For all those Fiat haters: I used to own two Fiats. One Ritmo which I sold to a friend and a Uno. Both have been on roadtrips all over europe. They were between 10 and 15 years old and had no issues. My Uno drove me and some friends to Danmark, Wales, Scotland, England, Barcelona, Monaco, Firenze and Rome. No issues. Both were great cars especially the Uno. My sister bought a Fiat 500 in 2009 with no issues neither. Just regular maintance like oil and brakes. There have been all those stereotypes about Fiat in Germany since the 60's as well: Fehlerhaft In Allen Teilen (defective in all parts) or Fehl Import Aus Turin (wrong import from Torino). But my father was an mechanic for cars and always had to do with Mercedes, VW and Audi. But he always said his best car was his Fiat 124 in which he, my mom and my older sister made a road trip to Portugal within 6000 miles without any issues back in the 70's.

@aidensnow5017

2 жыл бұрын

When people talk about "reliability" they are talking about how likely they could be a lemon. You have a higher chance of getting a lemon at a Fiat dealership (about 1 in 100) then a Toyota dealership (1 in 3000) That's all reliability ratings mean from outlets like Edmund's and KBB, practically every modern car will last a long time if taken care of properly and if they where built properly... Well all main stream cars, new Mercedes, & BMW are crap! They build their cars to only last 4-5 years (because over 80% of their customers lease their cars)

@KC-ed1dj

3 ай бұрын

I concur I have had a Fiat in the US since 2016. I ❤ it!! No issues. I make sure to stay on or close to schedule for regular maintenance.

We have a Fiat 500x Trekking, 4 years old now and no issues whatsoever. It's the best car we've ever owned.

*There are a lot of people that have bought the 500 and never had any problems* I personally think the 500 Abarth was probably one of the best small hot hatches that's been available in the USA for years.

I love my 2020 Fiat 500X Trekking with a few options that was discounted to 21K. I wanted something that didn't look like what everyone else is driving, and I have been very happy with it so far! Now, before I hear all the comments about Fiat reliability, let me say that before getting my 500X, I had a 2012 Abarth, then a 2017 500L, and never had any issues with any of the three. All I ever did to any of them was basic maintenance.

@Natethegreat200c

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@markf8256

3 жыл бұрын

My sister maintains her 2016 500 well, but it is literally falling apart inside and out. She will never buy another Fiat.

@chuckvt5196

3 жыл бұрын

@@markf8256 Well, I sure wouldn't if I were her! My experience has been positive.

@Natethegreat200c

3 жыл бұрын

Mark F no it’s not, or no she doesn’t. I promise it’s one of them.

@thursmornsunlight

2 жыл бұрын

21K?! That is a steal! Yeah. For me, we have more 500X than the Renegade. I chose the Renegade back in 2015 because 500X were selling for at least 2K to 3K more for than the Renegade and they were FWD. So I didn't get one. The interior is hellah cool lol. Congrats! No problems! For me it's just the tire sensors. But it drives perfectly fine lol.

I've found these to be quite handsome in the flesh. Head and shoulders above Fiat's other offerings, except of course the 124.

I have an orange 2019 500X with the 1.3 turbo, it has been 100% reliable and fun so far. It is cute but it is also good in snow, the 7.9 inches of ground clearance is nice also. The engine feels quick with plenty of torque, 210 ft lbs. Dealers are discounting thousands off list. So far Im very satisfied! Also it has remote start standard which is nice when its cold out!

We are a 2 Fiat family for years. Never had any problems. Will consider buying another

@afcgeo882

3 жыл бұрын

mark bushnell The two without problems, clearly.

@Natethegreat200c

3 жыл бұрын

George L add hundreds of thousands to that “2” www.cars.com/research/fiat-500x-2016/consumer-reviews/ www.cars.com/research/fiat-500x-2017/consumer-reviews/ www.edmunds.com/fiat/500x/2016/consumer-reviews/?sorting=%7B%22created%22%3A%22DESC%22%7D (2012 reviews in 2020!!!) www.cars.com/research/fiat-500-2012/consumer-reviews/?sort=most-recent www.kbb.com/fiat/500c/2014/consumer-reviews/ its reliable. dont let the fools fool you. kzread.info/dash/bejne/nJOKw6lsksS3mrw.html

@stefanfalldorf6573

3 жыл бұрын

I used to own two Fiats. One Ritmo which I sold to a friend and a Uno. Both have been on roadtrips all over europe. They were between 10 and 15 years old and had no issues. My Uno drove me and some friends to Danmark, Wales, Scotland, England, Barcelona, Monaco, Firenze and Rome. No issues. Both were great cars especially the Uno. My sister bought a Fiat 500 in 2009 with no issues neither. Just regular maintance like oil and brakes. There have been all those stereotypes about Fiat in Germany since the 60's as well: Fehlerhaft In Allen Teilen (defective in all parts) or Fehl Import Aus Turin (wrong import from Torino). But my father was an mechanic for cars and always had to do with Mercedes, VW and Audi. But he always said his best car was his Fiat 124 in which he, my mom and my older sister made a road trip to Portugal within 6000 miles without any issues back in the 70's.

@neubauerjoseph

3 жыл бұрын

Stefan Falldorf wish I could be like you. Still upside down .

@rodneynasir8089

3 жыл бұрын

I had 2 also, sold them as quick as the warranty was up, and yes I take care of my cars.

I just appreciated that Fiat came back to North America.

@dygardion9130

3 жыл бұрын

Why

I love the 500X, and it's one of the few crossovers i'd actually consider buying, since it looks like nothing else on the market.

I have to say, Fiat makes some of the best seats. You may not like the rest of the car but the seats are amazing for such an affordable car. Speaking from prior 500L ownership.

@KC-ed1dj

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. I have a 500x with the fully adjustable leather driver seat and have had it five years. I have some back issues and NEVER have had back pain when driving. Even on long trips. Find driving very comfortable in this car.

@Manny-lc1mf

Жыл бұрын

How is the reliability? Any unexpected major repairs?

@canto_v12

Жыл бұрын

@@Manny-lc1mf I can’t speak for the 500x, but they seem to have below average reliability. That said, like many European brands, they are sensitive to consistent maintenance schedules so whether that’s a worthwhile trade off for having something more unique, is up to you. They’re not terrible, but they won’t be as reliable as a Toyota.

i owned this car for a while and never had any issues with it. it is very similar to a jeep renegade but the fiat stands out more. i picked one up used for a great price.

2019 500x so far 2 years totally reliable, no issues, excellent in snow! Lifetime mpg 29.5 mixed driving!

A lot more reliable than most people thinks..

"if you're considering the 500x, i'd love to hear from all of you" i don't think they're coming, alex.

@JamesRussoMillas

3 жыл бұрын

*crickets*

@neubauerjoseph

3 жыл бұрын

Nope there are popular on the used market. Also I think if they had a larger version it would sell more. But it’s coming a fiat 500 XL.

@amylunis1556

3 жыл бұрын

Just bought one a week ago. Love it 🙃

@buildmorefarms1007

3 жыл бұрын

I like my 500x!

@neubauerjoseph

3 жыл бұрын

buildmorefarms100 I would too, good styling great uconnect, good speakers , and great handling.

My friend had the Fiat 500E and he love it. All electric vehicles should be in the line that fiat produces

@BoopSnoot

3 жыл бұрын

500E is overweight, underpowered, overpriced, and under ranged. 500 Abarth is a much better car, can get low mileage used ones for $9K, but America just didn't really need tiny city cars that were manual transmission only and wanted crossovers.

@neubauerjoseph

3 жыл бұрын

@@BoopSnoot well if you compare it to 500 like it’s like a sport plus 120hp and a lot more torque. The new fiat 500e is almost as fast as the abarth . It’s like a luxury fiat.

Hey Alex! Another great video!

Yes probably not the most reliable in the class but definitely up there on personality and uniqueness.

Always liked FiatX. Owned 500 manual and it was way fun. Loved it. Zero issues over 50k miles.

I have forgotten all about Shrinky Dinks! Thanks for the nostalgia moment Alex!

You won't believe I know 89 people including me Owns Fiat 500, Abarth, 500 X Punto, Linea Without a single issue

Always Excellent Reviews A+++

Love your reviews I'm surprised you didn't have the 500X in sport mode while driving sporty

Most Fiat dealers in my area have given up and closed their franchise (most were RAM/Dodge dealers). The nearest is over 100 miles away so there's no way I'd ever buy one. Kind of the same story as Mitsubishi - few dealers.

Drove one for the first time today and I was very impressed. This little SUV is very well tuned in a European enthusiast's kind of way. The high ground clearance for the segment is not evident when driving it and it's great to have the ride height for snow.

Also, the manual transmission option for the Compass is gone for 2021.

I love the classy Jazz exit music and hope you'll use it as your intro music too someday.

I owned a 2012 500 sport, and most recently a 2015 500 abarth. Both were at the dealership for repairs non stop. I had to sell the abarth when it went out of warranty and needed almost 2k in electrical repairs. Although they're so much fun to drive, I dont think I'd even consider another.

As for the Trailblazer , they should offer a custom padding to put on the dash as protection when the front passenger seat , full forward recline position , is used .

I love your videos. I can't even look at a Fiat after what my best friend has been through with hers..a straight nightmare.

Will the Horizontal Alex Capacity become a regular comparable?

Obsessed with this car. Thinking of buying a 2017.

Looks better than it’s sisters from Jeep.

I got this as a free loan car while my alfa romeo is in the shop and i have to say what a fun car. Love it. Wouldnt swap my alfa for it but its one of the most fun cars i have driven especially of newer cars.

@TheRealCatof

7 ай бұрын

Ah, an Alfa in it's natural habitat

I hope they bring back the 500e

wow i want to buy a new fiat 500x! fiat is the most reliable car in the world. i saw fiat 500 in brazil with 2 million miles and the owner never fixed single time, unbelievable reliability, must be the world record by far!! fiat also make the cheapest most fun cars!

@nl3712

3 жыл бұрын

🙄

@carlos-m20

2 жыл бұрын

damn

I think it looks like a Nissan Juke, just bigger. I think it is refreshing to see something different on the road. More options for buyers with an eccentric taste.

@twystedhumour

3 жыл бұрын

certainly is. really like this styling.

@amylunis1556

3 жыл бұрын

My juke was recently totaled and I just bought a 2020 Fiat 500x Pop. Guess I have a type! 🤗

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

If you think it looks like a juke, then 1 of 3 things 1 you need glasses 2 your glasses need changing or 3 you are looking at it in the dark with no torch

I'm looking into selling my Toyota rav4 and purchasing a fiat 500x trekking plus. I have test drove it and I really liked it. My friends tell me that fiats are bad cars, expensive to maintain and I'm going to make a big mistake. Any suggestions?

@KC-ed1dj

3 жыл бұрын

Talk to owners. I bought a 2016 500X new. Zero major issues to date. I think listening to your car and getting it maintained on schedule is the key. Plus cleaning the exterior, wheel wells and under the hood* on a regular basis to keep everything in tip top shape. *= I get lots of foliage under my edges of my hood due to where I live, I make sure it doesn't accumulate.

I’ve seen about 5 of these since they came out

Hi how come you get the longer black bit down the side of the back window we in UK have a small black bit side back window end of the rear spoyler i waould like the longer big bits do you know where can get some thanks

@DiegoMartinez-nm8hz

Жыл бұрын

Different car regulations

if i was getting up 25 to 28k usd.. I would start test driving a base sante fe as well i think

Too bad that the 1.3T in the new Buick Encore GX, with the same displacement engine with a turbo makes considerably less power.

How long will Fiat stay open in America? What else do they have for sale?

@afcgeo882

3 жыл бұрын

mark bushnell Promaster and Promaster City are both Fiats. The Promaster was developed by Fiat and Peugeot and is sold as the Fiat Ducato, Citroën Relay and Peugeot Boxer/Manager. These vans are extremely popular all around the world, with strong Iveco Diesels and manual transmissions. The gasoline/auto versions in the US/Canada are absolute garbage though. The ProMaster City is the Fiat Doblo/Pratico and Opel/Vauxhall Combo. They’re built in Turkey.

On a side note, where is this road in Santa Cruz?

Love it❤️

Two things: This is a car I’ve completely forgotten about, and I’ve never actually seen one out in the wild.

@Natethegreat200c

3 жыл бұрын

U should be the first. It’s a very neat little suv.

@deviouslaw

3 жыл бұрын

I see them here and there, you'll probably start noticing them now

Ha, best Fiat in America. It's like saying tallest building in Cedar Rapids. Not exactly high praise.

@NWCI

3 жыл бұрын

Iowa jokes non Iowan won't get 😂

@minivanman1356

3 жыл бұрын

I actually got this joke 💀

@buildmorefarms1007

3 жыл бұрын

Yet here you are watching it!

@billdoty1938

3 жыл бұрын

FIAT= Still means Fix It Again Tonyahhaha

I really find it funny selling/offering low displacement 3 cylinder or 4 cylinder engines to North American market. And i applaud at the same time that US customers are thinking about owning these low displacement options.

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

Why small displacement engines are very common now.

I only like the 500X and 124 Spider but I do wish we got the new 500 Plug in. The only thing I don't like about the 500X is that 9 speed auto it's a very confused transmission and it seems like it's best used in a V6 than a 4 cylinder.

@nintendoatarikiller

3 жыл бұрын

Nice 9-5. I've owned two SAABs (9-5 Aero and 9-3)

It’s suspension is firmer, yet giving more body roll???

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

It doesn't body roll trust me I have one

The perplexing thing is that the 500x is a subcompact suv, but the pricing is in line with the competitions' next size up. Why would you buy this when you could get a larger vehicle from a manufacturer with better reliability and larger dealer network for the same price?

@twystedhumour

3 жыл бұрын

because, for some of us, quirkiness is a feature that we're willing to pay for. i'm just glad that we have choices.

@carlos-m20

2 жыл бұрын

muricas likes large things lol

I own a 2017 Fiat 500e I get about 120 mile range in city in about 90 miles on the highway I love this little car because me less than $25 a month on my power Bill 🥰🥰🥰🚘

@Kimbrough87

3 жыл бұрын

John Edwards not sure where you live sir but I review cars on my channel so please watch and Every vehicle range is different depending on where you live hills in etc. and climate

@Kimbrough87

3 жыл бұрын

John Edwards Thanks for watching 🙏🏽😃

@Kimbrough87

3 жыл бұрын

John Edwards Thanks for watching 🙏🏽😃

@Kimbrough87

3 жыл бұрын

John Edwards thank you for watching my video😇😇😇😇😇

Would be amazing if they make an Abarth version. FIAT is still pretty cool. XD

Who wooda thunk 20 years ago that this size and shape vehicle would be so popular? They are all kinda cute and if you, your friends and stuff can fit, they are certainly a better choice than larger, heavier and less fuel efficient SUVs. Good to see Alex is now slipping in a bit-O-humor in most episodes. I don't see how FIAT can survive much longer in USA, just too much equal or better competition and Dodge, RAM, Jeep, Chrysler dealers are usually not a great place to shop for an economy car, even if the parent company is FIAT. "Well, you 'could' buy one of them funny lil furrin jobs we have parked out in the weeds, but don't you really want a Jeep"? 🤔

Looks like I made it before the 10000 hilarious and original comments about fiat reliability

Have all the fiat 500x got sport mode can someone tell me

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

Some do, not sure if they all do. Maybe depends on country.

India mein kab launch ho gai hai gadi

I like the design + the great Fiat reliability.

@anothercitizen4867

3 жыл бұрын

Fix it again Tony reliable. It’s a Chrysler. Not designed nor built in Italy. Basically an all wheel drive neon.

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

@@anothercitizen4867 you're a fool, 1 it's not a Chrysler, 2 it is reliable, 3 it is built in Italy.

The Pop is well equipped and is the only model worth considering.

@kevs2good133

3 жыл бұрын

All Fiats are trash.

@ryanmoyes2079

2 ай бұрын

Mine is 11 years old, I race it, track it, tow my boat with it, abuse it on the street. No issues, nothing but reliable and fun.

India mein kab launch hogi gadi

Stay safe in the forest “fog” Alex!

Saw one of these the other day and it made me think: why don't they axe Fiat in NA and restyle this into a Chrysler? That brand has minivans and the 300. What exactly do they hope to do with it? Restyle this and make it a bit nicer and more powerful and you might actually have something people want, badged as a Chrysler.

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

Who the hell would buy a Chrysler over a Fiat, someone really thick

@chunkbrownstain5792

6 ай бұрын

fiat owns chrysler, dodge jeep and ram

1:39 Engineers don't know how to style...but artists do

Fun

Absolutely cute

"if you're considering the 500x" - As soon as Toyota designs and produces the mechanicals for it.

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

Toyota are tin boxes and boy the cost when they go wrong

@mountainhobo

3 жыл бұрын

@@bigteddy66 I have no idea where you are, perhaps on Mars, but Corollas and Camrys are as close to bullet proof as cars get, and at least here in the US they are some of the least expensive to service. FIAT? ROFL.

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

@@mountainhobo no I'm not on Mars, the Fiats I have had and quite a number have been excellent, Toyota however is a different story, rotten tin boxes that cost a fortune to repair, with here in the UK anyway dubious build quality. Sharp edges on plastics etc.

I have never seen an alien until I saw Fiat 500L. This one is its prettier cousin if you ask me.

It looks like a normal 500 that went missing for a month and then was found dead in a lake.

@rkalla

3 жыл бұрын

LOL!

@stevee8318

3 жыл бұрын

The FCA strangler claims another victim

@hereigoagain5050

3 жыл бұрын

Ouch!

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

It's not a 500 though it's a 500x completely different car.

Out of the group the Mazda CX3 and KIA Seltos are the best looking. The Jeep version looks better than the Fiat. Overall, the Fiat brand does not have the best reputation for build quality so I don't really see a compelling reason for selecting the Fiat 500 over the competition. This is a significant purchase and if you add the burden of build quality and reliability issues then the long term situation is not ideal. I tend to keep my vehicles for as long as I can, this does not appear to the safe bet.

They still sell Fiats here?

I'd buy the X just to be different

@jayjohnson8265

3 жыл бұрын

That’s why I got it. I wanted Jeep but everyone has that

I just think its neat

I love the quirky Fiat styling, but the automobile has a less refined drivability than similar cars. I applaud the Fiat’s break from the prolific homogeneous design favored by the automobile industry, however a car this small needs to handle well and provide a driver that “fun” quotient.

@carlos-m20

2 жыл бұрын

wrong, is very fun to drive, have you ever driven one?

1:30 is very... specific

Those a f*d up looking tail lights, I must say. Otherwise a cute ute.

This is like saying it's the best turd in the sewers; i.e. not exactly effusive praise!

@jnuss2012

3 жыл бұрын

They are actually one of the nicest in the sub-compact class, but you wouldn’t know that because you’ve already made up your mind - surely without ever setting foot in one of them. They are very popular globally for a reason, but boomers and their Tony jokes doomed the brand in the US.

@sammyt3514

3 жыл бұрын

@@jnuss2012 I don't need to 'set foot in one' to know that Fiat is trailing every reliability survey that exists. And they are not 'very popular' globally either; in fact Fiat are in dire straits financially and it's only their Chrysler operation that's keeping them barely afloat, which says something.

Fuel economy is pretty bad considering the size of the vehicle and the engine.

@buildmorefarms1007

3 жыл бұрын

My 500x awd gets 29.8 mpg average in mixed driving.

@sssssneaker

3 жыл бұрын

That's because it's really meant to be bought with a diesel engine

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

@@sssssneaker I have a 2l diesel the fuel economy is not world class but the drive, comfort roadholding an quality of build makes up for it. Shame the diesel is gone now.

One day, I will be at able to buy this used car.

Too bad that’s the best they have! Fix or repair daily

@calbob750

3 жыл бұрын

FIAT. Fix It Again Tony.

The 500x is the only Fiat available in America

I bet the front seat would fold flat if you took the headrest off like you should or pretty sure it fold basically flat .there is a button to remove the headrest silly man

I'll wait for the all-new 2021 Honda HRV.

I didn’t realize I could still buy a Fiat vehicle in America...

The Ford Escape has 73 more hp and the same fuel efficiency.

I like it, but it's a Fiat. If it came with a 10 year 100,000 mile warranty I would consider buying it. Without that I would be afraid of how unreliable it probably is going to be.

Alex = Scotty Kilmer says the overall quality on the FIATs is horrible. What do you think. Thanks, Dave in Phoenix, AZ USA

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

Scotty k is a has been junkie listen to the way he talks or watch, do you lot seriously rate this plum

@carlos-m20

2 жыл бұрын

scotty the hypocrite paid guy yeah, very reliable opinions of course

And now, the Fiat they should've started is the Fiat they'll end with.

CX-30 is a much, much better option.

@Natethegreat200c

3 жыл бұрын

NOT TRUE,

@Vanilla_Donut

3 жыл бұрын

For the luxury interior and drive sure but for practicable interior space, not true which is what all Mazda cars are in terms of interior space.

@chih6654

3 жыл бұрын

Nathaniel Rudolph 🤔

@chih6654

3 жыл бұрын

Vanilla_Donut so you’d take the interior space over the long term reliability?

@pedrofernandez8729

3 жыл бұрын

Anything other than a FIAT is a much better option.

Fiat is really dying sad 😔

@Kimbrough87

3 жыл бұрын

I have the Fiat 500E love it All electric vehicles should be in the line that fiat produces

@buildmorefarms1007

3 жыл бұрын

Yet it attracted you!

@yes8032

3 жыл бұрын

buildmorefarms100 well I ain’t really an fiat fan but if they want to stay alive they shall really do something on their cars

If I were shopping for a subcompact crossover... oh who am I kidding I would never find myself in this predicament

It’s morphing into a law and order Jeep renegade

The Kia Seltos or Mazda CX30 look to be better options than this Fiat. It doesn't look like Fiat will survive in the US with one model that can't compete.

Would rather have a Kia tbh. This fiat will fall into pieces after some years and besides, the regular 500 is the cool one. Though they really should make a new 500 finally.. its been like what.. 15 years?

AKA Jeep Renegade AKA POS.

Why not a 500x EV compliance model?

That is Horrible MPG for such a small car. 1.3LTR. OMG. Should be 32/40

Definitely not a great car but not bad if you just lease it.

@Natethegreat200c

3 жыл бұрын

you can buy it. stop listening to nay say. freaking sheep!

@disneyfan9099

Жыл бұрын

@@Natethegreat200c It’s a POS lol

@Natethegreat200c

Жыл бұрын

@@disneyfan9099 no it’s not

@Natethegreat200c

Жыл бұрын

@@disneyfan9099 this car has way more soul and personality than anything in that class looks wise.

500SUX

[Supension is firm] "it will be less suitable if [...] you live in an urban area with really broken pavement" - e.g. anywhere in California.

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

Didn't realise California was so undeveloped and such a shite tip.

@mountainhobo

3 жыл бұрын

@@bigteddy66 California has now been run by leftist loons long enough to destroy its infrastructure.

@bigteddy66

3 жыл бұрын

@@mountainhobo yes I do believe that most places that are on a downward (not saying where you are is) is down to bad running.

It looks like the skull of a cartoon dinosaur.

@twystedhumour

3 жыл бұрын

omg, that's awesome! if i got one, i could decal it with dia de los muertos patterns.

Speaks so fast!