2012 Fiat 500 Abarth and Features

Fiat 500 has been available for sale for several since in Europe and it has now been modified to meet the marketing and safety standards of the United States.Therefore; it is now also being assembled at a North American plant. The Fiat 500 is tiny and fun-to-drive with a retro- styled hatch back. Although the 1.4-liter four does notpackettoo much of power, it is definitely sufficient to propelthe lightweight Fiat 500. There is precision and smoothness in the five-speed manual as well as the clutch. Handling is considerably secure and agile and the car has automatic climate control, an on-board computer andsupportive leather seats that add a touch of luxury to the car.


While many changes have been done to befit the preferences and anticipation of U.S. purchasers, the line up is exactly like that in Europe. Three different versions are available. The Pop version comes already stylish, with cruise control, air conditioning, door locks and power windows, heated mirrors, a multi purpose automated vehicle-information system and seven regular air bags — one solely to cushion the knees of the driver — along with 4-wheel disc brakes, anti-lock braking and regular traction control and stability systems.

Next comesthe Sport trim, which is likely to gather the most popularity. It contains bigger anterior grilles, more defined cross sills, bolder fascias, a spoiler placed at the roof, driving lights along with a chromed exhaust-tip crimson brake calipers. The Sport version has steadier shock absorbers and springs along with a swifter steering experience. This is coupled with a tonier exhaust note. Both the models have a common 5-speed manual gearbox and have 16-inch alloy wheels.The Lounge trim is specifically meant to suit style-conscious pleasure-seekers, with a supplementary fixed glass roof, chrome accents, and a Sirius satellite radio set. The seat fabric is considerably richer too. Both the Sport and Lounge versions come with a leather-covered steering wheel with a standard Bose audio system that has a total of 6 speakers,audio controls along with a subwoofer andcan also be added to the Pop trim.

The NHTSA has not yet crash-tested the Fiat 500. While the relatively inexpensive Fiat 500 may not have the upscale lane-departure cautioning features, its Bluetooth is regular on the two top versions and is available on the other model too. The Lounge version offers optional sensors for rear parking.

The prices of the Fiat 500 are quite hard-hitting, provided the equipment. The Pop trim is priced at an approximate of $15,500, the Sport trim at around$17,500 whereas the classy Lounge trim has a price of around $19,500.