“It's a great town car, not to go too far, most ideal for commuting, doing shopping errands, going to the gym, etc. For yourself and one passenger and one or two children in the back seat. You will feel in control, safe, and have fun driving it. Easy to charge the battery at home, no special installation is required for level 1, or very fast at a 300 DC Volts charger.”
2024 FIAT 500e: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2024 FIAT 500e returns to the U.S. as an all-new battery-electric hatchback, making this a full redesign rather than a carryover year. Its biggest change is the arrival of the current-generation electric 500 with a new powertrain, body, and cabin.
About the 2024 FIAT 500e
Current EV-based 500 generation, first U.S. model year for this generation and the 500e’s return to North America.
FIAT positions the 500e as a stylish city EV first and foremost: small, easy to park, playful to drive, and full of Italian character. It is not sold as a long-range appliance. Instead, the brand leans on personality, design, and simple everyday electric driving, pairing a compact footprint with a much more modern cabin than the old U.S.-market 500e. The key draw is emotional appeal in a tiny urban-friendly package.
The launch-spec (500e)RED is a city-focused EV with a 42-kWh battery, one-pedal driving, and a 10.25-inch touchscreen. Beauty adds richer cabin materials, Music centers on a seven-speaker JBL audio system, and LA combines premium cabin touches, JBL audio, and hands-on driver assistance.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The returning 500e uses a 42-kWh battery, a front-mounted electric motor, and one-pedal driving. Normal, Range, and Sherpa driving modes help tailor how the car uses and conserves energy.
Styling
The current-generation 500 body and cabin arrive in the U.S., bringing a more modern interior layout. The range also expands from the launch-spec (500e)RED to the themed Beauty, Music, and LA editions during the model year.
Safety
Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection and lane-keep assist are part of the RED trim. Beauty, Music, and LA add a hands-on driver-assistance system, while Beauty and Music also include expanded parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic detection.
Tech
A 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and a wireless phone charger becomes core equipment. The new e-latch replaces a traditional interior door handle, and Music and LA add a seven-speaker JBL audio system.
2024 FIAT 500e specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric Motor | Electric Motor | Electric Motor | Electric Motor |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 111 hp | 111 hp | 111 hp | 111 hp |
| Torque | 147 lb-ft | 147 lb-ft | 147 lb-ft | 147 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 7.5 cu-ft | 7.5 cu-ft | 7.5 cu-ft | 7.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.5 in | 29.5 in | 29.5 in | 29.5 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Electric Range | 149 | 149 | 149 | 149 |
| MPGe Combined | 116 | 116 | 116 | 116 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2024 FIAT 500e all-new?
Yes. The 2024 FIAT 500e is the first U.S. model year for the current electric 500 generation and marks the model's return to North America with a new body, cabin, and battery-electric powertrain.
What powers the 2024 FIAT 500e?
The 2024 FIAT 500e uses a 42-kWh battery and a front-mounted electric motor. The RED trim is rated at 117 horsepower and up to 149 miles of estimated driving range, and it includes one-pedal driving with Normal, Range, and Sherpa modes.
Which trims were introduced for the 2024 FIAT 500e?
The 2024 lineup launches with the (500e)RED and expands during the model year with Beauty, Music, and LA. Beauty emphasizes richer cabin materials, Music focuses on JBL audio, and LA blends premium cabin details with JBL audio and hands-on driver assistance.
What infotainment technology does the 2024 FIAT 500e have?
The 2024 FIAT 500e has a 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and a wireless phone charger. Music and LA also have a seven-speaker JBL audio system with a subwoofer and Virtual Venues sound modes.
What driver-assistance features were offered on the 2024 FIAT 500e?
The 2024 FIAT 500e includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection and lane-keep assist on the RED trim. The Beauty, Music, and LA editions add a hands-on driver-assistance system, while Beauty and Music also bring expanded parking sensors and blind-spot monitoring.
2024 FIAT 500e Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 FIAT 500e.
4.1
2024 FIAT 500e
(15 reviews)
“We need more small cars available in the USA. The people daily driving pickup trucks and large SUVs are ridiculous. The 500e is the most sensible size commuter.”
“If you are looking for a small, easy to use car, comfortable driving around your area or i.e. a fancy environmentally friendly city car, Fiat 500e is the right choice to consider.”