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Gary Lance • May 5, 2024
3.5Before I begin I would like to start off by telling you I really enjoy driving my car. I actually enjoy every aspect of my vehicle except a few small issues. The compact vehicle is just that, compact. However I enjoy the look of the car and it is goo...Read More
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The 2021 Fiat 500X is available with a starting price of $25,815 for the base Pop trim and it goes all the way up to $31,815 for the top-spec Trekking Plus trim. It packs a 1.3L turbo inline-4 engine that churns out 177 hp and 210 lb-ft. of torque. The 0-60 MPH sprint is covered in 8.5 seconds, which is quite faster than some of its rivals. while its fuel economy is decent. This year, the Sport trim gets an all-new Sport Value package that adds features worth $3,400 for just $700, as said by Fiat.
The 2021 Fiat 500X is available with a starting price of $25,815 for the base Pop trim and it goes all the way up to $31,815 for the top-spec Trekking Plus trim. It packs a 1.3L turbo inline-4 engine that churns out 177 hp and 210 lb-ft. of torque. The 0-60 MPH sprint is covered in 8.5 seconds, which is quite faster than some of its rivals. while its fuel economy is decent. This year, the Sport trim gets an all-new Sport Value package that adds features worth $3,400 for just $700, as said by Fiat.
The 2021 500X also features an attractive but non-practical cabin. In terms of safety, Fiat jam-packs lots of driver aids in the 2021 500X most of which are optional. The 2021 500X can be leased at $337 per month for a period of 36 months with a downpayment charge of $3,949. A finance option is also available with a 0% APR rate for up to 72 months. In this review, we'll be plotting the 2021 500X against its core rivals such as the Jeep Renegade, the Honda HR-V, and the Subaru Crosstrek.
For someone who is looking to buy his first car, the 2021 Fiat 500X can be a good choice. If the value is the point, then the Trekking trim makes all the sense. It adds fog lights, satellite radio, and a restyled front and rear bumpers for a more rugged appearance. We recommend buying the optional $1,395 Advanced Driver Assistance package as the 500X lacks active driver aids. This package adds Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning, and many more.
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Gary Lance
2021 Fiat 500X
••3.5Posted On: May 5, 2024
It fits in tight spaces, It has a cool design
It is small, Doesnt have much horsepower
Before I begin I would like to start off by telling you I really enjoy driving my car. I actually enjoy every aspect of my vehicle except a few small issues. The compact vehicle is just that, compact. However I enjoy the look of the car and it is good on gas.
The 2021 Fiat 500X is available with a starting price of $25,815 for the base Pop trim and it goes all the way up to $31,815 for the top-spec Trekking Plus trim. It packs a 1.3L turbo inline-4 engine that churns out 177 hp and 210 lb-ft. of torque. The 0-60 MPH sprint is covered in 8.5 seconds, which is quite faster than some of its rivals. while its fuel economy is decent. This year, the Sport trim gets an all-new Sport Value package that adds features worth $3,400 for just $700, as said by Fiat.
The 2021 Fiat 500X is available with a starting price of $25,815 for the base Pop trim and it goes all the way up to $31,815 for the top-spec Trekking Plus trim. It packs a 1.3L turbo inline-4 engine that churns out 177 hp and 210 lb-ft. of torque. The 0-60 MPH sprint is covered in 8.5 seconds, which is quite faster than some of its rivals. while its fuel economy is decent. This year, the Sport trim gets an all-new Sport Value package that adds features worth $3,400 for just $700, as said by Fiat.
The 2021 500X also features an attractive but non-practical cabin. In terms of safety, Fiat jam-packs lots of driver aids in the 2021 500X most of which are optional. The 2021 500X can be leased at $337 per month for a period of 36 months with a downpayment charge of $3,949. A finance option is also available with a 0% APR rate for up to 72 months. In this review, we'll be plotting the 2021 500X against its core rivals such as the Jeep Renegade, the Honda HR-V, and the Subaru Crosstrek.
The 2021 Fiat 500X has a $25,815 starting price, which is among the highest in the class- Cars.USNews
The 2021 Fiat 500X will be available in four trims. These are Pop, Trekking, Sport, and Trekking Plus. Prices vary between $25,815- $31,185 for these models and invite a destination charge of $1,245. The Sport trim is styled a bit differently from the other models and gets some cosmetic updates. It also sits on 18-inch wheels while the rest of the lineup gets 17-inch wheels as standard. The $795 Comfort package adds power driver's seat, ambient lighting, dual-zone automatic control, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.
Cloth upholstery is standard except for the Trekking Plus model which gets leather seats. All these models feature the same UConnect's 7-inch screen that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Only the top-end Trekking Plus trim com standard with an 8-speaker Beats premium audio system while the other models stick to a 6-speaker stereo. The base Pop trim gets an exclusive option to upgrade its music system to a 9-speaker Beats premium audio system.
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Trims |
Pop |
Trekking |
Sport |
Trekking Plus |
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MSRP (AWD) |
$25,815 |
$26,945 |
$27,795 |
$31,185 |
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Key Features |
Manually adjustable front cloth seats |
Add/Upgrades to Pop trim |
Add/Upgrades to Trekking trim |
Add/Upgrade to Sport trim |
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17-inch wheels |
Satellite radio |
Sports steering wheel with paddle shifters |
Navigation system |
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7-inch touch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
Fog lights |
Sport cloth upholstered bucket seats |
8-speaker Beats premium audio system |
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6-speaker stereo |
Restyled front & rear bumpers |
18-inch alloy wheels |
Front and rear parking sensors |
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Automatic climate control |
SiriusXM |
Bespoke Sport exterior and interior styling |
Dual-zone automatic climate control |
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Keyless entry |
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8-way power heated leather driver's seat with 4-way lumbar support |
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Remote start |
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LED headlights |
For someone who is looking to buy his first car, the 2021 Fiat 500X can be a good choice. If the value is the point, then the Trekking trim makes all the sense. It adds fog lights, satellite radio, and a restyled front and rear bumpers for a more rugged appearance. We recommend buying the optional $1,395 Advanced Driver Assistance package as the 500X lacks active driver aids. This package adds Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning, and many more.
The driving experience is entertaining, too, up to a point- Autotrader
The 2021 Fiat 500X is powered by a 1.3L turbocharged inline-4 engine that produces 177 hp and 210 lb-ft of torque. All the power and torque go out through a single choice 9-speed automatic transmission system whereas the AWD system is standard. There’s a bit of an old-school turbo lag. Once the needle swings past 3000 RPM, you can really feel the turbo kick in. And there’s a nice noticeable jump that pushes you back into the seat in this wave of torque.
Speaking of ride comfort, if you are used to a softer riding car, the 2021 500X is definitely going to feel pretty stiff. The suspension doesn't soak the bumps properly. The steering is well-weighted and feels connected to the road. Handling is good but not great. There is some body movement around the corners. Due to its compact size, it's pretty easy to maneuver in tight areas. Overall, the 2021 500X is going to please most buyers in terms of driving dynamics.
The compact body structure makes the 2021 500X one of the fastest accelerating vehicles in this segment. The 2021 500X takes 8.5 seconds to complete the 0-60 MPH sprint and hits the quarter-mile in 16.6 seconds. However, with an electronically limited 99 MPH of top speed, the 500X ends up being the slowest car too. As far as the Fiat’s braking performance goes, the 12-inch rotors in the front and 11-inch ones at the back take 120 feet to decelerate from 60-0 MPH.
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Models |
2021 Fiat 500X |
2021 Subaru Crosstrek |
2021 Honda HR-V |
2021 Jeep Renegade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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MSRP |
$25,815 |
$24,645 |
$25,720 |
$24,870 |
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Engine |
1.3L Turbo Inline-4 |
2.0L Flat-4 |
1.8L Inline-4 |
2.4L Inline-4 |
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Drivetrain |
AWD |
AWD |
AWD |
4WD |
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Transmission |
9-Speed Automatic | CVT | CVT |
9-Speed Automatic |
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Power |
177 hp @ 5,500 RPM |
152 hp @ 6,000 RPM |
141 hp @ 6,500 RPM |
180 hp @ 6,400 RPM |
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Torque |
210 lb-ft. @ 2,200 RPM |
145 lb-ft. @ 4,000 RPM |
127 lb-ft. @ 4,300 RPM |
175 lb-ft. @ 3,900 RPM |
| 0-60 MPH |
8.5 sec |
9.0 sec |
8.4 sec |
8.6 sec |
| Quarter Mile |
16.6 sec |
16.9 sec |
15.5 sec |
16.3 sec |
| Top Speed |
99 MPH |
140 MPH |
125 MPH |
120 MPH |
The Honda HR-V is the quickest contender to complete both performance tests despite making just 141 horses. The Jeep Renegade is a millisecond faster than the 500X in the acceleration test but overtakes it in the drag run. The Subaru Crosstrek takes the longest time to reach the finish line despite having 152 ponies under its hood.
The 2021 Fiat 500X is reasonably fuel-efficient- The Car Connection
The fuel economy of the 2021 Fiat 500X is above average. According to the EPA. the 2021 500X returns 24 MPG in the city, 30 MPG on a highway, and 26 MPG combined. Comparatively, the MPG figures are decent in its segment. The only problem here is that the 500X only drinks premium unleaded fuel, which is not the case with its competitors.
The 2021 500X is equipped with a 12.7-gallon fuel tank, which is probably the smallest in its segment. Hence, it can travel around 343 miles before running dry with its fuel tank loaded. That said, its competitors deliver better city and highway ranges owing to their large fuel tanks. Hence, cruising with the 500X will require stopping at fuel stations regularly.
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Models |
2021 Fiat 500X |
2021 Subaru Crosstrek |
2021 Honda HR-V |
2021 Jeep Renegade |
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MPG (City) |
24 |
28 |
26 |
21 |
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MPG (Highway) |
30 |
33 |
31 |
29 |
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MPG (Combined) |
26 |
30 |
28 |
24 |
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Fuel Capacity (Gallons) |
12.7 |
16.6 |
13.2 |
12.7 |
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Range (City/Highway/Combined; miles) |
305/381/343 |
465/548/506 |
343/409/376 |
267/368/317 |
The Honda HR-V turns out to be the most fuel-efficient SUV in this competition. It returns 28 MPG combined despite packing a 13.2-gallon fuel tank. The Subaru Crosstrek's MPG figures are the best here but its fuel efficiency is not quite up to mark. Meanwhile, the Jeep Renegade has the worst fuel economy and stands in the last place.
The configurable infotainment system is a bit slow to respond but fairly straightforward to use- Edmunds
The interior of the 2021 Fiat 500X looks stylish and kind of has an evocative look that Fiat has been aiming for. Cloth upholstery is standard while the upper trims get optional leather seats, which are more on the stiffer side. Comfort levels are not that good on the front seats as they are firmly padded. This may be an issue for long-journey travelers. An 8-way power driver's seat with 4-way power lumbar support is only available on the top-end Trekking Plus model while the other trims get manually adjustable seats.
The steering wheel comes wrapped in leather as standard while the heating function is optional. The passenger space upfront is adequate for tall people. The rear seats remain compromised with, unlike the front which is definitely amongst the spacious in this competition. The legroom offered in the rear row is very less. Even the cargo volume offered is on the lower side compared to its class rivals. Behind the rear seats, you get 14.1 cu-ft. and when folded, it expands to 39.8 cu-ft. That's enough space for three golf bags or four large bags.
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Models |
2021 Fiat 500X |
2021 Subaru Crosstrek |
2021 Honda HR-V |
2021 Jeep Renegade |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
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Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
39.1/54.3/41.4 |
39.8/56.7/43.1 |
39.5/56.8/41.2 |
41.1/55.9/41.2 |
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Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
37.8/52.8/34.8 |
38.0/55.6/36.5 |
38.3/54.5/39.3 |
40.5/55.1/35.1 |
| Cargo Capacity (cu-ft.) | 14.1 | 20.8 | 23.2 | 18.5 |
The Subaru Crosstrek offers the most legroom in the front row while the Honda HR-V's rear legroom is the best here. It is also the most practical vehicle in this competition. On the other hand, the Jeep Renegade offers best-in-class headroom in both rows. The 7-inch touchscreen on the 2021 500X looks small and dated but functions on the latest Uconnect 4 interface, which is one of the best from Chrysler. It is connected to a 6-speaker stereo while the top-end Trekking Plus trim gets a 9-speaker Beats premium audio system. The base Pop model gets a special 8-speaker Beats premium audio system as an option.
As far as connectivity is concerned, features such as Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB ports are standard. There are several buttons and knobs around the screen which makes it easy to operate and less distracting while driving. This interface is held in high regard in the market for being one of the most intuitive multimedia systems. Although there are some drawbacks as well. While using the screen, it does take up only a 5.5-inch of the screen. So when it comes down to seeing the navigation display, it might become a bit challenging. Also, the camera resolution is fine but it does look a bit grainy. Some of the key interior and infotainment features are:
The Fiat 500X has some of that same retro/modern styling as the Fiat 500- Kelly Blue Book
One thing that may draw a lot of people to the 2021 Fiat 500X is its true Italian styling. It's definitely very unique. Upfront, you get a rounded, bulbous front end with halogen headlamps and LED DRLs while LED and headlamps and fog lamps are optional. Except for the Sport trim, the front fascia gets a semi-rugged appearance. The 2021 500X is kind of a high riding vehicle as its ground clearance is 7.9 inches, which is good for snow conditions and Fiat says that you could some off-roading with this car.
The 2021 500X gets 17-inch alloy wheels as standard but they can be upgraded to 18 or 19-inch wheels. The wheelbase of the 500X measures 101.2 inches, which is mostly on par with its rivals. The rear styling of the 2021 500X is very reminiscent of the regular 500, which has now been discontinued. The taillights design is kind of interesting as it gets a body-colored piece in the middle. If you like a true Italian styling, a unique factor to your car, you are definitely going to like the 2021 Fiat 500X.
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Models |
2021 Fiat 500X |
2021 Subaru Crosstrek |
2021 Honda HR-V |
2021 Jeep Renegade |
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Curb Weight (lbs) |
3,305 |
3,223 |
2,906 | 3,210 |
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Length (in) |
167.2 |
176.5 |
170.4 |
166.6 |
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Width (in) |
70.7 |
71.0 |
69.8 |
74.2 |
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Height (in) |
63.7 |
63.6 |
63.2 |
66.5 |
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Ground Clearance (in) |
7.9 |
8.7 |
7.3 |
8.0 |
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Wheelbase (in) |
101.2 |
104.9 |
102.8 |
101.2 |
As the Subaru Crosstrek is a true off-road vehicle, it sits 0.8 inches higher than the 500X for good off-roading adventures. On the other hand, the Honda HR-V has the lowest ground clearance here and its low curb weight helps it to deliver better performance on the road. The extra 3 inches of the Jeep Renegade's height contributes to better headroom than the 500X. Some of the noteworthy exterior features are as follows:
The Fiat 500X is moderately-outfitted with safety and driver-assist features and technologies- Carbuzz
The 2021 Fiat 500X has not been crash-tested by NHTSA for its safety. On the other hand, IIHS has only evaluated the 2021 500X for its roof strength, headlights, and front crash prevention. The 2021 500X received a 'Good rating for its roof strength, the second-best 'Advanced' rating for its front crash prevention while its headlights got a 'Poor' rating.
When it comes to safety features, only a rearview camera is available on the base Pop trim. Almost all driver aids are available as options. The $1,395 Advanced Driver Assistance package adds the best and essential ones that can prevent the risk of an accident. Also, the aforementioned package is not available for the base Pop trim. The list of safety features are mentioned below:
The base price of the Subaru Crosstek is less than the Fiat 500X. Its naturally aspirated motor makes 25 hp less than the 500X and hence, its acceleration is slower. The fuel efficiency of the Crosstrek is no wonder bad but its large fuel tank translates for a better driving range than the 500X. Moving to the interior, the Crosstrek's cabin feels airy and is more practical in nature. Even in terms of safety, the Crosstrek is a step ahead as it bagged the 'IIHS Top Safety Pick+' award.
The Honda HR-V is one of the most economical offerings in this segment as sports a low base price. Although its engine makes the least power in this competition, its acceleration is better due to its low curb weight. Moreover, it is also the most fuel-efficient SUV in this competition. The rear-seat space and cargo volume offered in the HR-V are the best in their class. As far as looks are concerned, the 500X is any day better looking than the Honda HR-V. Also, many of the safety features are standard in the HR-V.
Although both the Jeep Renegade and the Fiat 500X are FCA vehicles and sit on the same platform, the initial price of the former is way less. The Renegade makes slightly more power than the 500X and offers a 4WD system. However, both vehicles display similar levels of performance. The Renegade's fuel economy is bad compared to the 500X. But, its roomy cabin and good trunk volume make it win some points. Speaking of safety features, the Renegade offers industry-leading safety features as standard.
Despite sharing a platform with the Jeep Renegade, the 2021 Fiat 500X retains its own unique character. Starting with the engine, it is peppy and fast while the ride quality is good. But it does fall a bit bland in terms of passenger space and that calls for an Abarth version of the 500X. So, if buying an iconic design car is what you’ve been looking for in the market, the 500X will not disappoint at all.
