Used 2018 FIAT 500X Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2018 500X, so we've included reviews for other years of the 500X since its last redesign.
Don’t do it!
Tb0325, 02/07/2020
2016 FIAT 500X Easy 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This was the newest vehicle I’d ever purchased(purchased 2017). When I test drove it, I was concerned about the obvious lag when shifting from 1st to 2nd(it’s an automatic but can manually shift if driver chooses). The dealer convinced me it was because I was used to a 6 cylinder(Chevy impala) and the Fiat was a 4. So I rush purchased...only to be disappointed! Turns out the lag is because it’s a 9 speed. I still can’t stand the lag when shifting gears. But there was MORE to come. Within a few months the plastic, poorly manufactured drivers door handle snapped OFF, causing me to have to enter through the passenger side AND half of the gas tank entry(idk what it’s called) snapped off as well. Luckily those were covered by my 1 year warranty. Following that, I’ve had nothing but problems that I’m assuming are electrical or a problem w transmission. I’d have to downshift going uphill in order for the rpms to catch(I’m not a car expert so I hope that makes sense). That happened SEVERAL times after being fixed several times. I’d also get alerts “drive mode unavailable” continuously which terrified me while going 80 on the highway! But the car continued to drive. It IS a tiny vehicle, although aesthetically pleasing(I don’t think so but I’ve had a lot of compliments). And I do HAVE to say after all my complaints, it’s a beast in the snow with its AWD. Never got stuck even when there was a foot of snow. Not so much as a slide. Personally I’d consider an American model of vehicle, which I’m in the process of hunting now. The dealer convinced me that the Fiat is American since Chrysler makes it but I had to drive 1.5 hours away to get serviced? It’s possible I just got a lemon and these vehicles are great but buyer beware!
Great Car
Eddie , 04/09/2021
2018 FIAT 500X Trekking 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Car is great overall, the trunk space is very limited so a roof rack is essential on any trips. I live in nyc and get decent gas mileage I’d say about 22 mpg in the city and about 30 on highway depending on driving style. I use premium gas (Costco) the interior is modest nothing to brag about but Also modern so you have touch screen and apple and android pass through. The awd is great in the snow and rain. And the car has power not acceleration but it can go fast with great control. Its very conspicuous I’ve had the car 3 years and haven’t been pulled over once, and I do my fair share of speeding. One thing I’ve notice is the head light aren’t very bright and the car is bulb specific, so if you don’t put the correct bulb the dash will say the lights out even though it isn’t. You need the correct bulbs any shop can order them just those auto stores don’t carry them but give you options that will work but that dash light will be on. Great overall car. Will definitely keep.
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Quirky but...
Jeff, 11/10/2022
2017 FIAT 500X Lounge 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love the way this car handles! But the gas milage is poor! Not a lot of space in the rear and there is NO spare tire! The nearest Fiat dealer from where I live is 30 miles away. Chrysler can do basic work, fluid changes, ac work but anything beyond that I have to drive to the dealer. If the car needs to stay overnight I'm looking at a rental. Locally they shuttle you home. It is tight seating in the rear but that's no surprise. Overall if the gas milage was much better I would give it 5 stars.
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Trouble from the beginning
Ambra Patrick, 05/22/2017
2016 FIAT 500X Trekking 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
First of all it's had like 3 recalls since I bought the car. It started in November I had a situation where I was making a left turn in traffic and the car said low oil pressure and cut off, it was a stoplight downtown Wilmington I had my nieces with me and car took a few minutes to crank. We then had received a recall notification on the car so we figured it was related to that we took fiat to dealership to be serviced. Had the car and it since has been doing it again and putting me in danger as well as my 2 year old baby. The tires blew out after 4 months of having the fiat, there is no spare with the car so it had to be towed. Next we had oil changed and was told we have a leak, he said oil levels shouldn't be so low after a recent oil change. The parking light has also went out, Took car back to dealership to look at oil they kept car and said levels were low but couldn't determine why, drive car for 1000 miles and bring back for another test, meanwhile this morning as I'm heading out in the rain holding my baby the car door wouldn't open with the keyless remote and the car wouldn't unlock, I then pulled out the key to use and unlocked the car the alarm goes of and the car wouldn't crank and the back doors wouldn't open. I then had To run back in house with my baby and grab my spare keys and they started the car. As well as gas I was told this car would be great for my long commute and it isn't it's getting like 24 mpg. I've had nothing but trouble with this car and I'm highly disappointed I was so excited to buy the 500x and now I'm regretful. I hope fiat resolves this problem with integrity.
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Great first car
Bronzino, 07/15/2016
2016 FIAT 500X Lounge 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 9A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I got a Fiat 500X Lounge fully equipped just a couple of weeks ago. You can consider that this review comes from someone owning a car for the first time; I used to drive occasionally and rely on public transportation. This year I decided to have a car for a life style change, and researched many options similar to my Fiat 500X: Mazda X3, Nissan Juke, Audi Q3 (this one was way above the price I planned to pay for a car). Turns out that the Fiat 500X was an excellent choice! The car is a bit small, although I was not looking for big SUVs anyway, but access in the front seat is a little tight. Fuel economy was a bit of disappointment, I only got 13.5 MPG so far but I guess I mostly drive in the city, and that is why. The car is very artsy and extremely beautiful, the final touching in styling is impeccable and really beautiful, and the car stands out in the crowd. It is a very fast, comfortable car, I used to share driving a Prius and several Mazdas, and have to say that, for a car that is not as spacious, the Fiat 500X is very comfortable and roomy. The panoramic sunroof is very pretty from outside, and functional, easy to use from inside. Commands and controls on dashboard as very simple, and the car has a tech/vintage quality that goes very well all together. It is very, very pretty! I am not commenting on repair record yet (hopefully I will take some time before this), and the only disappointment is the fuel consumption in the city. Otherwise, it is just a very stylish, functional, fun, fast car. One hundred percent charming!
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