade to an Alfa Romeo Stelvio
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Undervalued, Underappreciated, but Great!!
Greg Carroll, 06/09/2018
updated 07/06/2021
2016 FIAT 500X Lounge 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
The Fiat 500X is a joy to drive and will put a smile on your face every time. It has plenty of power, although you won't win many races with it. It is very sure-footed as it has excellent grip and road manners, especially in the frozen stuff with the AWD system. And it is a safe car! I wrecked mine and it literally saved my life. You will enjoy the uniqueness of being one of very few on the road, but don't be concerned. The mechanicals are the same as the Jeep Renegade, so dealer maintenance will always be close by. In 2018 I totaled my 500X in a rather violent accident. The car saved my bacon!! I'm alive today because of how safe it was. One year later I bought another 500X and couldn't be happier with it. Nearly three years into my second 500X now and I still love driving it. I'll have it until it quits, which won't be for a very long time?
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value