Fiat 500L Review 2026
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Fiat 500L Verdict
Unique looks. Some fun cabin flourishes. Tall and spacious. Cheap to run with the right engine. Good safety
Lower-priced engines are uneconomical and slow, suspect cabin quality. Expensive further up the range.
Find out more about the Fiat 500L
Insurance Groups are between 7–18
On average it achieves 76% of the official MPG figure
The 500L is an MPV bearing the name of a genuinely iconic small Italian car born in the 1950s. There were in fact bigger versions of the original 500 but never anything remotely this big. Big is relative, of course, and by today’s standards the 500L is a small MPV in the vein of the Citroen C3 Picasso and Ford B-MAX.
That means it seats five with a design whose purpose is maximising interior space. There’s an MPW version that’s even longer and seats seven, too. It’s a Fiat 500 by way of design details only.
They’re details like the gawky front end, two-tone paint job and vaguely minimalistic interior. And options including a flask-sized Lavazza espresso machine that plugs into the centre console and pumps out tar-like hits of warm caffeine, just the way the Italians like it.
Design flourishes aside, this is fairly standard small MPV stuff - where standard means 'nothing special'. The cabin comprises mainly hard and cheap-feeling plastics and where a Golf Plus or Ford B-MAX have big car ambience, the 500L tends to feel like a bulked-up cut price runabout.
That’s because it suffers from an uncomfortable driving position - especially for taller folk because the seat is set too high and the pedals too close - while refinement is average at best.
There’s a wide choice of versions though, with three trim levels, five engines and three body styles (technically) - the crossover-style Trekking counts as separate model, so says Fiat, alongside the standard version and the seven-seater.
The trim range begins at Pop and goes through Pop Star and Lounge, while Trekking versions get extra kit including plastic body cladding, extra ground clearance and winter tyres. Plus there’s the marketing tie-up that brings you the Beats Edition, based on the Trekking - because Dr. Dre definitely drives a Fiat 500L. It gets an upgraded stereo.
Standard kit is as you’d expect, with plastic wheel trims and warm air for base models, meaning you’ll need Pop Star spec for alloys and air conditioning. That said, all cars come with a five-inch (and fiddly) touchscreen media system, a cabin-enhancing body coloured gloss panel for the dashboard and the very useful ‘Cargo Magic Space’ system that allows all the seats bar the driver’s to be folded completely flat.
In addition every car gets six airbags, which contribute to the 500L’s five-star Euro NCAP safety rating - a reassuring fact for family buyers. If you buy a 1.3-litre MultiJet 85PS diesel with an automatic gearbox you’re looking at 70.6mpg average fuel economy. That said, buy a base model 95PS 1.4-litre petrol and economy tanks to 45.6mpg, which is quantifiably poor.
The FIAT 500L range is built at the former Zastava factory at Kragujevac in Serbia.
FIAT 500 Trekking 2013 Road Test
Reviews for Fiat 500L's top 3 rivals
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Fiat 500L handling and engines
- Engines range from 0.9 TwinAir 105 to 1.6 MultiJet 120 Trekking
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 30–65 mpg
Very few small MPVs are fun to drive and the Fiat 500L is no exception, suffering from stodgy steering, quite a lot of body roll and yet a strange inability to soak up bumps at low speeds. It’s more settled down on a motorway and would make a better fist of long distances were it not for the din in the cabin at higher velocities.
At 70mph the 500L behaves roughly in the manner you’d expect of a hollow box full of moulded plastic - like an echo chamber for wind noise, tyre roar and engine chug. In fairness it’s not that bad, it’s just that the feeling of being in something quite cheap seems to increase with speed.
Clearly nobody buys a Fiat 500L with its dynamic prowess in mind, but it should cosset its occupants a little more than it does. That said, the high driving position, thin pillars and masses of glass make visibility excellent all round, so this is an easy car to park despite its relative bulk.
The quandary comes with engine choice, because the 1.4-litre base model car is frankly underpowered, with only 127Nm of torque. And while the 0.9-litre TwinAir two-cylinder engine has far more character (and a little more power and torque), it too can’t handle a fully loaded 500L.
In fact, at low revs the TwinAir often feels like it might be about to stall, meaning it must always be kept in the mid-range and above. As a result you end up working the gear stick like a boxer working his left jab, making for a tiring experience. That driving style means you’ll never accomplish anywhere near its 58.9mpg average economy rating either. Our Real MPG rating show owners only just eclipsing 40mpg. Click here to see for yourself.
Lack of flexibility and low economy returns are not problems you’ll have with either of the MultiJet diesels – a 1.3-litre and a 1.6-litre, with 85PS and 105PS respectively. Not massive power, granted, but 200Nm and a hefty 320Nm torque tell their own story. The latter diesel is the best suited to the 500L.
We’d generally advise avoiding the Dualogic automatic gearbox though. It’s an automated manual that may improve fuel efficiency - it’s effectively a manual gearbox but with the changes performed by software - but it’s slow-witted and frustrating.
We’d also avoid pushing the Eco button that comes with every 500L, because its economy measures involve seriously decreasing the accelerator’s sensitivity and lowering the engine’s torque even further. It saps even more life from a driving experience that’s hardly involving in the first place.
There’s no notable difference in the driving experience between the five-seat 500L and the seven-seat 500L MPW, although Trekking versions, with their suspension raised by 13mm, bob along the road even more than the standard car. The height difference and plastic cladding may conspire to make this 500L look like a 4x4 (sort of), but it’s an illusion - the Trekking is front-wheel drive like the rest of the range.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.9 TwinAir 105 | 55–59 mpg | 12.3–12.6 s | 112–119 g/km |
| 0.9 TwinAir 105 Trekking | 55 mpg | 12.6 s | 112–119 g/km |
| 1.3 MultiJet 85 | 67–71 mpg | 14.9–15.1 s | 105–110 g/km |
| 1.3 MultiJet 85 Dualogic | 71 mpg | 15.1–15.5 s | 105 g/km |
| 1.3 MultiJet 85 Dualogic Trekking | 67 mpg | 16.1 s | 109 g/km |
| 1.3 MultiJet 85 Trekking | 66 mpg | 15.3 s | 114 g/km |
| 1.3 MultiJet 95 | 67–69 mpg | 13.9–14.3 s | 107–109 g/km |
| 1.3 MultiJet 95 Dualogic | 71–72 mpg | 14.8–15.5 s | 104–106 g/km |
| 1.3 MultiJet 95 Dualogic Trekking | 71 mpg | 15.5 s | 106 g/km |
| 1.3 MultiJet 95 Trekking | 67 mpg | 14.3 s | 107 g/km |
| 1.4 | 40–46 mpg | 12.8–13.9 s | 142–168 g/km |
| 1.4 T-Jet | 40–42 mpg | 10.2–11.0 s | 112–163 g/km |
| 1.4 T-Jet Trekking | 40 mpg | 11.0 s | 163 g/km |
| 1.4 Trekking | 46 mpg | 13.2 s | 145 g/km |
| 1.6 Multijet 105 | 63 mpg | 11.3 s | 117 g/km |
| 1.6 MultiJet 105 | 60–63 mpg | 11.3–12.0 s | 117–122 g/km |
| 1.6 Multijet 105 Trekking | 60 mpg | 12.0 s | 117 g/km |
| 1.6 MultiJet 105 Trekking | 60 mpg | 12.0 s | 122 g/km |
| 1.6 MultiJet 120 | 66–67 mpg | 10.7–11.5 s | 112–155 g/km |
| 1.6 MultiJet 120 Trekking | 66 mpg | 11.5 s | 120 g/km |
Real MPG average for the Fiat 500L
Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.
Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.
Average performance
76%
Real MPG
30–65 mpg
MPGs submitted
90
Fiat 500L interior
- Boot space is 343–1480 litres
- Euro NCAP rating of three stars
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4147–4375 mm |
| Width | 1784–2036 mm |
| Height | 1658–1679 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2612–2613 mm |
The one thing the 500L has in its favour is pure space. It’s a full five-seater with loads of headroom, plenty of knee room for back row passengers and a fairly generous, square boot. The 400-litre capacity swells to 1310 litres with the back seats folded, which is in fact beaten by most other small MPVs on paper - the Kia Venga, for example, boasts 440 to 1486 litres - but the numbers only tell half the story.
The 500L has a three-level boot that can be raised to be flush with the folded-down seats, while the front passenger seat also folds flat - this is a good car to take that old Ikea CD cabinet to the tip in.
Despite Pop models missing the alloy wheels and air conditioning - essential for resale desirability - they’re otherwise well equipped, including Fiat’s five-inch touchscreen media system, Bluetooth and leather covering for the comically large (and not too comfortable to hold) gear knob.
Move up to Pop Star trim and comfort improves by way of air con and cruise control. Plus you get a set of 16-inch alloys, underwhelming as they look in the 500L’s massive arches. Lounge specification does feel like it has a lot, bumping the air con up to dual-zone climate control, adding rear parking sensors, automatic lights and wipers and a panoramic sunroof that genuinely lifts cabin ambience with natural light.
Lounge cars also get two small tables for rear seat passengers, which are a nice idea in theory but in reality are too flimsy to be of much real use. There isn’t a mass of interior storage in any version of the 500L either, with no central storage box, quite small door pockets and a shallow glove box.
Fiat sees the 500L Trekking as a model in its own right, but it’s loosely based on the Lounge specification with a couple of notable additions – like low speed automatic braking (optional elsewhere) and a more sophisticated traction control system that alludes to off-road ability. The 17-inch alloys come shod in mud and snow tyres as standard, for the same reason, and the interior fabric is different.
The Beats version is based on the Trekking, and comes, as you’d expect, with an upgraded stereo – albeit a disappointingly lacklustre one, when a decent sound system is the very least you could expect from this cynical and expensive marketing ploy. The cheapest Beats version is around £19,000.
In any event the cabin is quite intuitive, at least, with large heater controls and logical steering wheel buttons, although the touchscreen is too small, making it fiddly to use. It’s saved by a row of shortcut buttons so you can at least quickly get to the function you want.
Fiat 500L models and specs
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4147–4375 mm |
| Width | 1784–2036 mm |
| Height | 1658–1679 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2612–2613 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1245–1440 kg |
| Boot Space | 343–1480 L |
| Warranty | 3 years / 60000 miles |
| Servicing | 9000–21000 miles |
| Spare Wheel | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Space-saving spare wheel / Tyre-repair kit | ||
| Alternative | Tyre-repair kit | ||
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £14,575–£22,465 |
| Insurance Groups | 7–18 |
| Road Tax Bands | B–H |
| Official MPG | 39.8–72.4 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | 3 |
Currently on sale
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 95 Fire Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 13.6 s |
| Connect 95 Fire Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 13.6 s |
| Hey Google 95 Fire Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 13.6 s |
| Pop 95 Fire Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 13.6 s |
| Sport 95 Fire Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | 13.6 s |
On sale until April 2021
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.4 95hp 120th Anniversary Start+Stop 5dr | - | - | - |
| 1.4 95hp City Cross Start+Stop 5dr | - | - | - |
| 1.4 95hp Cross Start+Stop 5dr | - | - | - |
| 1.4 95hp Urban Start+Stop 5dr | - | - | - |
| Sport 95 Fire Start/Stop 5dr | - | - | - |
On sale until June 2020
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.3 Multijet 95 Cross 5dr | £20,545 | 67.3 mpg | 14.3 s |
| 1.3 Multijet 95 Cross Dualogic 5dr | £21,545 | 70.6 mpg | 15.5 s |
| 1.4 95hp 120th Anniversary 5dr | - | 41.5 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.4 95hp City Cross 5dr | £17,610 | 40.9 mpg | 13.9 s |
| 1.4 95hp Cross 5dr | £18,710 | 39.8 mpg | 13.2 s |
| 1.4 95hp S Design 5dr | £18,610 | 40.4 mpg | 13.9 s |
| 1.4 95hp Urban 5dr | £16,710 | 40.9 mpg | 13.4 s |
| 1.4 T-Jet 120 Cross 5dr | £19,660 | 42.2 mpg | 11.0 s |
| 1.6 Multijet 120 Cross 5dr | £21,565 | 65.7 mpg | 11.5 s |
On sale until July 2019
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.3 Multijet 95 Lounge 5dr | £20,045 | 68.9 mpg | 13.9 s |
| 1.3 Multijet 95 Lounge Dualogic 5dr | £21,045 | 72.4 mpg | 14.8 s |
| 1.3 Multijet 95 Pop Star 5dr | £18,545 | 68.9 mpg | 13.9 s |
| 1.3 Multijet 95 Pop Star Dualogic 5dr | £19,545 | 72.4 mpg | 14.8 s |
| 1.4 95 Lounge 5dr | £17,900 | 46.3 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.4 95 Pop Star 5dr | £16,400 | 46.3 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.4 95hp Mirror 5dr | £17,000 | 46.3 mpg | 12.8 s |
| 1.4 T-Jet 120 Lounge 5dr | £19,160 | 42.2 mpg | 10.2 s |
| 1.4 T-Jet 120 Pop Star 5dr | £17,660 | 42.2 mpg | 10.2 s |
| 1.4 T-Jet 120hp Mirror 5dr | £18,260 | 42.2 mpg | 10.2 s |
| 1.6 Multijet 120 Lounge 5dr | £21,065 | 67.3 mpg | 10.7 s |
| 1.6 Multijet 120 Pop Star 5dr | £19,565 | 67.3 mpg | 10.7 s |
On sale until January 2018
On sale until July 2015
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Beats Edition 1.6 MultiJet 105 5dr | £21,640 | 60.1 mpg | 12.0 s |
| Lounge 1.3 MultiJet 85 5dr | £18,440 | 67.3 mpg | 14.9 s |
| Lounge 1.3 MultiJet 85 Dualogic 5dr Auto | £19,340 | 70.6 mpg | 15.5 s |
| Lounge 1.6 MultiJet 105 5dr | £19,440 | 62.8 mpg | 11.3 s |
| Pop Star 1.3 MultiJet 85 5dr | £17,040 | 67.3 mpg | 14.9 s |
| Pop Star 1.3 MultiJet 85 Dualogic 5dr Auto | £17,940 | 70.6 mpg | 15.5 s |
| Pop Star 1.6 MultiJet 105 5dr | £18,040 | 62.8 mpg | 11.3 s |
| Trekking 1.3 MultiJet 85 5dr | £19,140 | 65.7 mpg | 15.3 s |
| Trekking 1.3 MultiJet 85 Dualogic 5dr Auto | £20,040 | 67.3 mpg | 16.1 s |
| Trekking 1.6 MultiJet 105 5dr | £20,140 | 60.1 mpg | 12.0 s |
On sale until April 2015
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Beats Edition 0.9 TwinAir 105 5dr | £20,290 | 55.4 mpg | 12.6 s |
| Beats Edition 1.4 T-Jet 120 5dr | £20,795 | 40.4 mpg | 11.0 s |
| Lounge 0.9 TwinAir 105 5dr | £18,090 | 58.9 mpg | 12.3 s |
| Lounge 1.4 T-Jet 120 5dr | £18,595 | 40.9 mpg | 10.2 s |
| Pop Star 0.9 TwinAir 105 5dr | £16,690 | 58.9 mpg | 12.3 s |
| Pop Star 1.4 T-Jet 120 5dr | £17,195 | 40.9 mpg | 10.2 s |
| Trekking 0.9 TwinAir 105 5dr | £18,790 | 55.4 mpg | 12.6 s |
| Trekking 1.4 T-Jet 120 5dr | £19,295 | 40.4 mpg | 11.0 s |
On sale until June 2014
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Easy 0.9 TwinAir 105 5dr | £16,490 | 58.9 mpg | 12.4 s |
| Easy 1.3 MultiJet 85 5dr | £16,490 | 67.3 mpg | 14.9 s |
| Easy 1.3 MultiJet 85 Dualogic 5dr Auto | £17,390 | 70.6 mpg | 15.1 s |
| Easy 1.4 95 5dr | £14,995 | 45.6 mpg | 12.8 s |
| Easy 1.6 MultiJet 105 5dr | £17,490 | 62.8 mpg | 11.3 s |
Model History
- February 2012: Fiat 500L revealed
- December 2012: Pricing announced
- July 2013: Fiat 500L Trekking launched
- February 2014: New engines added to 500L range
- January 2018: Fiat 500L Mirror introduced
- January 2021: Fiat 500L range updated for 2021
- March 2021: Fiat 500L Hey Google special edition announced
February 2012
Fiat 500L revealed
The L stands for ‘Large’ and the 500L is the next car in the 500 family. 4,140mm long x 1,780mm wide x 1,660mm high. Based on Punto platform. 95 PS 1.4 four cylinder petrol, 105PSA 875cc TwinAir, 75PS or 95PS 1.25 Multijet engines, 105PS 1.6 Multijet. 5 seat and (later) 7 seat XL/MPW versions.
In Fiat speak: "With MPV passenger space combined with the feel of a small SUV on the road and the restrained dimensions and efficiency of a B segment car, the new Fiat model defies the conventional distinctions between the various segments, combining the typical characteristics of different categories in order to create a distinctive alternative to the traditional B and C segments."
December 2012
Pricing announced
The new 500L starts at just £14,990 OTR for the 1.4-litre 500L Pop Star or Easy – a price that includes a long standard equipment list featuring 5-inch touchscreen radio, Bluetooth, six airbags, ESP stability programme, body-coloured electric door mirrors, cruise control, leather gearknob and steering wheel.
The new 500L – L stands for Large – starts with two trim levels, Pop Star and Easy, which cost the same but have different additional features. In addition to the standard list, new Pop Star features a body-coloured dashboard, alloy wheels and side door mouldings to appeal to a cool, young audience, while Easy gets rear parking sensors, a soft-touch dashboard and electric rear windows in addition to the standard equipment, to attract drivers looking for greater comfort.
The top-of-the-range Lounge model is loaded with even more features, adding to the standard list: climate control air conditioning, 16-inch alloy wheels, side mouldings, rear parking sensors, electric rear windows, a largest-in-class fixed glass roof, light sensor, rain sensor, front fog lamps and a rear armrest.
Longer than a Fiat Punto and as wide as a Fiat Bravo, the soundly engineered new Fiat 500L, complete with 5-star Euro NCAP crash safety rating, goes well above and beyond the usual expectations of a mini-MPV. It’s unmistakably a member of the Fiat 500 family, but its roominess and flexibility will appeal to young families, and drivers who need the functionality of a family car, but who desire the coolness and cheeky fun-loving attitude which the iconic 500 city car embodies.
The new Fiat 500L aims to appeal to a broad spectrum of customers, not defined by age, job or income, nor tied to convention. Fiat 500L customers will still want to show their personality and passion – something that will be easily achievable thanks to the new car’s huge customisation possibilities. Among an extensive options list are: Fiat’s ground-breaking eco:Drive Live system, a powerful Beats by Dr Dre audio and even a Lavazza on-board coffee making machine.
The Fiat 500L will be available initially with a choice of four low emissions engines (Euro 6 petrol and Euro 5+ diesel), with Start&Stop as standard on TwinAir and MultiJet engines. The full engine line-up comprises the award-winning TwinAir 0.9-litre petrol (105hp), 1.4-litre 16-valve petrol (95hp), 1.3-litre 16-valve MultiJet diesel (85hp) with manual or MTA transmission, and 1.6-litre 16-valve MultiJet diesel (105hp).
With striking contemporary styling to match its spacious looks, all versions of the new Fiat 500L feature colour coded front and rear bumpers for a more sophisticated image, and a choice of 10 stunning colours including Heavy Metal Grey, Opera Red, Bashment Blue, Vocal Green and New Age Cream.
All versions come with the choice of body colour, white or black roof, and the option of silver, white or black alloy wheels, meaning customisation opportunities are huge. A 1.5 square metre glass roof (standard on Lounge) is also available for enhanced cabin ambience and panoramic passenger visibility.
| Model | Total OTR Total |
| 1.4 Pop Star (95hp) | £14,990 |
| 0.9 TwinAir Pop Star (105hp) | £16,490 |
| 1.3 MultiJet Pop Star (85hp) | £16,490 |
| 1.3 MultiJet MTA Pop Star (85hp) | £17,390 |
| 1.6 MultiJet Pop Star (105hp) | £17,490 |
| 1.4 Easy (95hp) | £14,990 |
| 0.9 TwinAir Easy (105hp) | £16,490 |
| 1.3 MultiJet Easy (85hp) | £16,490 |
| 1.3 MultiJet MTA Easy (85hp) | £17,390 |
| 1.6 MultiJet Easy (105hp) | £17,490 |
| 1.4 Lounge (95hp) | £16,390 |
| 0.9 TwinAir Lounge (105hp) | £17,890 |
| 1.3 MultiJet Lounge (85hp) | £17,890 |
| 1.3 MultiJet MTA Lounge (85hp) | £18,790 |
| 1.6 MultiJet Lounge (105hp) | £18,890 |
July 2013
Fiat 500L Trekking launched
Prices:
- 500L Trekking 1.4 95HP £17,095
- 500L Trekking 0.9 TwinAir 105HP £18,590
- 500L Trekking 1.3 MultiJet 85HP diesel £18,590
- 500L Trekking 1.3 Multijet Dualogic auto £19,490
- 500L Trekking 1.6 MultiJet 105HP £19,590
February 2014
New engines added to 500L range
Two new 120PS engines are added to the 500L range - 1.6 MultiJet II diesel and the 1.4 T-Jet petrol.
The new 1.6 MultiJet II has 120PS and 320Nm of torque which sees the 0-62mph time drop to 10.7 seconds (compared to 11.3 seconds with the 105PS engine.Average fuel consumption dips only slightly to 61.4mpg (versus 62.8mpg) while CO2emissions of 120 g/km (+3g/km) ensure it remains in the same tax and BIK band as the 105PS engine.
The EU6-ready 1.4 T-Jet petrol offers an identical 120PS but its maximum 215Nm of torque is available from just 2,500rpm, ensuring a broad and flexible performance range. Top speed is 117mph while the 0-62mph dash takes just 10.2 seconds, with combined-cycle fuel economy figure of 40.9mpg and CO2 emissions of 159g/km.
There is also a new model - the 500L Beats Edition. It combines the chunky styling of the 500L Trekking with a two-tone, grey/black colour scheme finished in a choice of gloss and matte finishes. Further styling enhancements include 17-inch alloy wheels, wheel arch extensions, side skirts and bumper inserts, all finished in black, as well as mirror fairings, front “whiskers” and the tailgate handle in satin chrome. Red brake callipers and red inserts in the mirror fairings complete the look.
The interior of the 500L Beats Edition gets automatic dual-zone climate control as standard, as well as a matte-grey dashboard panel and a Total Black interior pack which includes special black fabric/eco-leather seat upholstery complete with red, embroidered '500' logos on the front backrests. A premium BeatsAudioaudio system is also standard.
Based around the Fiat 500L Trekking, the new 500L Beats Edition also features the Trekking’s revised suspension, Mud and Snow tyres, City Brake Control and Traction+ traction control system as standard. Additional features, also standard on the Trekking, include rear electric windows, front fog lights, a touchscreen Uconnect infotainment system, automatic headlights, rain sensors and rear privacy glass.
Finally, for 2014, two new packs are now available on the Fiat 500L and 500L MPW. The new Premium Pack offers £1720-worth of luxury equipment for just £1300. Full beige or grey leather upholstery; a ParkView rear parking camera and a five-inch touchscreen Uconnect system with DAB and satellite navigation are all included in the pack, which is offered on the Lounge model only. In addition, a new Living Pack, comprised of heated front seats, height adjustable front seats, driver- and passenger-seat adjustable lumbar support and a front arm rest, can be combined with the Premium Pack for an additional £450, a saving of £125 versus the standard combined price of these options.
January 2018
Fiat 500L Mirror introduced
Comes with UconnectTMLINK technology which is Apple CarPlay-ready and compatible with Android AutoTM as standard.
Available for the first time on a Fiat model, Mopar Connect combines remote assistance services and control functions in one app, to guarantee peace of mind when on the road and away from the car.
Characteristic chrome details, chrome mirror caps, a Mirror badge on the pillar and fog lights are all standard on the 500L Mirror, building on the Pop Star specification. The new bi-colour Venezia blue paintwork and grey roof is exclusively available as an option, adding grey mirror caps. The Fiat 500L Mirror engine line-up features the 1.4 95hp petrol and the 1.4 T-Jet 120hp.
January 2021
Fiat 500L range updated for 2021
The Pop trim provides an affordable entry point into the 500L range. The family’s colour palette is broadened by the new, exclusive Sicilian orange livery, complemented by new fabric blue seats, embellished with the FIAT monogram and a dedicated dashboard in new Techno blue. The 500L Pop costs from £18,030.
The Connect trim level offers a high level of technology as standard, with the 7-inch Uconnect infotainment system with DAB radio, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™. On all three models, new seats are paired with a brand-new dashboard finish in matt silver. The 500L Connect also comes with 16-inch alloy wheels, body-coloured door mirrors. 500L Connect is priced at £19,330.
In its Cross trim level, on top of the Connect specification, the 500L Cross comes as standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, fog lamps, rear parking sensors, dusk and rain sensors, automatic air conditioning. Camouflage-motif interiors or optional black leather seats are also available. The 500L Cross is priced from £20,430.
The top of the range is the Sport trim is enhanced by 17-inch alloy wheels, City brake control, electrochromatic rear view mirror, interior in black technoprene, privacy glass and ambient lighting. 500L Sport is priced from £21,330.
The distinct character of the trim levels can be further enhanced to customise the 500L, while offering significant financial saving. These include:
- The magic eye pack: includes front parking sensors and rear camera, NAVI pack and ADAS pack with Blind Spot Detection and Adaptive Cruise Control. Available on Connect and Cross.
- The comfort pack: includes automatic air conditioning and adjustable seats, visibility pack with xenon headlights, electrochromatic rear view mirror and dusk and rain sensors. Available on Pop, Cross and Sport.
- The style pack: includes chrome-plated details and privacy glass with the full-LED pack Available on Connect.
March 2021
Fiat 500L Hey Google special edition announced
The special series is equipped with the Hey Google voice assistant, so customers can connect to their car remotely, using nothing but their own voice to request and receive information on the car and to interact with it. They can do so via their smartphone or the Google Nest Hub, a digital display included with the welcome kit they receive when purchasing a new 500 family Hey Google car.
The 500 Family is completed by the 500L Hey Google, the family mover with a crossover look for modern families, featuring the two-tone white and gloss black livery and 16-inch alloy wheels. The passenger compartment comes with new seats and a matt silver dashboard with the 500 logo in white, seven-inch DAB radio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, manual air conditioning, and Mopar ® Connect. The 500L Hey Google is available with Euro 6D-Final-compliant 1.4-litre 95hp petrol engine or a 1.3-litre 95hp turbodiesel Multijet.
What to watch out for
Complaint of alloy wheels corroding under the lacquer on a 500L Trekking.
28-06-2016:TwinAir engine extremely oil sensitive. Wrong oil can destroy MultiAir system replacement of which costs £1,200. Must only use correct FIAT Selenium oil.
11-02-2017:Report of airbag warning light constantly being re-triggered on a FIAT 500L. Started in February 2016 and keeps re-triggering since. Suspect that the dealer merely re-sets the trigger when what is needed is a new triggering system.
23-08-2018:Report of failure of steering angle sensor of 2013 FIAT 500L bought used in June 2018. Steering wheel off centr by 45 degrees and makes grating noise when car is turned left.
31-08-2018:Report of "water" leak into footwell of FIAT 500L.
