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2016 Fiat 500X: An Italian classic with an American attitude

2016 Fiat 500X combines iconic Italian style with American functionality, all-wheel-drive confidence and size. The Trekking Plus model is shown.
2016 Fiat 500X combines iconic Italian style with American functionality, all-wheel-drive confidence and size. The Trekking Plus model is shown.
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The Trekking and Trekking Plus models feature unique front and rear fascia designs, and satin silver accents for a distinct, adventurous appearance.
The Trekking and Trekking Plus models feature unique front and rear fascia designs, and satin silver accents for a distinct, adventurous appearance.
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To see and be seen, the FIAT 500X Trekking Plus includes fog lamps and bifunctional halogen projector headlamps that feature the 500 logo emblazoned in chrome. Shown in Giallo Tristrato (tri-coat yellow).
To see and be seen, the FIAT 500X Trekking Plus includes fog lamps and bifunctional halogen projector headlamps that feature the 500 logo emblazoned in chrome. Shown in Giallo Tristrato (tri-coat yellow).
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The 500X, right, shares exterior design elements with its smaller sibling 500 like double headlamps, a trapezoidal nose, the signature "whiskers and logo" face and the rounded clamshell hood.
The 500X, right, shares exterior design elements with its smaller sibling 500 like double headlamps, a trapezoidal nose, the signature "whiskers and logo" face and the rounded clamshell hood.
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The all-new Fiat 500X was designed at Centro Stile in Turin, Italy, where designers leveraged the character and iconic features of the Fiat 500 into a larger and more mature package.
The all-new Fiat 500X was designed at Centro Stile in Turin, Italy, where designers leveraged the character and iconic features of the Fiat 500 into a larger and more mature package.
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In the United States, the all-new Fiat 500X is available with the fuel-efficient 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission, with an output of 160 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque.
In the United States, the all-new Fiat 500X is available with the fuel-efficient 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission, with an output of 160 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque.
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The available 2.4-liter Tigershark MultiAir2 engine produces 180 horsepower and 175 lb.-ft. of torque, and is paired exclusively to a nine-speed automatic transmission on all-wheel-drive and front-wheel-drive models.
The available 2.4-liter Tigershark MultiAir2 engine produces 180 horsepower and 175 lb.-ft. of torque, and is paired exclusively to a nine-speed automatic transmission on all-wheel-drive and front-wheel-drive models.
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The 2016 Fiat 500X offers up to 70 standard and available safety and security features, including Forward Collision Warning-Plus, LaneSense Departure Warning-Plus, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection. Electronic stability control (ESC) with Hill-start Assist and electronic roll mitigation is standard on all models, as are seven air bags.
The 2016 Fiat 500X offers up to 70 standard and available safety and security features, including Forward Collision Warning-Plus, LaneSense Departure Warning-Plus, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection. Electronic stability control (ESC) with Hill-start Assist and electronic roll mitigation is standard on all models, as are seven air bags.
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The 2016 Fiat 500X is available in five trim levels: Pop, Easy, Lounge (shown), and for a more rugged look, Trekking and Trekking Plus.
The 2016 Fiat 500X is available in five trim levels: Pop, Easy, Lounge (shown), and for a more rugged look, Trekking and Trekking Plus.
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Crafted in Italy at Fiat Automobiles' Melfi assembly plant, the all-new Fiat 500X will arrive in FIAT studios in North America in the first half of 2015.
Crafted in Italy at Fiat Automobiles' Melfi assembly plant, the all-new Fiat 500X will arrive in FIAT studios in North America in the first half of 2015.
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The 500X features advanced drive systems, including two engine options, available nine-speed automatic transmission, available all-wheel drive with disconnecting rear axle for improved fuel efficiency and loaded with up to 70 advanced safety and security features. The 2016 Fiat 500X Lounge is shown.
The 500X features advanced drive systems, including two engine options, available nine-speed automatic transmission, available all-wheel drive with disconnecting rear axle for improved fuel efficiency and loaded with up to 70 advanced safety and security features. The 2016 Fiat 500X Lounge is shown.
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The 500X's purposeful and distinct Italian design carries through to the interior with clever storage, body-color instrument panel, a circular cluster display and iconic door handles.
The 500X's purposeful and distinct Italian design carries through to the interior with clever storage, body-color instrument panel, a circular cluster display and iconic door handles.
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The FIAT 500X Lounge interior features a high-tech instrument panel with full-color driver information digital cluster display and Uconnect System with 6.5-inch touchscreen and navigation with 3-D graphics.
The FIAT 500X Lounge interior features a high-tech instrument panel with full-color driver information digital cluster display and Uconnect System with 6.5-inch touchscreen and navigation with 3-D graphics.
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Loaded with technology and convenience, the Fiat 500X is available with features like Uconnect 6.5 radio with a 6.5-inch high-resolution touchscreen and navigation, Bluetooth streaming audio, Uconnect Access Via Mobile, a 3.5-inch color thin-film transistor (TFT) cluster display, Keyless Enter-N-Go, and heated front seats and steering wheel.
Loaded with technology and convenience, the Fiat 500X is available with features like Uconnect 6.5 radio with a 6.5-inch high-resolution touchscreen and navigation, Bluetooth streaming audio, Uconnect Access Via Mobile, a 3.5-inch color thin-film transistor (TFT) cluster display, Keyless Enter-N-Go, and heated front seats and steering wheel.
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The 3.5-inch full-color driver information cluster display allows the driver to customize how data will appear. The full-color display is standard on FIAT 500X Trekking, Lounge and Trekking Plus.
The 3.5-inch full-color driver information cluster display allows the driver to customize how data will appear. The full-color display is standard on FIAT 500X Trekking, Lounge and Trekking Plus.
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The striking brushed aluminum center console is a multitasker. It houses the nine-speed automatic shifter, the electronic parking brake and the Dynamic Selector with three modes – Auto, Sport and Traction.
The striking brushed aluminum center console is a multitasker. It houses the nine-speed automatic shifter, the electronic parking brake and the Dynamic Selector with three modes – Auto, Sport and Traction.
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The available dual-pane power sunroof opens wide so all passengers can enjoy the great outdoors. Optional equipment shown.
The available dual-pane power sunroof opens wide so all passengers can enjoy the great outdoors. Optional equipment shown.
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The FIAT 500X Trekking Plus includes a 60/40 split-folding rear seat for cargo-carrying convenience. Shown in Giallo Tristrato (tri-coat yellow). There's 50.8 cubic-feet of cargo space behind the front row of seats.
The FIAT 500X Trekking Plus includes a 60/40 split-folding rear seat for cargo-carrying convenience. Shown in Giallo Tristrato (tri-coat yellow). There's 50.8 cubic-feet of cargo space behind the front row of seats.
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