The Fiat 500X may not be as flashy as some of its rivals, but the crossover car shines on its own with its unique set of features that get the job done right. The wide range of available upgrades also gives buyers a lot of option to customize their car in order to fit their driving style.
The Fiat 500X banks on the already impressive set of features from its smaller sibling, the Fiat 500. The 500X model adds more space and an all-weather driving capability while still retaining its gorgeous Italian style. According to Car and Driver, the 500X sports some solid chassis, an accurate electric power steering, and well-controlled body motions.
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At the heart of the Fiat 500X is a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine with 160-horsepower. It is available in all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive options, partnered with a six-speed manual transmission.
A more powerful 2.4-liter 180horsepower model is also available. It can be configured to have an all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive option, with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
Adding the all-wheel-drive option adds $1,900 to the price tag of the higher-end models. A Fiat 500X with all-wheel drive starts at $25,195 and can shoot up to $29,995 depending on the options added. A bare bones 500X model with front-wheel drive starts at $20,995, according to Eagle Tribune.
In terms of fuel economy, the Fiat 500X has a rating of 25mpg for city and 34mpg on the highway. The crossover has a 12.7-gallon fuel capacity and weighs 2,989 pounds. It has a 101-inch wheelbase, it stands 63 inches, 167 inches long, and 75 inches wide.
Fiat decided to reclassify the 500X as a crossover SUV. Many motoring analysts deemed this as a smart move as consumers are slowly shifting towards crossover models, and this segment of the market has seen a meteoric rise over the past few years.
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