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2017 Fiat 500/500c and 500/500c Abarth Fact Sheet

Reminiscent of the original Cinquecento, the 2017 Fiat 500 builds on the vehicle's global popularity. Since its initial launch in 2007, more than 1 million Fiat 500 vehicles have been sold in more than 110 countries around the world. The model's unquestionable popularity is the result of the Fiat 500's great ability to deliver unmatched personalization options with advanced solutions in terms of quality, engine performance and passenger comfort. In addition to success on the sales...

Fiat 500 Models Add Technology, Trim Level and Exterior Colors for 2016

Beautiful Italian styling combined with functionality, efficient design and innovative technology have been hallmark attributes for the Fiat 500 (Cinquecento) - making it a timeless icon for nearly 60 years. And for 2016, the Fiat 500 will continue to deliver on these attributes by introducing new features and exterior paint colors to enhance the customer's driving experience and personalization options. For 2016, the Fiat 500 lineup features the Uconnect 5.0 system with a 5-inch touchscreen that...

FIAT Introduces New Fiat 500 1957 Edition Cabrio

Just in time for the spring and summer top-down driving season, the FIAT brand today introduced the new Fiat 500 1957 Edition Cabrio. The FIAT brand continues to celebrate the storied past of the historic Nuova 500 with the addition of a cabrio version of the popular Fiat 500 1957 Edition, which was introduced in 2014. The Fiat 500c 1957 Edition features a premium dual-layer power-operated cloth top - a contemporary solution to the famous canvas...

2015 Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio Now Equipped with Automatic Transmission

The Fiat 500 Abarth brought world-class performance, aggressive styling, high power-to-weight ratio and limited-production volume to the small-car segment in North America. The "small but wicked" Abarth models provide one of the most visceral driving experiences in the industry, inspired by the racing traditions that made Abarth a success on international racetracks. Optional automatic transmission allows more customers to enjoy track-ready Abarth The 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio are available with an optional six-speed...

Fiat 500 Models Deliver More Driver Convenience for 2015

Beautiful Italian styling combined with functionality, efficient design and innovative technology have been hallmark attributes for the Fiat 500 (Cinquecento) - making it a timeless icon for more than 50 years. And for 2015, the Fiat 500 will continue to deliver on these attributes by introducing a broad array of features aimed at enhancing the customer's driving experience. Interior improvements for added driver convenience and ease of use For 2015, the Fiat 500 lineup features an...

2015 Fiat 500 Lineup Now Features Innovative Instrument Panel With New 7-inch High-Definition Display

The 2015 Fiat 500 vehicle lineup, to be showcased at the 2014 New York International Auto Show, will include a number of interior enhancements for increased driver convenience and ease of use, including an advanced instrument panel with a 7-inch high-definition TFT (Thin Film Transistor) cluster display. The new 7-inch TFT cluster allows drivers to easily monitor data like speed, fuel level, Eco index and trip information. While on the main screen, an image of the...

Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio Offer Automatic Transmission Option for 2015

The high-performance 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio, to be showcased at the 2014 New York International Auto Show, will be available with an optional six-speed automatic transmission, helping to broaden the customer base for the high-performance version of the Fiat 500. "Adding an optional automatic transmission makes the Abarth and Abarth Cabrio accessible to an entirely new group of customers who want to enjoy the thrilling driving experience of the Fiat 500 Abarth with...

The Ultimate in Affordable High-performance Italian Cars: 2014 Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio

The Fiat 500 Abarth brought world-class performance and precision, purposeful and aggressive styling, high power-to-weight ratio and limited-production volume to the small-car segment in North America. Adding even more excitement to the "small but wicked" lineup, in 2013 the Fiat 500 Abarth Cabrio (500c) arrived, harking back to the open-air track cars of the 1960s. The Abarth models provide one of the most visceral driving experiences in the industry, inspired by the racing traditions that made...

2014 Fiat 500 Models Offer a Unique Combination of Italian Style, Efficiency and Engaging Driving Dynamics at an Incredible Value

Beautiful Italian styling combined with timeless functionality, efficient design and innovative technology have been hallmark attributes for the Fiat 500 (Cinquecento) - making it a timeless icon for more than 50 years. And with the multiple varieties, including the Fiat 500 Cabrio (500c) and 500 Turbo models, the Cinquecento continues to provide Americans with a unique combination of style, European handling, technology and personalization options at an incredible value. Continuous improvements to style and functionality For...

The FIAT Brand Partners with Conde Nast for the Limited-edition Fiat 500c GQ Edition

Surrounded by some of the most influential Italian automotive designs, Concorso Italiano provided the perfect setting for the FIAT brand to debut its latest Cinquecento (500) cabrio model: the powerful yet tailored 2014 Fiat 500c GQ Edition. GQ's style leadership of the modern man inspired the FIAT brand to create a new Fiat 500 variant that continues the brand's tradition of fashionable, limited-production lifestyle cars for the discerning customer. "The new Fiat 500c GQ Edition showcases...

New 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth Cabrio: The Ultimate High-performance Italian Small Car Adds Open-air Driving Excitement

The Fiat 500 Abarth brought world-class performance and precision, purposeful and aggressive styling, high power-to-weight ratio and limited-production volume to North American driving enthusiasts in 2012. Adding even more excitement to Karl Abarth's line of "small but wicked" cars, the new 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth Cabrio harks back to his open-air track cars of the 1960s, while delivering the most visceral experience of any modern Cinquecento to date. "The new Fiat 500c Abarth delivers the wicked...

Amplified for 2013, Fiat 500 Lineup Now Delivers Up To 34 Percent More Power, 40 mpg Highway Fuel Efficiency and Beats Audio for Studio-quality Sound

Beautiful Italian styling combined with timeless functionality, efficient design and innovative technology have been hallmark attributes for the Fiat 500 (Cinquecento) - making it a timeless icon for more than 50 years. And the legendary Cinquecento marks a new chapter in 2013, as the Fiat 500 and 500 Cabrio (500c) lineup have been amplified with the addition of the new Fiat 500 Turbo, delivering 34 percent more power in a more athletically styled package, and the...

New 2012 Fiat 500 Cabrio

Just in time for spring, the new Fiat 500 Cabrio introduces American customers to open-air driving excitement with beautiful Italian styling, timeless functionality, efficient design and innovative technology. As a contemporary solution to the famous canvas roof on the original Nuova Cinquecento (500), the new 2012 Fiat 500c features a premium dual-layer power-operated cloth top that is designed to deliver all-season driving pleasure with the top up or down. With just the push of a button,...