Abarth 500 Hatchback (2009 - 2015) review
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PROS
- Distinctive looks
- Appealing and fun high-performance small car
- Sharp handling
CONS
- More powerful Abarth Grande Punto is cheaper
- Firm ride
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At a glance
- New price: £14,380 - £15,680
- Used price: £3,385 - £7,835 Explore used prices
- Typical used monthly cost: £83 - £193 Get details or apply now
- Fuel economy: 47 - 48 mpg
- Road tax cost: £145 - £200
- Insurance group: 26 - 27 How much is it to insure?
Abarth 500 rivals
The 500 has been a big success for Fiat, so a fiery version of the model from Abarth - a separate high-performance brand within Fiat - is no surprise. Wearing the distinctive scorpion badges, the Abarth 500 has been significantly re-engineered and is only available through the small network of Abarth dealerships. Thanks to a peppy turbocharged 1.4-litre engine, it performs as well as the striking looks suggest. Sharp steering and minimal roll in corners make it hugely fun to drive too. For those who want even more performance, there's an Esseesse version which increases engine power and adds stiffer suspension and better brakes.
