DecodedCars2024 Fiat 500e
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Body styles
- Bev 2dr Hatchback
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- EV
- EV range
- 149 mi · 6.2 h on 240 V
- Length
- 142.9 in
- Curb weight
- 2,952 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Short EV rangeUp to 149 miles on a charge (EPA) — plan around charging.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Fiat 500e is a minicompact car powered by electricity and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 143 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 91-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,952 lb.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 149 miles and takes about 6.2 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2024
- Longest EV range up from 84 to 149 miles
Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 500e →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Mirafiori, Italy
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 2 2024 500e configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bev 2dr Hatchback | 142.9 in | 74 in | 66.1 in | 91.3 in | 57.9 / 57.9 in | 2,952 lb | 59/41 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500e EV | 87 kW DCPM | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 149 mi · 29.1808 kWh/100mi | – | $650 | – |
| 500e All Season EV | 87 kW DCPM | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 141 mi · 30.5327 kWh/100mi | – | $700 | – |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 Fiat 500e.
Recalls (2)
Exterior Lighting › Headlights · Oct 21, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V715000 · 2,195 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Fiat 500e Battery Electric (BEV) vehicles. The headlight horizontal aim adjustment is not covered as intended, which can result in improperly adjusted headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will install headlight adjustment plugs. Owner notification letters were mailed December 10, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is A4C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 28, 2025.
Seat Belts › Front · Jul 3, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V510000 · 337,128 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia, 2018-2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, 2019-2023 Fiat 500X, Jeep Renegade, and 2024 Fiat 500E vehicles. A seat belt buckle switch sensor may be improperly connected, preventing the front seat air bag from deploying as intended.
- Risk
- A front seat air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will repair the connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning August 27, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 82B.
Not every 2024 Fiat 500e is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Fiat 500e buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 2 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 1 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 3,730 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Battery health. Ask for a battery state-of-health report, check the remaining battery warranty, and compare the displayed range at 100% charge with the EPA's 149 miles.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Fiat 500e. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
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