FIAT 500X is a five-seat compact vehicle in the SUV category. For the 2017 model year, there are three trim-lines to choose from with two different gas engines that produce from 160 to 180 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual premium gasoline expense is $2,300 to $2,500, which over the course of five years will cost you $2,000 in extra fuel spending.
2017 500X has a relatively short wheelbase ( 101.2 in) on a narrower body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 2967 lbs.
2017 500X seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, 500X falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is smaller than the average among its peers with 14.1 cu. ft.
Trim | 2017 500X Pop | 2017 500X Trekking | 2017 500X Lounge |
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Starging MSRP | $19,995 | $23,350 | $25,150 |
Engine | 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.4L Inline-4 | 2.4L Inline-4 |
HP | 160 hp | 180 hp | 180 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 25 MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
Highway | 33 MPG | 30 MPG | 30 MPG |
Combined | 28 MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,500 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
2017 500X SUV comes in three trim levels, with an average price that is $4,158 less compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, 500X has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 25.6 mpg.
Customers have filed eleven complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There is also one recall issued by FIAT, which by itself is a relatively low number.