“Ease of driving is excellent. Wish there was a tad more roominess in the back seat.”
2019 FIAT 500X: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
For 2019, FIAT gave the 500X a substantial mid-cycle refresh. The headline change is a new 177-hp 1.3-liter turbo engine paired with a nine-speed automatic and standard all-wheel drive on every trim.
About the 2019 FIAT 500X
1st generation (2016-2023), mid-cycle refresh year
FIAT positioned the 500X as a small crossover that keeps the look and personality of the 500 hatchback but adds more room, a taller driving position, and standard all-wheel drive. In plain terms, it is the city-friendly, style-first choice for shoppers who want something easier to park than a larger SUV but more useful than a small car. Its biggest built-in differentiators were distinctive Italian styling, standard AWD, and a compact cabin that still seats five.
The 2019 lineup starts with the straightforward Pop, which has a 7-inch touchscreen, smartphone integration, remote start, and standard all-wheel drive. Trekking adds a tougher look and richer cabin materials, while Trekking Plus tops the regular range with heated leather-trimmed seats, navigation, upgraded audio, and parking sensors. The late-year 120th Anniversary Edition gives Pop a dressier two-tone look with LED headlamps and a black roof.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Every trim moved to a 177-hp 1.3-liter turbo four-cylinder engine, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive.
Styling
FIAT revised the front and rear styling, made LED daytime running lights and LED taillamps standard, and updated the cabin with new seating materials and a redesigned steering wheel.
Tech
The driver display received updated graphics, and remote start became standard on the Pop trim.
2019 FIAT 500X specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, Turbo, 1.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 177 hp | 177 hp | 177 hp | 177 hp | 177 hp | 177 hp |
| Torque | 210 lb-ft | 210 lb-ft | 210 lb-ft | 210 lb-ft | 210 lb-ft | 210 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 19.9 cu-ft | 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 | 34.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is all-wheel drive standard on every 2019 FIAT 500X?
Yes. Every US-market 2019 FIAT 500X has standard all-wheel drive, paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
What engine does the 2019 FIAT 500X have?
Every 2019 FIAT 500X uses a 177-hp 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It replaced the prior lineup's engine choices as part of the 2019 refresh.
How is the 2019 FIAT 500X different from the 2018 model?
The 2019 model received a substantial refresh. It gained a new 177-hp turbo engine, standard all-wheel drive across the lineup, revised front and rear styling, standard LED daytime running lights and taillamps, and several cabin updates.
Did the FIAT 500X trim lineup change for 2019?
Yes. Trekking Plus and the late-year 120th Anniversary Edition joined the lineup, while the Lounge trim was dropped. Trekking Plus became the premium regular trim, with leather-trimmed seats, navigation, upgraded audio, and parking sensors.
Does the 2019 FIAT 500X have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes. Every 2019 FIAT 500X trim has a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
2019 FIAT 500X Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 FIAT 500X.
4.3
2019 FIAT 500X
(28 reviews)
“Great car overall. Interior comfort is terrible. You must be five foot tall to be comfortable. Not a lot of room for storage in the trunk.”
“This car is perfect for anyone looking for a car that has loads personality and wants something no one else on your street drives. It's peppy and a breeze to maneuver in traffic. The interior is just as fun and comfortable.”