DecodedCars2021 Fiat 500
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2021 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 1.3L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 26 combined · 24 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 148 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 41 similar 2021 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2021 Fiat 500 is a small SUV offered with a 1.3L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (24 city / 30 highway), 9% better than the 2021 small SUV average of 23.9 MPG, for an estimated $2,600 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2021
- Engine dropped: 1.4L 4-cyl turbo
Compared with 2020; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2020 500 →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500X AWD | 1.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 30 / 26 | +9% | $2,600 | 356 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2021 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2021 Fiat 500.
Similar 2021 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Fiat 500 (this car) | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Toyota RAV4 | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime | 38 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2021 Honda CR-V | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2021 Ford Bronco | 21 MPG | Not rated | 20 |
| 2021 Hyundai Tucson | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2021 Subaru Forester | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Fiat 500.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2021 Fiat 500 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2021 Fiat 500 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2021 Fiat 500 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 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 |
| 2020 500 | 26 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 500 | 30 | 139.8 in | Not rated | 1 | 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 →