Small cars are the next big thing and the Fiat 500 is leading the charge. This phrase may sound paradoxical, but with gas prices on the rise for the long haul, it makes perfect sense. Fiat Avondale shoppers can visit Fiat of Scottsdale to find the legendary 500 today! Imported from Italy, these super mini cars are “the new hotness,” according to Motor Trend.
Compare the Fiat for sale to the Mini Cooper and Smart ForTwo, and you’ll see why the Italian-bred Fiat has become the latest sensation in the subcompact segment. Adventure awaits! Step inside the new 2012 Fiat 500 and discover the world from a new perspective.
Top Fiat 500 Specs
- The 500 is more powerful than the Smart ForTwo. It is equipped with a sporty 1.4 16v petrol engine with 100 horsepower. That is 30 more horsepower than the ForTwo.
- Fiat Avondale owners also love the 500’s fuel efficiency. With a manual transmission, the 500 is capable of delivering 38 mpg highway, so you’ll be spending much less time and money at the pump.
- This sporty, fun-to-drive subcompact has a sharper turning radius than the Mini Cooper. It is an ideal city car that turns corners with agility and maneuvers its petite frame through stop-and-go traffic with ease.
- Tons of high-end electronics are packed inside of the Fiat, which feels amazingly spacious on the inside, in spite of how small it looks on the outside. Select trims include features like steering wheel audio controls, satellite radio and an iPod/USB interface. Fiat shoppers will also save money when adding features to the 500. Technologies like Fiat’s Blue&Me Bluetooth are a $400 option, while a similar feature on the Mini is over a thousand dollars.
- Fiat’s designers created three unique trims for their diverse consumers. The Pop is an entry-level option equipped with loads of basic amenities. Stepping up to the Lounge gets shoppers an extra dose of luxury. Last but not least is the Fiat 500 Sport, which is specially designed for driving enthusiasts. It offers an enhanced performance with re-tuned steering, slick 16-inch wheels, sport seats, firmer suspension tuning and more.
- Safety is a top priority to Fiat USA. That is why they built a small car with numerous safety features, including antilock disc brakes, front- and side-curtain airbags, and stability and traction control. The 500 also recently won a Top Safety Pick designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, a title the Mini Cooper does not have.
- The 500 has ample storage space compared to the Mini, offering 6.5 cubic feet of luggage room. This is almost a foot more than the Mini’s 5.7 cubic feet of luggage room.
- Fiat Avondale dealers also point out that the 500 beats the Mini when it comes to passenger room. Your backseat guests will enjoy more head and shoulder room. They will also be able to stretch out their legs a little further, as the 500 has 32.2 inches of legroom compared to the Mini’s 29.9 inches.
Arizona Fiat enthusiasts can find the new 2012 500 Pop, Lounge and Sport at their local Fiat studio – Fiat of Scottsdale. Visit us today to find a Fiat 500 for sale in Arizona!
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