2016 Fiat 500 Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 2016 Fiat 500, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Unitized steel
Production Years for Series :	2007 -
Weight :	2366 lbs \| 1073.2 kg

Performance

Coefficient of Drag :	0.332

Engine & Transmission

Inline 4
Displacement :	1368 cc \| 83.5 cu in. \| 1.4 L.
Power :	101 HP (74.336 KW) @ 6500 RPM
Torque :	97 Ft-Lbs (132 NM) @ 4000 RPM
Bore :	2.8 in \| 72 mm.
Stroke :	3.3 in \| 84 mm.
Compression :	10.8:1
Valvetrain :	16 SOHC (4 valves per cylinder)
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Aluminum Alloy
Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection
Redline :	6900 RPM

Turbocharged Inline 4 \| Belt-driven, MultiAir
Displacement :	1368 cc \| 83.5 cu in. \| 1.4 L.
Power :	135 HP (99.36 KW) @ 5500 RPM
Torque :	150 Ft-Lbs (203 NM) @ 2400 RPM
Bore :	2.8 in \| 72 mm.
Stroke :	3.3 in \| 84 mm.
Compression :	9.8:1
Valvetrain :	16 SOHC (4 valves per cylinder)
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Aluminum Alloy
Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection

Transmission:
5 Manual C514 , 6 Automatic AISIN; overdrive; with Auto Stick , 5 Manual C510

Gear Ratios

1st Gear :	3.909
2nd Gear :	2.174
3rd Gear :	1.345
4th Gear :	0.974
5th Gear :	0.766

Handling

Recall

Component	POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer	DLT, LLC
NHTSA Campaign ID	19E044000
Summary	DLT, LLC. is recalling certain CravenSpeed Fiat Short Shifter shafts sold for use in 2011-2019 Fiat 500 vehicles. The Shifter Shaft may have been improperly manufactured with a through hole for the set screw rather than a blind hole, which may lead to the breakage of the Shifter Shaft.
Consequence	If the shifter breaks while the vehicle is in motion, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy	DLT has notified owners, and will provide a complete replacement shifter assembly with an updated shaft, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2019. Owners may contact DLT customer service at 1-503-505-6886.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer	Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Mfr Report Date	20100621
NHTSA Campaign ID	16V302000
Summary	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 clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears.
Consequence	If the clutch diaphragm spring fails, the driver may not be able to shift gears or the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy	The remedy for this recall will include the installation of a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S34.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Manufacturer	Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Mfr Report Date	20150611
NHTSA Campaign ID	16V667000
Summary	Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 11, 2015, to July 27, 2016. The tire placard on the affected vehicles lists a tire inflation pressure for the spare tire that exceeds the maximum pressure listed on the sidewall. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, 'Tire Selection and Rims.'
Consequence	If the spare tire is used while overinflated, the tire may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy	Fiat will notify owners, and dealers will add an overlay on the tire placard to the correct tire inflation information, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for this recall is S69.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2016 Fiat 500? A: The 2016 Fiat 500 has a wheelbase size of 90.60 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2016 Fiat 500? A: The 2016 Fiat 500 has a length of 139.60 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2016 Fiat 500? A: The 2016 Fiat 500 has a width of 64.10 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2016 Fiat 500 have?A: The 2016 Fiat 500 has 38.90 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2016 Fiat 500 have?A: The 2016 Fiat 500 has legroom of 40.70 inches.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 2016 Fiat 500? A: The 2016 Fiat 500 was offered as a Cabriolet, Coupe.

Q: What engines did the 2016 Fiat 500 have? A: The 2016 Fiat 500 had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1368 cc | 83.5 cu in. | 1.4 L.) with 101 HP (74.336 KW) @ 6500 RPM and 97 Ft-Lbs (132 NM) @ 4000 RPM

Turbocharged Inline 4 (1368 cc | 83.5 cu in. | 1.4 L.) with 135 HP (99.36 KW) @ 5500 RPM and 150 Ft-Lbs (203 NM) @ 2400 RPM

Q: What transmissions did the 2016 Fiat 500 have? A: The 2016 Fiat 500 had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual C514, 6 speed Automatic AISIN; overdrive; with Auto Stick, 5 speed Manual C510.