The car is frontwheel drive and comes with 4wheel antilock disc brakes and standard stability control. The 2012 fiat 500 gets up to an epaestimated 3038 mpg cityhighway, which is exceptional for a subcompact car. Get the best deals on seats for fiat 500 when you shop the largest. Get the best deals on seats for 2012 fiat 500 when you shop the largest online. But no one buys a fiat 500 for the performancewell, maybe those interested in the hot abarth model doas the diminutive city car is more of a fashion accessory. Car complaints, car problems and defect information latest news. An allnew model for 2012, the fiat 500 marks the return of the italian automaker to the canadian marketplace. The driver seat on sport models is heightadjustable, but not nearly. Driver front seat 2 door sport bucket air bag fits 1216 fiat 500 10200184 fits. Think of the turbocharged 2012 fiat 500 abarth as fiats attempt to combat the jlo syndrome. Cars with the esport package come with nero interiors with electrico arancione perla accents.
Both body styles are available in pop and lounge trim levels, while the hatchback adds a sport. See good deals, great deals and more on a 2012 fiat 500. Fiat supposes the new generation fiat 500 owner wants his or her car to be engaging. Introduced as a 2012 model following the companys tieup with chrysler, the 500 is a frothy little. Shop our full catalog of 2012 500 tires and compare tires by size, brand, type, and features.
The frontwheeldrive 2012 fiat 500 is motivated by a small but sophisticated. When we took delivery of our little green olive a year ago, there were more than a few fix it again, tony jokes flying around the office. The clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears. The americanmarket cinquecento proves just as engaging as the european one. My sport is the most fun car ive ever owned, you really have to drive one to understand the feeling. Its closest relative, the bmw mini also a retro car has a cult following for much the same reason people are attracted to the fiat 500. Front wheel drive, 2 door hatchback, minicompact car other trims. Get msrp, fair purchase price, resale value, and available inventory for the 2012 fiat 500 sport hatchback 2d. Unlike other sites offering cheap wheels and rims, we offer brand name wheels and rims at discount prices. Like the mini hardtop, the 2012 fiat 500 seats four and has two rear seats that are too tight for adults and are bestsuited for groceries, cargo and kids. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Chrysler fca us llc is recalling certain model year 20122016 fiat 500 vehicles manufactured june 21, 2010, through january 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission.
Five minutes behind the wheel sometimes tells you everything you need to know about a vehicle. The added weight of the battery pack gives the fiat 500e a weight distribution advantage over the standard fiat 500 5743 compared to fiat 500s 6436. Model year 2012 fiat 500 hardtops come in pop, sport, and lounge versions, while the fiat 500c c for cabrio is sold as a pop or lounge trim version only. At this rate, we may end up with 500 variants of the fiat 500. Read about the 40,000mile test and see photos at car and driver. The 2012 fiat 500 is a twodoor subcompact hatchback available as a hardtop or 500c convertible. The 2012 fiat 500 is like the mini or volkswagen new beetle, a modern recreation of a classic. If you looking for a sports car this is not what you want.
Nov 15, 2019 chrysler fca us llc is recalling certain model year 2012 2016 fiat 500 vehicles manufactured june 21, 2010, through january 12, 2016, equipped with a manual transmission. The worst complaints are accessories interior, transmission, and electrical problems. Read on to learn more on the 2012 fiat 500 sport in this. It was introduced in italy four years ago, on the 50th anniversary of the 1957 0. Driver front seat 2 door sport bucket air bag fits 1216 fiat. Used car pricing for the 2012 fiat 500 sport hatchback 2d. Tires, wheels, and tire and wheel packages for 2012 fiat 500 sport from performance plus tire. This is the second fiat that i own, first is a 2012 fiat 500 sport. Get the best deals on seats for fiat 500 when you shop the largest online selection at. Search over 2,000 listings to find the best local deals. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. Auto writers said the fiat 500 is a joy to drive, with sharp steering and agile handling thats rare for a subcompact car. The sport oriented version of the new fiat 500, which debuts for 2012, comes equipped with a number of features not found on other 500 trims, including an upgraded suspension with sport tuned shock absorbers and springs, a sport steering wheel and sport seats with sport cloth upholstery.
Three days after purchase, i noticed an interior water leak and returned the car to the dealer. My sport is the most fun car ive ever owned, you really have to drive. The fiat 500 set to invade american shores after a severaldecade hiatus isnt the same car thats caught on in europe. The 2012 fiat 500 sport is differentiated by a sporttuned suspension, 16inch wheels and a variety of aesthetic touches including red brake calipers and a subtle rear spoiler. Fiat chrysler modified the seat structure to improve occupant protection in frontal crashes beginning with 2012 models manufactured after july 2011. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. There is a marked improvement over the 500 sport especially in the dual clutch transmission.
Konl supplies the same highquality parts to sport tuners as they do to the professionals out on the. Read about the 40000mile test and see photos at car and driver. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2012 fiat 500 2dr hb sport at u. The 2012 fiat 500 sport is differentiated by a sport tuned suspension, 16inch wheels and a variety of aesthetic touches including red brake calipers and a subtle rear spoiler. Read details and see photos of the sportier 500 at car and driver.
That question helped motivate us to add a 2012 fiat 500 to our longterm. Chrysler fca us llc is recalling certain 201220 fiat 500 vehicles equipped with 6speed automatic transmissions. This not only stretches out the upshift points, it firms the steering and sharpens the throttle. Used 2012 fiat 500 sport hatchback 2d pricing kelley. Apr 30, 20 read about the 40,000mile test and see photos at car and driver. The 2012 fiat 500 abarth may be small smaller than even a mini cooper but its a heavy car. Still, some noted that its not quite as nimble as the mini cooper. Home tires vehicle fiat 500 2012 2012 fiat 500 tires get great 2012 fiat 500 tires at a great price. The 500 is available as a coupe or a convertible, called the cabrio or 500c. Chrysler fca us llc is recalling certain 2012 20 fiat 500 vehicles equipped with 6speed automatic transmissions. Ive heard that some owners want the sport button to be on all the time honestly ive not used it since i was having a whole lot of fun on its own, but recently started to use it especially when i went onto the parkway better steering handles just like the cooper did my 03 didnt have a sport button but i was wondering could fiat modify or upgrade the software so that we can add to the.
A 101horsepower fourcylinder engine comes standard in the frontwheeldrive fiat 500, and. We have a retail facility in long beach, california and are family owned and operated for over 45 years. Affordable and fun to drive, the 2012 fiat 500 brings smallcar european flair and unique italian styling to north american showrooms and draws on the heritage of the original and iconic 500, which made its debut in 1957. This 2012 fiat 500 sport hatch is for sale in brooklyn, ny. Used ford mustang 2012 used infiniti q50 used ford mustang 2018 used ford mustang 2010. The 2012 fiat 500 pays big dividends for going smallin expressive styling and even in driving verve. Drive forward care personalization accessories speci cations all disclaimers can be found in the speci cations section on page 110 page 3 we live in the moment and that moment is a the fiat 500 is here. Its better, with more engine, revised suspension and upgraded safety. We get incar video of the 20 fiat 500 abarths lap at virginia international raceway for the 20 lightning lap competition. Read on to learn more on the 2012 fiat 500 abarth in this first test article. Get the best deals on seats for 2012 fiat 500 when you shop the largest online selection at. Used 2012 fiat 500 sport for sale with photos cargurus.
The creamandblack test car we wrangled came with randomly. The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the cable to detach from the. For the widest selection of lowpriced 2012 fiat 500 tires, turn to your nearest tires plus location. The fiat 500 was introduced in the 2012 model year. View and download fiat 500 2012 user manual online. In the first test, forces recorded on the dummys head were high when it hit the steering wheel through the airbag, indicating that head injuries would be possible. Information about when a specific vehicle was manufactured is on the certification label typically affixed to the car on the driver door or. Check out the latest fiat 500 features and specs at car and driver, including safety and warranty information. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 252 2012 500 models nationwide. But on the other hand, it hasnt exactly brought many car enthusiasts into the fold. Torque steer, a valid concern with highoutput front drivers. Fiat 500 2012, sport driver or passenger side shock absorber by koni.
A 2012 fiat 500 might save you some money, but the peppier turbo. Search from 240 fiat 500 cars for sale, including a used 2012 fiat 500 abarth hatchback, a used. On the one hand, the companys prominent advertising campaign featuring superdiva jennifer lopez has done a great job of getting the 500 subcompact noticed. Fiat 500 lounge sport front driver left upper seat. Tires, wheels, and tire and wheel packages for 2012 fiat. Beyond the shiftless reason, it features a sport button. The 2012 fiat 500 is available in four distinct trim levels pop, sport, lounge. The retrostyled 500 has agile handling, a willing engine, and a crispshifting manual transmission, all of which combine to make the fiat fun to drive. Great gas mileage, comfortable ride, and massive interior space. The fiat 500 is a fascinating vehicle almost unique in the united states. Goodyear has a large tire catalog complete with allseason tires, winter tires, sport performance tires, and more. With the return of the fiat brand to the states, the 500 is quite frankly, the most important vehicle introduction if the company hopes to do well in. The fiat 500 abarth is a subcompact car that is a total blast to drive.
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