2019 FIAT 500 Abarth: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2019 FIAT 500 Abarth is that its touchscreen became standard. Otherwise, it is largely a carryover, with the same turbo engine and sport-focused hardware as the 2018 model.
About the 2019 FIAT 500 Abarth
First-generation US Fiat 500 / 500 Abarth (2008 global generation, US-market performance variant in its later years); final full sales year before the model range exited the US market after 2019.
Fiat positioned the 500 Abarth as the playful, high-energy version of the 500: a tiny city hatchback with a louder exhaust note, sharper suspension tuning, and more personality than a typical small car. Its main appeal was not cabin space or value, but the combination of compact size, turbo power, manual-transmission availability, and an unmistakably sporty character that stood apart from more conventional subcompacts.
FIAT positioned the 2019 500 Abarth as the most aggressive version of its small hatchback, with a 160-hp turbocharged 1.4-liter engine, firmer suspension and a distinctive performance exhaust. It also has performance front seats, Abarth-specific bodywork and a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
What changed, by category
2019 FIAT 500 Abarth specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-Spd |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 28 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 33 mpg |
| Horsepower | 160 hp |
| Torque | 170 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 9.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 31.7 in |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Alarm System | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| Fog Lights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Roof Rails | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Touch Screen Monitor | |
| USB Ports | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Tilt Wheel | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2019 FIAT 500 Abarth compared with the 2018 model?
The touchscreen became standard for 2019. Beyond that equipment change, the Abarth carried over with the same basic engine, front-wheel-drive layout and sport-focused chassis setup.
Did the 2019 FIAT 500 Abarth get a new engine?
No. The 2019 model kept its 160-hp turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine, with no major powertrain change for the year.
Does the 2019 FIAT 500 Abarth have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes. Its standard 7-inch touchscreen supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Was 2019 a redesign year for the FIAT 500 Abarth?
No. The 2019 Abarth was not redesigned and received no major styling, structural or chassis overhaul. It remained part of the same first-generation US model line.
Was 2019 the final year for the FIAT 500 Abarth in the United States?
Yes. The 2019 model year was its final full sales year before the FIAT 500 range exited the US market after 2019.
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