“If you have a lot of children that you ride in the car, I wouldn't recommend it. The interior is not large enough to accommodate more than about 4 people. I am retired, have grown children and young grandchildren. I do not invite grandchildren to ride in my car. They can ride in my husband's large Chevy Silverado crew cab truck if necessary. I love my car and don't want small children riding in it.”
FIAT 500X: Trims, Generations & Buyer's Guide
Last updated August 4, 2026
The FIAT 500X is a five-seat subcompact SUV that wraps the rounded style of the 500 family in a more practical, five-door shape. It is known for Italian design, city-friendly size, and standard all-wheel drive on 2019-2023 models.
The 500X has always put personality ahead of maximum cargo space. It brought the rounded look and playful cabin feel of the smaller 500 into a more practical SUV shape. A major 2019 update made all-wheel drive standard and gave every trim the same 177-hp turbo engine and nine-speed automatic. Its single U.S. generation ran from 2016 through 2023.
Strengths
- Its rounded Italian styling gives it a distinct look in a class filled with more conventional small SUVs.
- Its compact size is well suited to city streets and tight parking spaces.
- Every 2019-2023 model has all-wheel drive, which adds useful traction in changing weather.
- The five-door layout and five-seat cabin make it more practical than the smaller 500 hatchback.
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto became standard across the lineup for 2018.
- The 2023 model added a broader set of standard safety features, including automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning, and lane-keeping assistance.
Who it's for
The 500X suits a city or suburban driver who wants a small used SUV that looks different from the usual choices. Later models are especially relevant for someone who regularly deals with rain or snow and wants all-wheel drive without moving to a larger vehicle. It is less suited to shoppers whose top priority is maximum cargo room or a spacious back seat.
FIAT 500X lineup
Pop is the straightforward entry point and keeps the focus on the 500X’s rounded styling and everyday essentials. Trekking models add a tougher-looking personality, while Lounge and the later Trekking Plus serve as the more upscale choices in earlier lineups. Sport, introduced for 2020, is the pick for a more athletic appearance and became one of only two remaining trims by 2023. The 2022 Yacht Club Capri is a style-focused Sport special edition distinguished by unique trim details and a fabric roof.
FIAT 500X generations
From 2016 to 2023, the 500X spans 1 generation. The current 1st Generation — Type 334 arrived for 2016.
1st Generation — Type 334 (2016–2023)
The 500X arrived as FIAT’s small five-seat crossover, with more cargo flexibility than the smaller 500 hatchback and available AWD. A substantial 2019 update brought revised styling, a new turbo engine, a nine-speed automatic, and standard AWD across the lineup.
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2023Trim changes
The range shrinks to Pop and Sport as Trekking, Trekking Plus, and Yacht Club Capri leave. More comfort and safety equipment becomes standard, and this is the final U.S. model year.
2022Trim changes
The Yacht Club Capri special edition joins the range. A cabin air filter becomes standard, and Pop and Trekking get updated seat fabrics.
2021
Pop and Trekking get new seat fabrics and revised dashboard trim; the rest largely carries over.
2020Trim changes
The Sport trim joins the lineup with more athletic-looking styling. A black roof is also offered across the range.
2019Mid-cycle update
Revised front and rear styling arrives with a new 177-hp turbo engine, nine-speed automatic, and standard AWD. Lounge is renamed Trekking Plus.
2018Trim changes
The Blue Sky special edition joins the range, alongside the Urbana Edition. Every trim gets a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
2017Trim changes
The lineup shrinks from five trims to Pop, Trekking, and Lounge. The Urbana Edition arrives later in the model year.
2016New generation
The all-new 500X launches in the U.S. as FIAT’s small crossover and the first 500-family vehicle with available AWD.
What's new by year
See what changed in a specific model year of the FIAT 500X.
Frequently asked questions
Is the FIAT 500X an SUV or a hatchback?
It’s a small SUV, often called a subcompact crossover. The 500X carries the rounded style of the smaller FIAT 500 into a taller, more practical body with four passenger doors, a rear liftgate, and seating for five.
How is the FIAT 500X different from the regular FIAT 500?
The 500X is the larger, more practical member of the 500 family. It has five-door crossover bodywork, seating for five, more cargo flexibility, and an all-wheel-drive system on some early models and every model from the 2019 refresh onward.
What is the FIAT 500X known for?
The 500X is known for distinctive Italian styling, a city-friendly footprint, and a playful cabin. It favors personality and easier maneuvering over maximum cargo space, while later models add standard all-wheel drive for changing weather.
Who is the FIAT 500X a good fit for?
It suits someone who wants a small, easy-to-place SUV with expressive styling and seating for five. Models from 2019 onward are especially relevant for drivers who want standard all-wheel drive without moving to a larger crossover.
How many generations of the FIAT 500X were sold in the U.S.?
The U.S. received one 500X generation, covering model years 2016 through 2023. A substantial 2019 refresh brought revised styling, a new turbo engine, a nine-speed automatic, and standard all-wheel drive. The 2023 model was the final U.S. version.
Does the FIAT 500X have all-wheel drive?
Yes, but the year matters. All-wheel drive was optional on parts of the early lineup and became standard across every trim with the 2019 refresh. Models from 2019 through 2023 pair it with a 1.3-liter turbo engine and nine-speed automatic.
Is the FIAT 500X a hybrid?
No. U.S.-market 500X models use gasoline four-cylinder engines; no hybrid version appears in the 2016–2023 U.S. lineup. Earlier versions used 1.4- or 2.4-liter engines, while 2019-and-newer models use a 1.3-liter turbo.
FIAT 500X Reviews
What owners are saying about the FIAT 500X.
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“Exceptional exterior and interior styling and features. Fun driving. Compact. Cargo space could be larger.”
“I could not be happier with my Fiat 500X Trekking! It has just enough power, it is very comfortable to drive and ride in and it has a unique style. I Love it! Only thing I would do differently is I wish I had the navigation system and WIFI capability.”
“It's attractive, fun to drive, economical, easy to park and drive, and quite comfortable! Stylish not pretentious, has personality. I love this car!”
“This is the most fun to drive. I get stopped all the time with people asking me questions or just wanting to look at it! It's amazing, and fun to drive.”
“this is a very fun to drive vehicle. offers good fuel economy and fair storage capacity. it does have a view quirks or negative issues, but you will learn to live with them, with the good features overwhelming the bad stuff.”
Sources
- blog.stellantisnorthamerica.com — 01 / 23 / Fiat 500X Offers Enticing Entry Point On Cars Com Affordability Report 2023 Best Value New Cars
- blog.stellantisnorthamerica.com — 01 / 10 / Whats New In 2022 For The Fiat 500X
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