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Monday, April 11, 2011

Fiat 500 Road Test: Edmunds Inside Line



Edmunds Inside Line has just posted a full Road Test on the 2012 Fiat 500 Sport. Below are the highlights of the test:

Vehicle Tested:
2012 Fiat 500 Sport
Base Price:
$18,000

Price as Tested:
$19,000

Engine:
1.4-liter inline four-cylinder

Gearbox:
Five-speed manual

Power:
101 hp @ 6,500 rpm; 98 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm

0-60 mph:
10.8 seconds

Fuel Mileage:
30 city/38 highway/33 combined mpg (EPA rated); 30.3 mpg (observed)

What Works (pros):
Unique Italian styling, class-leading handling, excellent fuel economy.

What Needs Work (cons):
Wimpy acceleration, limited rear three-quarter vision, minimal headroom with sunroof.

Bottom Line:
It's small, it's cute and it's slow. But it handles like an Italian machine should, and it's an interesting alternative in the burgeoning North American small-car market.

Check out the full Road Test here.

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