But besides the award-winning design the Fiat 500 offers an outstanding value story with a seemingly endless list of features/equipment. There are three versions of the Fiat 500: Pop, Sport and Lounge. All versions are well equipped (the Pop has over 100 standard features) and provide a way to express your individuality.
Fiat 500 Pop
The Fiat 500 Pop is for those who appreciate Italian style, efficiency and want personalization options.
Here is a list of some of the equipment the Fiat 500 Pop includes:
5 speed manual transmission,
15-inch steel wheels with chrome-accented wheel covers and
all-season tires
Electronic stability control (ESC) with four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS), all-speed traction control system (TCS), electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
Seven standard air bags
Air conditioning
AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio with auxiliary audio input(MP3/WMA)
6 speakers
Power windows
Power door locks
Power heated mirrors
Speed control
Tilt wheel
Cabin filter
Five cupholders
Floor mats emboided with "500"
Map lights
Tachometer
Engine temperature gauge
Driver selectable Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) with trip computer, outside temperature, average fuel economy, distance-to-empty, low fuel, service interval, driving range and tire-pressure monitoring display (TPM)
The U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the 2012 Fiat 500 Pop is $15,500.*
Fiat 500 Sport
The 500 Sport is for driving enthusiasts who like Italian car design and want more convenience features. The 500 Sport has modified springs and shock tuning, steering calibration and exhaust tuning. Outwardly, the 500 Sport is distinguished from other 500 models by its distinctively styled front and rear fascias with larger ‘honeycomb’ grilles and flared aerodynamic treatment, new bodyside sill cladding, a liftgate-mounted roof spoiler and unique 16-inch aluminum wheels with Mineral Gray painted pockets.
Along with the Pop features listed above, the 500 Sport has:
Performance Red painted brake calipers
Chromed exhaust tip
Fog lamps
Unique sport-styled seats
BOSE® Energy Efficient Series audio system with six premium speakers and subwoofer
Leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls
BLUE&ME™ Handsfree Communication technology with USB port
eco:Drive™ Application and iPod control capability.
The U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the 2012 Fiat 500 Sport is $17,500.*
Fiat 500 Lounge
The 500 Lounge is for those who want their Fiat 500 to reflect their style and fashion sense. It features premium amenities (in addition to the Fiat 500 Pop features) including the all-new six-speed automatic transmission with driver-selectable gear changes, plus:
Front- and rear-fascia chromed accents
Chrome mirror caps
Fog lamps
Fixed glass roof
15-inch aluminum wheels with all-season tires
Premium cloth seats
Leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls
SIRIUS Satellite Radio
BOSE® Energy Efficient Series audio system with six premium speakers and subwoofer
Security alarm
BLUE&ME™ Handsfree Communication technology with USB port
eco:Drive™ Application and iPod control capability.
The U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the 2012 Fiat 500 Lounge is $19,500.*
500,000 unique style and personalization combinations
With 14 paint colors available in metallic, non-metallic and premium tri-coat pearl finishes, every new 2012 Fiat 500 will be distinct. In addition, the interior is available in two interior environments (Black or Ivory) with 14 unique seat color and material combinations for an individualized look.
For a complete list of features and equipment available on the 2012 Fiat 500, see this previous post.
Go to the Fiat USA website here and build your own unique 500!
*plus $500 destination charge
Source: Fiat USA
7 comments:
A good post there Chris, although I've heard that the Pop now gets the USB/Blue & Me standard but the price didn't change, thanks to Mass going hands free.
True, the Pop comes with Blue & Me standard as of 5/5/11. I ordered mine on 5/2/11, the POC shows a charge of 500 for Blue & Me, but at the bottom there is a discount of 500.
Abarth pricing? and will we get the esseesse in the states...
nate
I think 10 to 12 thousand is a much more reasonable price for a tiny little car that comes from a manufacturer that has had quality issues in the past. I am a big fan of these cars and the smart cars but the price of these things I find to be way out of line for you get.
I think you really need to examine all the features, safety and engineering that the 500 provides and then look at what cars are 10-12 thousand dollars. The reality of 2011 is you can't sell a car like the 500 for that little. You have to add $2000 to the base price of a Yaris and it still doesn't have all the features the 500 has.
when compared to the Hyundai series of cars and price comparable to the Sonata which is mid range and has many luxury features plus all Hyundai's have long term stress free warranty, and Hyundais' impeccable record on maintenance issues, it is obvious that the price is based on "Cute" like the Mini Cooper. there are people that will pay for "cute" and "darling" little car, but I dont think that will last long. Like the Smart Car this price will drop with time, but if you want to be the first to pay for Italian "cute" go for it
price is quite high for these. With the top end of the 500 at %23,000.. the abarth i would guess be higher... for 25,000 i can go get a Impreza WRX, camareo, mustang, etc and get my performance fix.. not to mention a cooper S with more power. prices are 3-4k too high! then i would buy.
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