Review: Fiat 500
Fiat 500 Premium Review
When it comes to Italian car marques, everyone talks about Ferrari, but little do people realize other notable Italian automobile brands deserve the world's attention. One of them is Fiat, a company that focuses on practicality and reliability over everything else.
Fiat has been around since the very early days of the automotive industry, with the company focusing on providing affordable and reliable cars to the masses. They weathered through two World Wars and still survive to this day, only because Europe loves the Fiat brand.
The Fiat 500 is an example of their brilliance and a testament to their reliability. The compact passenger car is built for the small family and for people who want to avoid maneuvering large sedans through narrow roads. The 2015 Fiat 500 is the perfect companion for people residing in Europe, where most of the streets are small and narrow. Imagine a small hatchback that can scurry through the narrowest of roads and get you anywhere in a jiffy.
Exterior Styling
The front fascia has a lot of details with the big bug-like headlights and the round-shaped fog lights. There is hardly any place for the front grille on the 500 so in place of that, Fiat has added their emblem. The only way for the air to enter into the engine bay is through the intake slit which is part of the front bumper. The rear is a bit uneventful, with trapezium-shaped taillights and a simple bumper to complete the look. There are no aggressive lines or curves, which suggests nothing is exciting about this car other than that it is highly dependable and a great companion for your daily commute.
The Fiat 500 comes in many colors, including white, black, yellow, and blue. The good thing about this car is that it looks stunning regardless of the exterior color.
Interior
The interior cabin is as simple as you would expect from a compact car. There is only space for 4 people but if all four people sit inside at once, there won't be much in terms of comfort. The same philosophy applies to luggage space. The Fiat 500 is a hatchback, so there is already a very small storage space. You can fold the rear seats for extra space if that is what you desire.
The dashboard is well put together with a small media player in the center that has Bluetooth, AUX, and a DVD player. The center console has all the a/c controls as well as the gear shifter. The driver display screen is very tiny, and it shows only the most important information.
Driving Performance
The driving performance is exactly as you would expect from a small car. The bumps are felt very strongly by the driver and the passengers, which also means that this car cannot handle even a bit of off-road adventure. The suspension handles city driving decently well and helps the driver withhold control of the car at all times. The Fiat 500 is maneuverable and can be parked in very small parking spaces.
When it comes to the engine, the Fiat has a powerful 1.2L and a 1.4l option. The bigger of the two powertrains produces 101 hp while being mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The setup allows a 31 mpg fuel economy, which is pretty impressive for a car with a big engine.
Final Thoughts
If you hate driving in traffic and then wasting time looking for a parking space once you reach your destination, then the Fiat 500 is the perfect vehicle for you. You can even take this small package on a short road trip with your nuclear family without worrying about anything. The car provides excellent mileage and is easy to drive. There are no fancy gadgets or electronics in the 500 that would overwhelm you.
Head over to Hilton Car Supermarket to check out the Fiat 500 for yourself. The compact vehicle is available for purchase at a very attractive price with purchasing options available. The Fiat 500 can be yours for £122/month or you can purchase it for a full price of just £6,500. If you want to know more, you can visit our office at Milton & Keyes and London, where our representatives will guide you in the best possible way.