The FIAT 500 is an iconic model from the Italian automaker. The automobile is widely regarded as one of the best-selling sedans from the brand. Of late, it is considered an iconic car because of its compact shape, retro styling design, and rounded front lights. The FIAT 500 is an ideal city car for singles, office-goers, and small families. Check out some of the top features of this vehicle below.

FIAT 500
The FIAT 500 is available as a two-door, four-seater, hatchback, or convertible model. It is easy and comfortable to ride, easy to navigate in busy streets, and easy to park and maintain. The car is available in three trims – Pop, Lounge, and Abarth, and is powered by a turbocharged 1.4 liter, four-cylinder engine, producing 135 horsepower and 150 pound-feet of torque. All the trims come with a front-wheel-drive (FWD) with a five-speed manual transmission and an optional six-speed automatic transmission.

Pop trim
The Pop is the entry-level model and the cheapest trim of the 2019 FIAT 500. Some of its standard features are listed below.

• 16-inch Titanium Semi-Gloss wheels
• Fog lights
• Height-adjustable driver’s seat
• 50/50 foldable rear seats
• Cloth upholstery
• Keyless locking and unlocking
• Cruise control
• 7-inch color driver information display
• 5-inch center touchscreen with FIAT Chrysler’s Uconnect information interface
• Voice control
• 6-speaker Alpine audio system
• 2 USB ports for charging and smartphone integration
• Optional airconditioning at additional cost

Pop’s fuel economy is 30 mpg for manual and 27 mpg for automatic transmission.

Lounge trim
The engines and dimensions are similar to the Pop trim. The Lounge had additional safety and tech features in comparison to the Pop. They include chrome exterior trim, a fixed glass roof, rear parking sensors, and satellite radio. Some other salient features of the FIAT 500 Lounge include –

• 16-inch tech silver wheels
• Heated front seats
• Leather-trimmed seats
• Chrome power heated mirrors
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Automatic temperature control
• Rearview camera
• Fixed sunroof
• Heated mirrors
• 5-inch touchscreen radio with phone connectivity

Abarth trim
Abarth is the premium and high-end trim of the FIAT 500. It has all the Lounge’s features, adding multiple unique and upgraded technical and mechanical features. One of the essential upgrades was in the engine. While the engine was a similar 1.4 liter, four-cylinder engine, it was redesigned and more powerful, producing 160 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque. The additional upgraded features of the 2019 Abarth are –

• More stylish exteriors
• More elegant interiors
• Performance exhaust system
• Rear Spoiler
• Premium cloth upholstery
• Sports steering wheel
• Sunroof for coupe models
• 17-inch wheels
• Beats Audio system
• Navigation system

Optional add-ons
The difference between the three trims is the features, and you can add individual add-ons for Pop or Lounge to make it as advanced as the Abarth model. Owners can choose from about 100 accessory combinations to make their cars safer and more comfortable. Some individual add-ons include a sunroof for coupe models, 16-inch and 17-inch wheels, a Beats audio upgrade, six speakers with subwoofers in the trunk, and a navigation system.

Cargo
The FIAT 500 is best suited for singles, couples, or small families and families with young children. There is sufficient leg room and elbow room in the front. The rear seats are ideal for children. It also has a trunk space of 5.4 cubic feet, which might be difficult during long-distance travel with more than two or three pieces of luggage. In addition, you can create additional boot space by folding the rear seat if only one or two people are traveling.

The FIAT 500 is a great car that perfectly blends comfort and convenience. It is nice to drive and appears fantastic inside and out. To discover more features and specifications of the automobile, get in touch with the nearest dealer or book a test drive.