Used 2016 FIAT 500X Trekking 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 9A) Consumer Reviews
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E in Everett loves this baby SUV!
E in Everett, Oak Harbor, WA, 05/28/2016
FIAT 500X Trekking 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
21 of 21 people found this review helpful
After test driving everything in this class, and I mean everything, nothing compared to the 500X. Excellent quality, great value, and it fits like a glove. I read the reviews about it being crammed and the whining about the way it shifts. I'm 5' nothing so I have no issues with room. Power delivery is very smooth and more than enough for this class. Very comfortable both in town and on the freeway. I'm not worried about reliability. I also own a 500C and have never had any issues with it. Fiat may not be popular and that's fine with me. I get to drive something I love and not see 20 of them in the parking lot everywhere I go. I'm also getting great mileage to boot :)
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Wm. Skelley, Smithsburg, MD, 11/08/2015
updated 05/16/2018
FIAT 500X Trekking 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
86 of 91 people found this review helpful
Purchased this Fiat 500X Trek, several weeks ago. I experienced my first breakdown, halfway, during my one hour drive home from the dealer. It shut off at 40 mph, and was difficult to start afterwards. Was instructed by my salesperson to take it to the service department the very next day, which I did, with the engine light on for the entire trip. They read the onboard diagnostic. The service tech expained that the computer was reading fault codes and self correcting as it learns. This conclusion set uneasy with me, but I was inclined to take my service manager's advise. Was sent out the door with instructions to return if any further problems. This very same day, I made it half way home, when I stopped for a soda. Upon attempting to restart my vehicle, it would not start. After several attempts of starting the moter, I called the service dept back to report my problem, but was only able to leave a message. After waiting 20 minutes for thier call back, I again attempted to start the motor, and was successfull. Engine light was on however, and it seems to be running out of tune, with little power. The service department finally returned my call, and instructed me to return the vehicle again, which I did the very next day. And was awarded a rental car. After about 8 days, I was advised that my Fiat had a new onboard body computer module installed, and that it was fine and ready for pick up. I finally made my first successful trip home with this car. However, the very next day, The vehicle became difficult to start, and remained in 3rd gear at all times, with the engine light on. So, again, another call to the service department, and I was advised to have the vehicle towed, which I did with the assistance of the Fiat Roadside Assistance, and a local towing service, and was awarded another rental vehicle. After several days, I was advised that there was a loose/corroded ground wire on the side of my transmission, which was repared, and my vehicle was ready for pick up. Once again, I picked up my vehicle, and did make a successful trip home. However... the very next day, having driven about 30 miles, the vehicle shut off while driving at about 25 mph. I did finally restart, but stayed in 3rd gear at all times, and showed an engine light on. I pulled off the road again, and called the service department. There were several attempts at reaching them on this occassion. And my family and I found ourselves stranded for some significant period of time. After a long period of time, the vehicle restarted, engine light did stay on, however it was switching through the automatic gears successfully, so I limped the car back home. Once again, another rental vehicle and yet another tow sevice back to the service department, where my vehicle sits at this time. To summerize, my vehicle has been in service 4 times in as many weeks, remains there to date, has less than 500 miles, all of them being to the service department and back. I have serveral hundred dollars tied up in rental car deposits, and am very disappointed. The most distressing thing is shutting down while in motion. I find this to be very dangerous under some driving and traffic conditions. I will on Monday, ask this Fiat dealer to buy back my car. It is my hope that this car is the "lemon:, and not the entire model. As I do really like this line up of cars, I am sure my dealer could satifactory place me in another like and kind of Fiat, 500X AWD, and look forward to that discussion. Just saying...beware. Okay, 2 years later. After a very hard and lengthy bout with Chrysler Fiat, my Fiat was determined to be a "lemon", and was replaced. It's been a couple years in my new Fiat. At this time, this new 500x continues to run strong, with regular maintenance as oil changes, etc... Only complaint I have at this time, would be the trim of the vehicle. It's all glued from factory, and has been coming off all around the car. That would be the rubber and chrome strips and moldings. Leaving a very sticking substance underneath that seams to get on everything. Clothes, hands, the dog. Very annoying, and ugly looking. But hey, it starts and goes. Would not purchase another one though. Good Luck.
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Fun and Luxury in the Same Package
GregC, Grapevine, TX, 07/21/2016
FIAT 500X Trekking 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
40 of 43 people found this review helpful
I have owned my FIAT 500X for almost 7000 miles, and I could not be happier with my decision. I had narrowed my choices down to the Honda CRV, Kia Sportage, and the 500X. Each vehicle had a nice ride and good acceleration, and also had its particular strong points. For instance, the CRV-EX had several cool features (sunroof, lane watch, etc.) and got the best gas mileage. The Sportage had a nice interior and the largest back seats and cargo area. The FIAT was the most comfortable and looked great inside and out; I would compare the interior to a luxury SUV, but for half the price. I briefly looked at the Mini Countryman S, but I did not want to pay for a turbo charger (just one more expensive item to break) to get an adequate amount of power. I read many reviews (Edmunds and elsewhere) that gave the FIAT negative marks for their transmission and their acceleration. I will say that I needed to get used to the gas pedal, it is different from any other car I have driven. Once I figured out how to press the pedal (I know it sounds crazy, but give it a week or so), my driving experience became much more enjoyable. That was when I no longer experienced the “jerkiness” that many of the reviews had mentioned. Instead, I found that the silky smooth transmission shifts quicker than other cars, and it is even more fun to drive in the “Sport” mode. The engine is really strong and quiet, and the ride is smooth and quiet at highway speeds. More importantly, passing at highway speeds is very easy. I have not experienced any of the hesitation that other reviewers have mentioned, and most of the time I am at or over the speed limit much quicker than I expect. Gas mileage has been good but not great at 28 MPG, but this is a very small price to pay for such a nice car. In addition to the engine and transmission, I cannot say enough good things about the interior and the technology. It has higher ground clearance, so I can get in and out of it very easily. The seats and the dash layout really feel like they came out of a much more expensive European luxury SUV. I did not get all of the “bells and whistles” on my model, but I did want the options that are made to keep me and my family safe. The one I use most often is the “Rear Cross Path Detection” that informs me about unseen vehicles approaching from the side when backing out of a parking space. Very nice. The FIAT 500X really has made my commute more fun and enjoyable, and I never thought I would say that about a vehicle.
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Love it so far
Jeff Douglas, 10/29/2016
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.
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2016 500x bought feb. 2020
Bbrink24, Slippery Rock, PA, 03/12/2020
FIAT 500X Trekking 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Disclaimer I've only had this car for 1 month. This review will get monthy updates on cost to own. As in gas and repairs, of any sort. It is a 2016 with 41,000 miles and no wrecks listed on car fax. Also coming from a 32 year old who's single. Bought for $12,000 dollars. So far I love this car. It's the trekking model. With a lot of the upgrades like, heated steering wheel and remote start, cornering lamps, rear blind spot monitoring. Plus my favorite the beats by Dre subwoofer sound system. Which is plenty good enough to last me a couple months to a year to install a set of 12' subwoofers ( if you listen to rap or hard rock music). Otherwise I don't recommend. Positives Plenty of space for what I need. Can fit $200 bucks of groceries in the back. But your not fitting your girlfriends big wooden dresser even with back seats folded down. My nieces and nephews can ride 5 deep in it. I'd say front seats 6'2 and smaller plenty of room. And back seats 6'0 and down. I get looks and questions all the time. I live in Western PA so no one has this car. I literally haven't seen one since I bought it. I've started conversations with women over this car. A current girl I'm dating. So ya positive. My comfort level inside is definitely 5 of 5. My first week of driving it. We had a snow storm. It dashed right through 4" of snow no problem. It is all wheel drive tho. With a traction, eco and sports modes. The exterior and interior. Look and feel great. For the price it's hard to find all the luxuries you can get on this car. Considering all the negative marks the so called experts gave. It's power and handling are quite a bit better the I thought it would be. At 185 hp it has peep. And no problems driving 90 on a highway. Or getting up to higher speeds I've had no issue. Flaws(so far) Of which I can only say two. The cvt 9 speed transmission. Is a bit jerky in low gears. I've never had a cvt before. But it's different to get used to. I'm guessing it's about fuel economy. It has slap shift and a sports mode. That make it a lot more fun to drive. In this category of car. It's on the lower end of mpg. On curvy back roads and city. I've gotten about 26 mpg. On the highway I've been looking at a better 30 mpg. Overall totally fine for me. But there is better if you fancy that at the top of your list. Overview If your a guy like me. Who fancies looks, sound systems, something unique, and affordable. Don't hesitate to buy this car!! There's a lot said about Fiat. But even Honda and Toyota made crappy cars in past decades. And until this car proves me wrong. I'm going to be plenty Happy with this transaction! Like I said updates incoming hopefully monthly
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