The 2020 Fiat 500X Gets Much Needed Upgrades But Doesn't Really Stand Out

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The #Fiat500X was supposed to be the SUV savior for the #Fiat brand in America. Unfortunately, the #500X was never really the sales champ that Fiat had hoped for and is even outsold by the cheeky #Fiat500 hatchback family. For 2020, Fiat is making some small changes, a new 1.5L turbo engine, revised infotainment system, and a tweaked look on the inside and outside.

[@AdrianNaccari]

Wow so many haters. I wonder if any of have even sat in, let alone, driven in one. Let me start by saying it out performs any American car in it’s class, and probably most Europen counterparts as well. It’s a solid feeling car with great performance and is very comfortable for it’s size on long trips.

[@emiramick5305]

that's true. While not best car around it certainly beats generic products from Chevy or Ford but most Americans will still stick to "domestic " brands.

[@KC-ed1dj]

I agree. Most critics have never even sat in one.

[@markedwardking2335]

I agree! my first 500 (2015, 5-speed) I drove for 85K, zero issues. My second 500 (2016, automatic) I drove for 100K, zero issues. Recently bought a 2018 500x and love it! It's a solid, well-built car with plenty of character. "Haters gonna hate." Again, have you actually owned one, or are you just piping off? Moreover, if you hate them, why did you watch the review? Asking for a friend...

[@uncovidvaxxforthestrongand3582]

nnaahhhhhhh

[@Mmantis]

facts !

[@japanesecinema6736]

I have a 2018 Fiat 500x Urbana... No problems. Bought it used. Love it. Haters gonna hate.

[@Datsun7705]

update us 5-10 years later

[@KC-ed1dj]

@@Datsun7705 Have a 2016 500x. It's over 5 years old now. Love it! No problems.

[@cocoheffer]

Idk why fiat gets gets shit on so bad? Most people in the comments probably haven’t even sat in one. They’re so luxurious inside compared to Honda’s, fords, kia’s... they’re no bmw but they’re fantastic in their own way.

[@johnmalandrino2766]

I've had no problem with my 500x and this is the second I've had. I completely recommend this car it's gorgeous in and out and is best car in its class The only people who complain about this car are people who never drove one.

[@JogBird]

FIAT will likely pull out of the NA market.. would not touch

[@biglee13m]

I give 2022 max

[@webcomment8895]

If they do, what’s Chrysler going to use to keep their CAFE numbers at acceptable levels? Chrysler has a lot of gas guzzlers.

[@thatredmanguy]

Too bad. When they did get the right vehicle for the right market, it was too little too late. Other than that, if FIAT made the effort of making cars that Americans would want or buy, it could've work out for them. How unfortunate. 🤷

[@RobbieHerrera]

I'm almost convinced that the issues we're having here in the USA has to do with not knowing how to maintain and fix them properly. They sell a ton of them in Europe and they don't seem to have the problems we're having.

[@KC-ed1dj]

I have a 2016 model in the US and have had no major issues. What problema are people having?

[@RobbieHerrera]

@@KC-ed1dj all sorts of reliability issues from mechanical to electrical.

[@wendysremix]

Its the same as a jeep renegade even the same engine in the US

[@JoRock-kj7qh]

I had read that that tiny 2020 models and later have been doing a lot better

[@UnknownNY-ee7vb]

I have a 2017 model in that color. I think it has a 2.4 liter engine. I have been through one tire and oil changes in those three years. I can easily smoke any Honda or Toyota when in sport mode. Also if I drove like a grandma on the highway I could get 30 mpg. I have no idea what people are talking about. It’s literally the most reliable car I’ve ever owned by far. Look at the leather on the door that’s more leather than on my armchair in my house.

[@NaijaBull]

Delusional, you're just trying to make yourself feel better about the dumb decision you made lol

[@medluc]

@@NaijaBull We got a Freud here

[@KC-ed1dj]

Love my 2016 model, too!

[@UnknownNY-ee7vb]

@@KC-ed1dj 3 years later, Still going strong nothing went wrong since then.

[@ostadfiha4225]

Scotty Kilmer : Oh shit! here we go again!

[@randymurray934]

LOL i was thinking the same thing

[@alexsaab8089]

Scotty Kilmer sucks... I mean so does the car

[@ostadfiha4225]

Fiat sucks. They also failed in India because of the poor quality.

[@toyotabrony]

Alex Saab ur stupid dude. Scotty kilmer is a very awesome honest mechanic. Yeah he sucks for being honest and tells the truth about it. Pff

[@alexsaab8089]

@@toyotabrony Sorry you feel that way Scotty Kilmer is a dumb ass, and gives dangerous advice

[@KC-ed1dj]

I have a 2016 fully-loaded model that I bought new for a great price early that year and I LOVE it. Have had it maintained on schedule always at the dealer. Didn't need a new battery until this year (5 years). Switched out tires for 1st time end of 2019. Maybe people need to stop taking these to random car shops who aren't familiar with the car. I see tons of these in Europe. Think here in America people just love to promote stereotypes. This car doesn't deserve all the hate.

[@henrypopejr1028]

Own a 14 500l trekking 119K fiats been reliable to me.

[@franksala3171]

Great car

[@angelito4058]

2014 trekking w/manual transmission owner here. Mine is at almost 89,000 and I am 100% happy with it. Nothing but regular maintenance and no issues neither. The only critism I have with the brand is that they got rid of the manual transmission. That 1 desision was a deal breaker for me. I will not buy a new one just because of that. Let us continue to enjoy our awesome cars.

[@michelebicc6983]

It’s really sad to read that the 500X is unreliable. In Europe is not having severe problems, but here is sold with different engines and different transmissions

[@szymonsoltysik-zalinski7496]

O well . We love them in Europe and we know how to change gears 🤪 . Style first , practicality second 😉

[@KC-ed1dj]

I am in America and love mine too! 😘🚗

[@kaylebmessany1355]

@@KC-ed1dj I just bought one and I love it! It is an amazing car!!!!!!!!!

[@megaxboxx]

anyone who buys this new out of the dealership deserve the L they just got.

[@kevs2good133]

Whoever buys this at all.

[@briannavarrete49]

The 500 *L* owners got it

[@KC-ed1dj]

Bought mine new off the lot in 2016. Fully-loaded for a steal. It still looks new and have had zero issues. If you don't take care of a car, ANY car can become problematic.

[@emiramick5305]

It doesn't stand out compared to what exactly? It has unique styling (inside and out), newest gen of small displacement turbo engine and one of the best AWD systems available. You have right to like or dislike it but you can't really say it doesn't stand out.

[@markmccracken6951]

The interior and exterior colors are nice. That's about it.

[@jett5084]

Well that's your opinion

[@lupefigo4334]

I am totally swimming against the current here, but I have been looking at these for a few weeks and I spoke with a lady last week who bought her fiat in 2013 and has never had a problem with hers (only one factory recall) that was taken care of buy her dealership. She told me she got hers after her sister got one the year before in 2012 and her sister loved hers and never had a problem with it. I cannot find a lot of avaliable inventory right now, I think my city has 5 new ones avaliable. It's probably the old chicken and the egg problem. They don't sell a lot because there aren't many avaliable, but there aren't many avaliable because they don't sell a lot!

[@KC-ed1dj]

I have a 2016 in the US and it's been great. No major issues. Couple cosmetic things, like one door handle cover broke (after 4.5 years). Never has had me stranded. Have taken it on one 900 total miles roadtrip as well. I love my car so much I named it. I highly recommend it. At least, the 2016 Lounge model.

[@patrickbolmeyer9515]

$35K? You can buy a base model VW Arteon for that!

[@2GR_XSE]

You can buy a LS460 for that money

[@patrickbolmeyer9515]

In all fairness I’m speaking about a new car purchase, not used.

[@crbb3099]

@@patrickbolmeyer9515 New car, top of the line as well. I'm sure you can push up anything else in the segment that high too, nothing too surprising.

[@2GR_XSE]

Patrick Bolmeyer but why buy a base model of a new car when you can buy a fully loaded one that’s one or two years old and get it for half the price?

[@patrickbolmeyer9515]

Hector Manuel - to be a fair comparison you have to compare new vs new imho.

[@TalismanPHX]

Fix-It-Again-Tony = FIAT..... now paired with PSA French engineering and quality.... YIKES. 🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@henrikpetersen]

You dont know what you are talking about, the french makes good relaible cars. Its a plus for Fiat getting some french technology!

[@williamegler8771]

Peugeot is more reliable/durable that FIAT.

[@megaxboxx]

I really dont see anyone other than 24 years old women buying these

[@Alex-pu3ef]

60+ yr old i see sometimes

[@BeverlyDTV]

45-60yo women are all I see here in Houston. These and the absolutely awful 500Ls

[@ivanlowjones]

That's a very specific age in your non-verifiable demographic.

[@neubauerjoseph]

why dont you buy one it will be one of your favorite cars.

[@Alex-pu3ef]

@@neubauerjoseph i drive a 2012 highlander limited ,im not goona drive junk fiat ever!

[@InvestBetter.]

They still sell crap here? WTF?

[@josephcabosky2049]

I just bought a 2023. Its last year in U.S. 1200 miles in and so far so good. I got it $4000 below invoice AND 0% financing + servicing thru my local dealer til 30k. It's fun to drive. Of course, Fiat folks love its style. The main complaints I hear about in reviews (7in touch screen, tight back seat and boot if not folded down) don't matter to me since it's 99% just me and a chihuahua. Had three people and a dog on a road trip this week and had enough room for us with three carry ons plus book bags plus tons of dog stuff without having to fold any seats. Love the height (beyond ground clearance, seats sit high and I fit just fine at 6ft), four doors, and AWD are great for me for a car its size. Seats are firm, but that works well for my back - plenty of standard safety features as well. I also love the LED lights, front and back. I'm not a huge Stellantis person, but the UConnect of theirs is pretty great, though I mostly keep it in Android Auto. I get the rare downshift comment, but for a subcompact crossover, it takes off when I need it and has plenty of power on highway and city driving. And I like the Italian purr it has. Combined driving, I've been getting about 29mpg in mixed driving. On highway only, I actually got about 34mpg on my first trip. That trip was also during a huge flooding rainstorm; I selected the rain/snow mode, and it did great in terrible weather. I know the resale value will be poor, but between the insurance savings (mine was $400 lower than my much cheaper Versa), the 0% interest (worth thousands in the end), and a $4000 markdown, more than a wash on that front. So far, I love it. And even if lasts me 50-100k before I pick something new, very happy a month in.

[@jonathanpontremoli4268]

I have one and it’s i love it it’s amazing ok!

[@jonathanpontremoli4268]

Actually I traded in now and I got a 2020 Hyundai🤣but I love my new car lol

[@kaga1310]

had a rental for a day, terrible ride, bad seats

[@vr6gls]

The average “Karen” and “Kyle” is killing the enthusiast market in the American auto industry. Everything fun is being replaced by boring, generic crossovers, that offer no driver involvement. 👎 I’ll never understand why someone would buy these subcompact “CUV’s” over a normal hatchback. 🤦‍♂️

[@willthorson4543]

It's a lot better looking...but still a fiat...

[@bigteddy66]

Yes it is still a Fiat... What else would it be...

[@neubauerjoseph]

Mr. Redline I am upset that you are bashing this fiat , its a great car I am looking to get into one. I think its much better then anything in its class and your complains are not because of anything but because you just dont like that its small. So you dont know its been standard since 2017 on the apple car play, ever since they moved to the 7 inch uconnect. As far a features its the same as the bigger unconnects.

[@williamburgoon1834]

fiat is trash

[@snowtopics4186]

William Burgoon how?

[@neubauerjoseph]

@@williamburgoon1834 it’s not trash 🗑 it’s 😋 yummy

[@williamburgoon1834]

So much more better options ans would be lucky to have over 100k miles

[@neubauerjoseph]

@@williamburgoon1834 I would bet you if you take car if this car it will last longer then the toyota CHR and the honda HRV. Fiat make great realible cars.

[@frankmarzig1972]

Fix it again Tony is from when i was a kid back in the 80's and its awesome you know it too!

[@howardkerr8174]

Boring shade of blue metallic? When is the last time you saw a blue car? Or at least a blue car that was noticeable as blue and not possibly black?

[@leightonmann]

I wonder if it would be better received by the automotive press if they had offered the 6 speed? The autoboxes are awful in these and most other applications. BUT I ended up buying a 500X with the 1.4 turbo and a 6 speed. It is so much more fun than anything else in its class that I tested (total sleeper). Sadly, that's not available any longer.

[@emmanuelsantiago8424]

I'm have f 150 lariat for 2016 and a 2016 fiat and the material inside the fiat it's better than the lariat.so people here looks like just talking. But they don't know much.

[@Datsun7705]

interior materials don't really matter, it's how long the engine and transmission will last

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

Nicer but the quality I bet u on the ford is bette

[@crbb3099]

Kind of disappoints me that Fiat never took off, again, in NA. I think the 500x is actually one of the best looking in the segment, but considering how so many mainstream buyers have it hardwired into their heads that you should only buy Honda/Toyota, it's not surprising to see. It took KIA/Hyundai decades to reach a respectable level of market share while having to offer very reliable cars cheaper than the Japanese. With how Fiat has been doing, it just won't work out for them. The European premium and charm is lost when the reliability takes such a huge hit. Shame.

[@KC-ed1dj]

How in the world did FIAT ever think they were going to win over the American market without an adeauate ad campaign??? I have owned one since 2016 and can't recall seeing any ads in magas or on TV in years. And when I did see an ad it was maybe once or twice. Pitiful marketing.

[@crbb3099]

@@KC-ed1dj I don’t think Fiat/Alfa ever really made money for FCA, they were printing money with trucks and Grand Caravans, probably didn’t even need to bother with ads for Fiat. I’ve seen some ads for Alfa Romeo though, nothing substantial in any case.

[@gransport4246]

I haven’t driven a great 9 or 10 speed automatic from any American or Asian manufacturer especially the Ford 10 speed which is clunky and slow and so is the GM 9 speed. However GM’s programming on their 10 speed which was developed with Ford is better. Personally the two best are the ZF 8 speed which is awesome along with the Mazda 6 speed. Porsche’s 7spd and Mazda’s 6spd manuals are great too.

[@johnnymichael1804]

I swear he just tested one of these like a month ago..... Edit - nevermind that was the Renegade.

[@mmsvg]

Towing capacity is actually 2000lbs and not 1000

[@alexoger]

04:05 was literally me half watching this video 😂♥️

[@johnhenrymcmahon6878]

I really like this little Italian cutie! A lot of character. Unique.

[@toyotabrony]

It’s gonna loose a lot of character once it falls apart in the end 🤣🤣🤣 and it’s not gonna be cute

[@kaylebmessany1355]

If you read the manual of the Fiat. It doesn't recommend that you use premium. It says you should use it when the temperature is low enough and or winter time temps.

[@rottiediesel]

34k for that?? I’ll stick to a Mazda CX-30.

[@carbrickscity]

That 1.3 makes more torque than my 2.5.

[@maximerebelo6601]

I miss the old way the videos were. This is so mixed-up, I don't appreciate it.

[@mohxbox]

They said in previous videos that they are gonna switch back to the old format

[@maximerebelo6601]

@@mohxbox a good thing cause it's getting heavy!

[@iSlandeRon]

Yeah and the redline rating he was doing was over quick. Like he's gotten lazy.

[@miken4391]

I find your statement claiming to be objective in this review, a short time after giving a subjective opinion about the paint color , laughable. You don't kick a dog when he's down, and you don't say you're going to be fair when you've already tainted the subject matter. Just saying, subjectively.

[@andybub45]

I love it when people dont realize that the 500x and Jeep Renegade are the same exact thing 😂 both junk

[@EricV485]

@hiroshima thompson probably an overstatement.

[@tyronevalle3109]

My fiancee has a 2016 trekking awd with 89xxx miles and we've never had an issue. Not to mention we drove it to Los Angeles from St Louis and back twice in the summer. Without the kids though, I will say it is small. With the kids we use our 2012 explorer.

[@angelito4058]

@@tyronevalle3109 I have a 2014 500L trekking w/manual transmission at 89000 miles. I have driven the 2,400 miles (through Canada)stretch between alaska and WA state 3 times. 100% happy with the car.

[@Jacobk66]

It makes for an interesting rental car choice instead of the typical Escape or Equinox 😂

[@kevinfreeman2293]

Dude I love your reviews and you have great knowledge of the industry, beating most to the punch with new car reviews. Though I must say your should smile occasionally, you actually look like your sad these days or maybe just complacent. Keep up the great work but please let it show that you live what you do for a living, have some fun!

[@briannavarrete49]

5:26 the face and reaction of the typical Fiat owner

[@mariohernandez645]

My daughter has a 2017 Fiat 500X and that car has get up and go! You need to know how to drive it and maintain it well. Don't maintain it and it will be crap with many repairs which is why many Americans think this car is crap, take care of it well and it will take care of you.😉😉

[@2steaksandwiches665]

I actually really love these things. They look good and seem useful.

[@dianzi3803]

according to the description, where is the new 1.5L turbo in 2020？or still 1.3L 4-cylinder Turbo

[@gransport4246]

The steering wheel controls look similar to the Ram 1500 which are really nice. Maybe they’re are cheaper versions. The 9 speed is crappy just like Ford’s 10 speed and the 1.3T sounds better than the 2.3 ecoboost. Overall for a cheap little econobox, it doesn’t seem that bad for something unique.

[@dha588]

Is it really that bad? I actually like it when I see it on the streets but after this review... Not so much 😔

[@drivinginthedcbaarea]

Now I've never driven it, but most likely it's not bad, but there's so many others that are better if that makes sense. The Ford Pinto was a bad car. The Yugo was a bad car. Tata Nano. Fiat Uno. Chevy Aveo. Etc etc etc. This is most certainly not on those levels.

[@KC-ed1dj]

No, it's not bad. Have owned one since 2016. Great car. Most people I see criticizing this car online have never owned one. Speak to actual owners who actually take care of their cars and you will see how much they enjoy this lil gem.

[@charlieg.6242]

Granted, FIAT hasn't had too much success here, RIGHTFULLY SO, for various reasons. But by no means can you say you're being objective, starting with the criticism of paint color. LMAO

[@DiogoYoshida]

Interesting... in my country, Brazil, Fiat is a huge success. We don't have the 500x, we have the Pulse instead. But the sales champion is a small pickup called Strada.

[@dygardion9130]

I forgot this thing exist... I’ve seen more mclarens in the road than these lmaoo

[@O_Mostr]

If only there was a 500x Abarth with a dual-clutch. ;(

[@tylerharvey8299]

My Durango has the ZF 8 Spd and its pretty smooth overall, a friend of mine has a Cherokee with the ZF 9Spd and its definitly rougher shifting and can't decide which gear to be in on most occasions

[@rachelmiglionico8121]

These are pretty good in Europe! Shame you guys in na don’t like it...

[@howtobebasic2122]

fix it again tony!!!

[@Michael-gh5ys]

I own this car with exact year and he is spot on.

[@jaywilliams3625]

If he stands beside the vehicle on his phone when he talking about the any of the vehicles, it means he doesn't like whatever vehicle that he's testing. 😄😄👍 Great video of course!

[@DoorisJ]

Those blind spot beeps should be volume controlled by the amount of ambient cabin noise/stereo noise. Nobody wants a jarring ding

[@JEKAFISHER]

Dude complains about a huge A pillar, I have a 2010 Prius, NOW THAT'S A HUGE PILLAR! I can lose a whole truck in that fucking thing on a winding road!

[@boricua4052]

My sister has a Renegade, and I have to say, besides a fan recall, the car is ok. No mayor issues. It is small and underpowered, but it’s basic transportation. I think the renegade is bigger and a little more reliable.

[@chih6654]

Honestly, who would ever put their hard earned money on a time ticking bomb?

[@AdrianNaccari]

Best money I ever spent. Drives great, it’s fun and it’s very zippy!

[@chih6654]

@@AdrianNaccari good for you.

[@KC-ed1dj]

My 2016 500x is still going strong and looking..

[@chih6654]

@@KC-ed1dj Good for you

[@bigteddy66]

Anyone buying American built shit.

[@Blank00]

The Jeep Renegade stands out more than the Fiat 500X by so much that there was a TikTok dance named after that Jeep. Maybe if there was a TikTok trend called "500X", then maybe the Fiat can stand out.

[@joshua38410]

A 1.3 Liter engine with a Turbo on a SUV is a recipe for a engine blowup. Not to mention, I would never spend 10k on this car much less 35k. Fiat is on coke.

[@franksala3171]

I own many exotic cars and my everyday car is a 2020 fiat 500X sport and I absolutely love this car 1.3. Is a great engine

[@Eden-cl7vq]

I can't believed I finished the entire Fiat video.

[@paladin3116]

I see your in Dumfries lol

[@uniteddynamiclane9793]

Was never a fan of FIAT! There are much better looking cars in this segment! 👍

[@romankutsenko2983]

I do agree with that!

[@instasingingvids3529]

United Dynamic Lane and more reliable

[@romankutsenko2983]

Señor Loco So true!!!

[@kevs2good133]

2020 reasons not to buy a fiat.

[@baldheadlogic]

I don't even understand ZF with this 9 speed. I wonder how many more vehicles will be saddled with it before it retired.

[@Datsun7705]

it's sad because the 8 speed ZF RWD transmission are amazing

[@randymurray934]

Your driving impressions pretty much said it all. I like many others thought FIAT was leaving the north american market. Bad cars

[@KC-ed1dj]

Did you ever own one?

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

I’m kinda glad that I didn’t buy touring Pilot(2019), instead got EX-L Pilot which is the highest trim level that avoids 9 speed ZF auto, but sadly, Honda put 9 speed on all trim levels for 2021 model year.

[@_dlwlrmaa]

Someone I work with got the 2019 Pilot Touring and he hates the transmission. He also gets crappy MPG that is not even close to the EPA ratings

[@rod2625]

Would like to see the EV version of this.They did a nice job with the 500e.

[@nickr3441]

I rather walk

[@wallybeegone]

FIAT = fix it again Tony

[@caliboyrob]

It needed a whole redesign not just updates

[@mcalebeb]

Different is good. Just drive like Sunday morning 😅

[@peterfermont8080]

Funny in Europe you can use the cheap gas and in America you need the premium one because the rest is trash 😂😂

[@homoerotic85]

They look allot better! Would definitely be a vehicle you would only want to lease lol.

[@NaijaBull]

The only reason Id ever own this car is if someone gave it to me for free, but then ill just turn around and sell it

[@codydomo123]

I know most don't like the design but I would love this car for me if it had a reliable engine and stuff. Really a shame that they couldn't add a better built car.

[@Blank00]

Fiat should just pull out. If you want a Fiat 500x, just get a Renegade.

[@bextar6365]

X-Lent rich color !

[@chrismanning217]

Love mine

[@mo-ld6nf]

Looks like a nice little $10000 new car

[@gtb5]

Really have to be adventurous to get this.

[@jeffreysegal2065]

Its cute. I always forget these exist.

[@Olvera_emi]

I feel bad for whoever gets suckered into buying a fiat

[@charliewilson3528]

It's a cute car. That's the demographic this car searches for.

[@johnburton2771]

Personally, I like the colour.....

[@ro4691]

I would drive it...just for driving sake.

[@thomasgrunbeck2341]

One of the most erroneous reviews I have ever heard also misinformed. I always listen to you and your reviews of some of the best otherwise. The fiat 500x I have is fully loaded which I bought new for 28,000 with a free lifetime warranty on the engine and drivetrain. I made one upgrade which was software that completely changed the transmission to be very smooth and quick reacting for $ 500. The car now has 67,000 miles without one issue since I bought it. Incredible dependability compared to any car especially my 80s fiat super brava 131. Do not go by past dependability for current technology cars. My 500x for daily driving is my go to over my Porsche Boxster and new Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit. Fits into any parking space fits skis, weeks worth of groceries and so on. Also love the looks and is so fun to drive.

[@McMullenCharlie]

Comparing this Fiat to a RAV4 or CR-V is crazy and unnecessary.

[@ASBIIIT]

Mopar owns fiat btw

[@elliottmanning4116]

Is this a re-upload?

[@forgedfantasy5934]

Scotty doesn’t like this car

[@toyotabrony]

He doesn’t like fiat company at all

[@alexsaab8089]

Fix it again Tony

[@claudelacasse1276]

bucket of bolts comes to mind......

[@AlainHubert]

Looks like a bloated Nissan Micra.

[@jimmieromero8181]

Front end reminds me of mini cooper, rear end reminds me of a buick encore. Interior is very vw beetle/older mini cooper-esk