“The car is cute, but the electronics are quirky as hell. Wish I could plug it in for updated software.”
2018 FIAT 500X: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2018 FIAT 500X is a standard 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on every trim. It is not a redesign, but it also gains the Pop-based Blue Sky Edition and a few newly standard features.
About the 2018 FIAT 500X
1st generation (2016-2023), third model year; pre-facelift U.S. version just before the 2019 refresh.
The 500X is FIAT’s small crossover for shoppers who want more character than the usual subcompact SUV. FIAT markets it around Italian styling, a cabin that feels more playful than most rivals, room for five, and real crossover usefulness in a city-friendly size. Its big difference versus competitors is that it leans heavily on design and personality, but it still offers practical touches such as a flexible cabin and available all-wheel drive.
The 2018 range spans the simple Pop, tougher-looking Trekking, and comfort-focused Lounge. Trekking pairs its rugged-look trim with a 2.4-liter engine and selectable drive modes, while Lounge adds navigation, heated front seats and steering wheel, and a power driver seat. Blue Sky emphasizes its panoramic sunroof and blue cabin trim, while Urbana uses black-and-copper details.
What changed, by category
Tech
Every trim moves to the Uconnect 4 system with a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Bluetooth and USB ports also become standard on Pop.
Safety
The rearview camera becomes standard on Pop, Trekking, and Urbana Edition.
Styling
The Pop-based Blue Sky Edition joins the range with a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, blue-pattern cloth seats, blue dashboard trim, and satin-chrome exterior accents.
2018 FIAT 500X specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 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 | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, 2.4L |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd / Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd |
| Drivetrain | FWD / AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 21–25 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 29–33 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 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 |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | ||||
| Trunk/Cargo | 19.9 cu-ft | 19.9 cu-ft | 19.9 cu-ft | 19.9 cu-ft | 19.9 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 | |||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Privacy Glass | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Roof Rails | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest difference between the 2018 FIAT 500X and the 2017 model?
The biggest difference is the 2018 model's standard 7-inch Uconnect 4 touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across every trim. The 2018 lineup also adds the Pop-based Blue Sky Edition.
Does every 2018 FIAT 500X have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes. Every 2018 FIAT 500X trim has a 7-inch Uconnect 4 touchscreen with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Was the FIAT 500X Blue Sky Edition new for 2018?
Yes. The Pop-based Blue Sky Edition joined the 500X range for 2018 with a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, blue interior accents, satin-chrome exterior trim, a 2.4-liter engine, and a nine-speed automatic transmission.
Did the 2018 FIAT 500X get different engines or transmissions?
No. The basic powertrain range carries over for 2018. Pop retains the 1.4-liter engine with a manual transmission, while the 2.4-liter engine and nine-speed automatic remain in the lineup.
Did the 2018 FIAT 500X gain any standard safety equipment?
Yes. A rearview camera became standard on the 2018 Pop, Trekking, and Urbana Edition. There was no broader change to the lineup's driver-assistance hardware.
2018 FIAT 500X Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2018 FIAT 500X.
4.3
2018 FIAT 500X
(82 reviews)
“I love how unique my car is. It fits everything I need. Has great gas mileage. The back up camera is so great when parking. The driving assistant features are also really handy. I love that navigation is built in, but that I can also plug my phone in. The heated steering wheel is amazing.”
“To make sure they don't have the same issue with the display because I have had to get it changed 2 times already within months of buying it.”