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FIAT 500 US Market (Single Generation)

2012–2019 · 312 · hatchback

Built on a widened version of the Fiat Mini platform, front-wheel drive. US engines: 1.4L FIRE I4 (101hp) standard, 1.4L MultiAir TurboJet I4 (135hp Turbo, 160hp Abarth). The 500e electric variant (87-mile EPA range) was sold in California and Oregon from 2013-2019 as a compliance car. Earned IIHS Top Safety Pick for 2012 and 2013. The entire 500 line was discontinued in North America in September 2019.

Watch out: MultiAir actuator unit failure on 1.4L Turbo and Abarth cars — internal solenoid oil leak causes misfires, rough idle, and the dreaded P0300 code. Replacement is a top-of-engine job that's not cheap. Manual transmission cars have weak 3rd-gear synchros, and the Comfortmatic single-clutch automated manual (when fitted) is widely loathed.