“The Fiat 500 X is a small SUV with AWD. It's both sporty and practical. It has plenty of cargo space, can seat five, has comfortable seats and lots of air bags. It handles well and it's fun to drive. The three drive modes allow for a choice of all weather traction, best gas mileage, or responsiveness. Stereo has good sound and pairs well with my iPhone.”
2016 FIAT 500X: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2016 FIAT 500X is an all-new model and FIAT’s first U.S. subcompact crossover. Its headline feature is the first all-wheel-drive system offered in the 500 family.
About the 2016 FIAT 500X
1st generation (Type 334), first U.S. model year / all-new launch
FIAT positioned the 500X as an Italian-styled small crossover for shoppers who wanted personality without giving up day-to-day usefulness. It keeps the rounded 500-family look and playful cabin design, but adds seating for five, flexible cargo space, an easier step-in height, and available all-wheel drive. In plain terms, it is a city-friendly subcompact SUV with more style than most rivals, with Street trims leaning comfort-focused and Trekking trims leaning tougher-looking.
The Pop trim covers the basics, while Easy adds the stronger everyday focus of a 2.4-liter engine, nine-speed automatic, touchscreen, keyless entry, and remote start. Trekking brings tougher-looking bumpers, while Lounge emphasizes comfort with navigation, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel. Trekking Plus combines the rugged look with leather-trimmed seats, navigation, blind-spot monitoring, and rear parking sensors.
What changed, by category
Structural
The 500X debuts as a new five-seat crossover with a larger body and more cargo flexibility than the smaller 500 hatchback.
Powertrain
The lineup launches with two four-cylinder powertrain paths and introduces the first all-wheel-drive system offered in the FIAT 500 family.
Styling
The range is split between street-focused trims and Trekking models with tougher-looking front and rear styling.
2016 FIAT 500X specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, 2.4L / 4-Cyl, MultiAir, 1.4T | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, 2.4L | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, 2.4L | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, 2.4L | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, 2.4L |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd / Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22–25 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 31–34 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 160–180 hp | 180 hp | 180 hp | 180 hp | 180 hp |
| Torque | 175–184 lb-ft | 175 lb-ft | 175 lb-ft | 175 lb-ft | 175 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 18.5 cu-ft | 18.5 cu-ft | 18.5 cu-ft | 18.5 cu-ft | 18.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||||
| Automatic Headlights | |||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Park Assist | |||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Privacy Glass | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Subwoofer | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| USB Ports | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
Frequently asked questions
Is 2016 the first year of the FIAT 500X?
Yes. The 2016 500X is the model’s first U.S. year and the start of its first generation.
Does the 2016 FIAT 500X have all-wheel drive?
Yes. The 2016 500X offers all-wheel drive, marking the first use of an all-wheel-drive system in the FIAT 500 family.
How is the 2016 FIAT 500X different from the smaller FIAT 500?
The 2016 500X is a larger five-seat crossover with more flexible cargo space than the smaller 500 hatchback. It also offers all-wheel drive.
What is the difference between the 2016 500X Trekking and Trekking Plus?
Trekking Plus is the more fully equipped rugged-looking trim. It adds leather-trimmed seats, a 6.5-inch touchscreen with navigation, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, blind-spot monitoring, rear parking sensors, and a rearview camera.
Which 2016 FIAT 500X trims have the 2.4-liter engine and nine-speed automatic?
Easy, Lounge, Trekking, and Trekking Plus use the 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
2016 FIAT 500X Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2016 FIAT 500X.
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2016 FIAT 500X
(289 reviews)
“I thought I was past the "love to drive" phase in my life, but not anymore, I love driving my Fiat! It's just fun!”
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