DecodedCars2019 Fiat 500
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Body styles
- 2 Dr Hatchback, 2 Dr Hatchback Abarth, C 2 Dr Hatchback Convertible, C 2 Dr Hatchback Convertible Abarth
- Engines
- 1.4L 4-cyl turbo, 1.3L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 30 combined · 28 city / 33 hwy
- Length
- 139.8–144.5 in
- Curb weight
- 2,355–2,491 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 30 MPG combined — 31% better than the average 2019 minicompact car (22.9 MPG).
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2019 Fiat 500 is a minicompact car offered with 2 engines (1.4L 4-cyl turbo and 1.3L 4-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 140 inches long and 64 inches wide on a 91-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,355 lb (2 Dr Hatchback).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (28 city / 33 highway), 31% better than the 2019 minicompact car average of 22.9 MPG, for an estimated $2,600 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2019
- Engine added: 1.3L 4-cyl turbo
- All-wheel or four-wheel drive now available
Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 500 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Dr Hatchback | 139.8 in | 64.2 in | 59.8 in | 90.6 in | 55.9 / 55.1 in | 2,355 lb | 62/38 |
| 2 Dr Hatchback Abarth | 144.5 in | 64.2 in | 59.1 in | 90.6 in | 55.5 / 55.5 in | 2,491 lb | 62/38 |
| C 2 Dr Hatchback Convertible | 139.8 in | 64.2 in | 59.8 in | 90.6 in | 55.9 / 55.1 in | 2,421 lb | 63/37 |
| C 2 Dr Hatchback Convertible Abarth | 144.5 in | 64.2 in | 59.1 in | 90.6 in | 55.5 / 55.5 in | 2,491 lb | 62/38 |
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 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 33 / 30 | +31% | $2,750 | 299 |
| 500 Abarth | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 33 / 30 | +31% | $2,750 | 299 |
| 500 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 32 / 27 | +18% | $3,050 | 326 |
| 500 Abarth | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 32 / 27 | +18% | $3,050 | 326 |
| 500X AWD | 1.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 30 / 26 | +9% | $2,600 | 342 |
| 500 L | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | -17% | $3,300 | 356 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 FIAT 500 3 HB FWD | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 3★ | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 14.7% |
Recalls (1)
Tires › Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems · Jun 25, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V474000 · 12,675 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not illuminate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
- Risk
- A TPMS warning light that fails to illuminate can result in the vehicle being driven with improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will reprogram the TPMS electronic control unit module, free of charge. Owners were mailed July 11, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 80B.
Not every 2019 Fiat 500 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2019 Fiat 500 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2019 Fiat 500 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Fiat 500. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other 500 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 500 | 26 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 500 | 26 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 500 | 26 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 500 | 26 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 500 | 30 | 139.8 in | Not rated | 1 | 5 |
| 2017 500 | 34 | 139.8 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 14 |
| 2016 500 | 34 | 139.8 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 14 |
| 2015 500 | 34 | 139.8 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 92 |
| 2014 500 | 33 | 139.8 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 107 |
| 2013 500 | 34 | 139.8 in | Not rated | 3 | 150 |
| 2012 500 | 32 | 139.8 in | Not rated | 3 | 335 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Fiat. How we calculate this →