What does S mean on a Fiat 500?

What does S mean on a Fiat 500?

The Fiat 500 Sport, or 500S for short, is the sportiest version of the hatchback, aside from the super-quick Abarth 500 model. You get a sports package as standard, which includes sporty front and rear bumpers and side skirts, a roof-mounted rear spoiler, a chrome exhaust, tinted windows and 15-inch alloy wheels.

Are Fiat 500S any good?

The 500 didn't feature in our most recent reliability survey, but in the last one it did feature in it finished quite a long way down the value and small car class rankings in 17th place out of 21 cars.

Is the Fiat 500 Sport fast?

The best version of the Abarth 500 has a top speed of 127 mph and will sprint to 60 in 8.1 seconds, which is on par for a car of this size and weight.

Are Fiat 500s cheap to run?

Fuel economy Running a Fiat 500 won't cost you an awful lot, no matter the model you end up buying. While prices are reasonable to start with, it holds its value well and the engines are largely frugal – at least on paper.

Do Fiats break down a lot?

Fiat Reliability Rating Breakdown. The Fiat Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 18th out of 32 for all car brands. This rating is based on an average across 345 unique models. The average annual repair cost for a Fiat is $538, which means it has above average ownership costs.

What is the lifespan of a Fiat 500?

The Fiat 500 is a small, durable car that can last on average between 200,0,000 miles when properly maintained and driven conservatively. Based on an annual mileage of 15,000 miles, you can expect 13 – 17 years of service before it breaks down or requires expensive repairs.

Is the Fiat 500 a good car?

• All of the pros who drove the 500 recommended the five-speed manual. Additionally, several owners say that the 500 would benefit from side moldings to prevent slight damage from parking lot mishaps. Overall, the Fiat 500 is a great car for the small car enthusiast. Many people have drawn positive comparisons between it and the Mini.

Is the Fiat 500 a "chick car"?

• The Fiat 500 unfortunately, also suffers from the same problem as the Smart ForTwo which qualifies it as a chick car. The dinky and average design features combined with the fact that you really have to fold yourself into one of these make it a car that men shouldn't drive, especially on American roads.

What is the gas mileage of a Fiat 500?

• 500 Gas Mileage: Unremarkably Average. Fiat 500s equipped with the standard manual transmission earn 28 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. Opting for an automatic transmission lowers those estimates to 24 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway.

What size engine is in the Fiat 500?

• The North American Fiat 500 engine produces 101 hp and 98 lbs.ft of torque, however, that is just part of the story. MultiAir enables the 500's engine to have increased throttle response and optimizes torque at part throttle openings, allowing the 1.4 liter engine to have the flexibility of a larger engine.