DecodedCars2017 Fiat 500 L
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- Body styles
- 500l 4dr Hatchback
- Engines
- 1.4L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 22 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- 167.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3,254 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints1 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 123 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 25 MPG combined, 14% below the 2017 small station wagon average of 29 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 6 similar 2017 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2017 Fiat 500 L is a small station wagon offered with a 1.4L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 167 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 103-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,254 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 30 highway), 14% worse than the 2017 small station wagon average of 29 MPG, for an estimated $3,300 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the vehicle speed control.
What changed for 2017
- Best combined MPG down from 28 to 25
Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 500 L →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500l 4dr Hatchback | 167.3 in | 70.5 in | 65 in | 102.8 in | 59.4 / 59.4 in | 3,254 lb | 61/39 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 L | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | -14% | $3,300 | 356 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Fiat 500 L.
Similar 2017 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Fiat 500 L (this car) | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Honda Fit | 36 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2017 Honda HR-V | 31 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2017 Kia Niro | 50 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2017 Nissan Juke | 29 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 238 mi | Not rated | 4 |
| 2017 Kia Soul | 28 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Fiat 500 L.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2017 Fiat 500 L is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2017 Fiat 500 L buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Fiat 500 L. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other 500 L years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 500 L | 25 | 167.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 500 L | 28 | 167.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
| 2015 500 L | 28 | 167.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 23 |
| 2014 500 L | 28 | 167.3 in | Not rated | 3 | 158 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Fiat. How we calculate this →