2016 Fiat 500X | CarGurus Test Drive Review

[@roadstar5975]

I purchased a pre owned 500 X that looks just like this a year ago. It had 86,000 miles on it and ran great. I now have 94,000 miles and still runs great. It has a 2.5 L engine and 9 speed automatic. Really like the car and hope it lasts another 90,000 miles. 👍

[@streisand1994]

I just bought the Fiat 500x Easy and love it. This is my 6th Fiat and I have NEVER had any problem with any of them. None have not started and none have been in the shop other than for service or tyre changes.

[@michaelnewberry6216]

This car is an absolute blast to drive and I've had no problems so far. Handling, steering are surprisingly good for a crossover, and engine performance is very good, especially in Sport mode. I was an early adopter, having bought a 500x Lounge AWD at the beginning of October. It now has 15,000 miles of highway, urban, and "rural" driving in Arizona, where the extra ground clearance of the 500x and AWD traction mode are useful surprisingly often. External lights are really good and add to the "safe" feeling of the vehicle, with outstanding side sweep from the headlights to catch animals approaching the road. As a matter of personal taste, I find the Euro styling -- especially inside -- far more exhilarating, without being gimmicky, than what's offered by Japanese automakers. The sunroof just adds to that feeling. The perforated leather seats keep sweat to a minimum, unlike the unbreathable solid leather offered by many other makes. Our long-term fuel efficiency is in the high 20's, and it goes above 30 when driving a straight road at 65. The Nav/technology is excellent and intuitive (the best system I've used when comparing several brands), and I like the fact that it works exactly like in my Grand Cherokee, although the screen has a smaller footprint for the smaller vehicle. The sound quality from the radio included with the nav package (not the expensive Beats upgrade) is surprisingly good, with no lack of base (as I can hear when my daughter is still a few hundred feet from home). Trunk space is indeed limited but that was obviously a tradeoff for the extra knee room in the back seats. My only complaint so far is that it would be nice for them to include 2 lengthwise running roof bars for those who would like to create a roof-rack by adding cross-members as on my Jeep. In summary: So far, so good!

[@danmt87]

Hey Michael I was reading your comment and I just bought a 500X trekking plus because i like the exterior and interior design as you mention, i was just wondering hows the material quality on the interior and do you hear any bsr noises on the inside when using it off road? And hows the speed response with the 180hp? Thanks!

[@buildmorefarms1007]

2 years later how is it Michael?

[@buildmorefarms1007]

Daniel how is your 500x trekking plus holding up?

[@MThrow]

My son bought a 500 Abarth over a year ago and it has been flawless in it's performance. The construction quality was VERY good, and it's a blast to drive. My wife and I were so impressed that we went to the Fiat dealership and test drove a 500x, we are picking up our 2017 500x tomorrow. I feel that the past is past as far as Fiat having reliability issues, and I spent some time talking to other owners of the 500x and they all seemed to be happy with theirs overall. Great review, and I'm glad you pointed out both pros AND cons, because now I can keep an eye out for any shifting issues with the 9 speed transmission.

[@buildmorefarms1007]

How is the 500x so far?

[@denault3985]

To answer the crash test question, the IIHS gave the 500X a Top Safety Pick Plus award.

[@frenchguy4888]

Yes, I watched the IIHS videos for all of Fiat's vehicles, and so far this 500X appears to be the safest.

[@codyjasper9691]

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[@lionelelisha4167]

@Cody Jasper Lately I have been using flixzone. You can find it by googling =)

[@izaiahbrayden63]

@Cody Jasper Try FlixZone. Just search on google for it =)

[@aronjames5109]

@Lionel Elisha yup, have been using FlixZone for since march myself =)

[@robzembower23]

I test drove the automatic and wasn't impressed, but the 1.4 turbo/ manual combination turned out to be a whole lot of fun!

[@drj9132]

I just purchased a 2016 Fiat 500x after having a 2012 500. My 500 I put almost 150k on it before selling it. This 500x is a 2016 with only 12k miles. Looking forward to some slight tasteful mods and driving it for a long time.

[@leiaj3717]

Currently on my way to pick up my 2017

[@vanessagarcia820]

so how did you like it after all? I'm going to get mine tomorrow.

[@buildmorefarms1007]

And has it been reliable?

[@bpsyked1627]

Good and well thought review.

[@Statimtek]

Thanks for mentioning reliability. So few car reviews address that or the cost for parts. Important aspects to considering plunking down around 30 Grand for a car.

[@buildmorefarms1007]

I paid 21,498 for a 2019 500x...nowhere near 30 grand.

[@Fearlessmco]

@@buildmorefarms1007 how is it going so far? I’m thinking of buying one, any repairs or anything?

[@buildmorefarms1007]

@@Fearlessmco No repairs, 100% reliable, excellent in snow, lifetime mpg 29.5 avg in mixed driving. Id buy it again.

[@Fearlessmco]

@@buildmorefarms1007 thank you so much for getting back to me! What year did you get and how many miles?

[@buildmorefarms1007]

@@Fearlessmco 2019 brand new. Its a great little car.

[@sadramirez]

I loved this review, it’s super helpful

[@mchantloup5]

Or--OR--Car Guru, you could skip the lame-o automatic transmission altogether and get the nice, 6-speed manual transmission with that sweet, torquey little 1.4 liter turbo for a real sports-car experience.

[@JelenaW]

that problem with speed shifts is non existent in Europe, cause most are with manual transmission.

[@ThousanWhite]

I'm really looking forward to the upcoming more powerful 2017 500X

[@buildmorefarms1007]

The 2019 is the new more powerful 500x and it is fun!

[@bestcarreview5021]

Cool 😀 🤩 2016 Fiat 500x review .

[@Sweeteater]

Why 2.4L here in Denmark you get 1.3L as the biggest gas engine and 1.6L as the biggest diesel?

[@HOLY_FRIJOLES]

Because dodge

[@lcar4000]

No manual available with AWD, sorry to say

[@connieyates3805]

I like mine so much...so cute and it is roomy . It does seem to shift weird sometimes and that's about all i see wrong with it.

[@buildmorefarms1007]

Connie has it been reliable? Any issues?

[@therasheck]

Good review. Thank you.

[@genekelly8467]

Now that FIAT is leaving the North American market, can you get these cheap?

[@Nikkieban_95]

The car has 55,000 miles and I like the car

[@metalaras999]

im soo afraaid that the lounge model in specific doesnt come in europe , aat least it doesnt come to greece!!! pls tell me im wrong i love this car !!!

[@laurabaillie623]

what is this colour called?

[@tpv59]

Gelato White, I do believe.

[@carinecarinesimon312]

S il vous plait qui pourrait me dire où se trouve le papier qui me dit pour l’expression des pneus car ma voiture demande fiât 500 x svp

[@SHADOWBOXERBAYBEE]

Very thorough review. Not much headroom of what I could see. You strongly resemble the late John Ritter :)

[@chrishuber8930]

SHADOWBOXERBAYBEE it's because the seats were all the way up and he's probably about 6'3"

[@russellfinch7416]

He had the seat all the way up when I drive my wife's 500x I like to put the seat a lot lower plenty of Headroom then

[@Nikkieban_95]

And I love that car so much

[@danielknight7660]

Is it normal for the valves to be knocking clicking? just bought 500x trekking. 2016 with 4 year warranty

[@p.thomas4099]

As far as i know it is normal for these kind of engines, you dont have to worry about that. Only you have to keep the engine oil level in max or at least in middle. The tickling noise is less with high engine oil level and better much better fuel.

[@buildmorefarms1007]

Direct injection

[@yourfavoriteMex]

Yeah try using a higher engine oil level. Recommended on the FIATs are premium unleaded. That knocking and clicking must be the standard oil which is the bare minimum fuel it requires.

[@mainsfortes5778]

Its a small car. It comes with a small trunk.

[@richardwrynn824]

The 9 speed transmission still needs refinement. This gearbox alone is what has drove down Chrysler Fiat satisfaction ratings.

[@genekelly8467]

Why is the gas mileage so poor? Should be >30 MPG.

[@jeanninewalston7658]

I average about 33 with mine and it’s a turbo!

[@russellfinch7416]

My wife 500x barely gets 20 mi to the gallon

[@roarpal6314]

its really a good car!

[@ianalexander2017]

Looks good

[@hyukri]

I almost got this but the fuel economy isn't great.

[@andyjohnson7528]

Really

[@hyukri]

@@andyjohnson7528 Yeah - this is one of my dream cars and I still even remember Fiat got fined millions by the U.S. govt for coming short on the fuel economy standards… But even with that sanction newer versions are still not much improved.

[@andyjohnson7528]

@@hyukri so what did you get

[@hyukri]

@@andyjohnson7528 2016 Chevrolet volt!

[@ianalexander2017]

. Looks good

[@Spikernaut]

Any who tells you that Fiat makes a good car call any and I mean any mechanic and ask them what they think first. My wife owns a 2016 500x pro trecking and it has multiple issues on and off

[@stephanieortiz4365]

What kind of problem is your wife having I just bought one but it's kicking back when we pushing the gas. Would you happen to know what's wrong with it

[@Spikernaut]

No sorry we ended up Fixing my wife’s by trading it in lol

[@Nikkieban_95]

That car is so cute

[@monument4852]

1:43 A Fixed Steering Wheel ! FUCKED WHEN YOU NEED TO TURN THEN ?????

[@MentosLentosPesosDollaDollajaj]

Show the car, not your face!

[@shadowdance4666]

Fix It Again Tony = FIAT Peugeot rule the roost Hail Hydra

[@Unicoseti]

stupid comment , 500x is very reliable US auto = low quality fix your mind Ahahahahha!!!

[@shadowdance4666]

Unicoseti have yew ever owned a Fiat back in the day? Very reliably unreliable. Past indicators are the usual benchmark I don't buy US autos. So we agree on that. German autos used to be good until they mastered the art of planned obsolescence. The parts are grossly overpriced

[@ACS402010]

Ignore him...he's more than likely a Toyota or a Honda snob who's jealous because the particular FIAT model is better looking than anything Honda or Toyota has ever produced.

[@shadowdance4666]

You're joking right. I've seen the 500 up close. Took a walk around or two. Nothing wow wee there. Just another mini bus. Peugeot makes much better looking cars. Better driving too I'll bet. I haven't driven a 500 yet. Perhaps this winter with some snow on the ground I will just to see if it crashes. HAHAHAHA LOSZERO

[@ACS402010]

shadowdance4666 Work on your comebacks. That was lame.