“The 500L is a very interesting car with a lovely exterior, beautiful interior design, and very good materials for a family trip”
2018 FIAT 500L: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2018 FIAT 500L gets a mid-cycle refresh, led by revised front and rear styling. It also receives a reworked cabin and a standard 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
About the 2018 FIAT 500L
1st generation (2014-2020 U.S.), 2018 mid-cycle refresh year.
FIAT pitched the 500L as a roomy, city-friendly family hatchback that mixes Italian style with unusually good passenger and cargo space for its footprint. The core appeal was four usable doors, flexible rear seating, lots of glass, and easy maneuverability in tight urban settings. Compared with small crossovers and hatchbacks, the 500L's main selling point was cabin openness and versatility rather than sporty performance or off-road ability.
The Pop is the straightforward version, pairing a roomy, flexible cabin with smartphone-friendly controls. Trekking adds a rugged look, leather seats, navigation and premium audio but remains front-wheel drive, while Lounge emphasizes comfort with heated leather seats, dual-zone climate control and rear parking sensors.
What changed, by category
Styling
FIAT revised the front and rear appearance with updated bumpers and trim details. Inside, the 500L received a new steering wheel, center console, shifter and parking-brake handle, along with relocated cupholders.
Tech
A 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto became standard across the lineup, and FIAT added another USB charging point. Dual-zone climate control became standard on Lounge.
Safety
A rearview camera became standard across the lineup.
2018 FIAT 500L specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd HD | Automatic, 6-Spd HD | Automatic, 6-Spd HD |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 160 hp | 160 hp | 160 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 68 cu-ft | 68 cu-ft | 68 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.7 in | 36.7 in | 36.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Subwoofer | |||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Power Driver's Lumbar Support Seat | |||
Frequently asked questions
How is the 2018 FIAT 500L different from the 2017 model?
The 2018 FIAT 500L has refreshed exterior styling, a redesigned console and controls, and a standard 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A rearview camera also became standard across the lineup.
Does the 2018 FIAT 500L have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on every 2018 FIAT 500L trim through the 7-inch touchscreen system.
Did the FIAT 500L engine change for 2018?
No. The 2018 refresh did not change the 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine or six-speed automatic transmission.
Is the 2018 FIAT 500L Trekking all-wheel drive?
No. The 2018 500L Trekking is front-wheel drive. Its rugged lower-body trim and satin silver accents change the look, not the drivetrain.
Which 2018 FIAT 500L trims have leather seats and navigation?
The 2018 Trekking and Lounge trims have heated leather-trimmed front seats and built-in navigation. Lounge leans toward comfort and chrome details, while Trekking uses rugged-looking exterior trim.
2018 FIAT 500L Reviews
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