Fiat 500
2018 Fiat 500X Blue Sky edition
The Fiat 500 actually refers to several different incarnations of this auto, as its first production run lasted from 1957 to 1975. When discussing dependability, most drivers will refer to the more recent version, which began production in 2007 and is a three-door hatchback coupe or a two-door cabriolet referred to as a “city car.” The Fiat 500 gets good ratings from experts and owners in terms of reliability, with the majority of drivers saying they would recommend the Fiat 500 to a friend.
Overall, the Fiat 500 gives the impression of having quality construction, although some have given it mixed reviews for reliability in recent years. Even so, the overall consensus is that this is a dependable auto, particularly among city cars for those on a budget. Owners agree that the Fiat 500 seems to be well put together and features materials of a higher quality than you will find in previous Fiat models. It does, however, see the occasional problem and have some disadvantages like its lack of space. Of course, anyone who considers a vehicle classified as a “city car” likely does not list spaciousness as a priority, so this should not factor into a buying decision if you do indeed want a vehicle in the Fiat 500’s class; competitor vehicles are similarly small.
One thing to keep in mind when you look at the Fiat 500 is that while this model is dependable overall, the ratings can vary greatly between years. As such, you will want to pay close attention to the reliability ratings for a given model year before making a purchase. Driver Power reliability ratings average 92.94 percent for reliability, which is respectable. The peak in ratings was in 2010 from a Driver Power survey from Auto Express, although that data does not specifically look at more recent model years. Some other experts point out several areas where the Fiat 500 does better than the class average in terms of reliability, including brake discs and fluid, bulbs, and wiper blades. Overall, this subcompact is a good choice for those who want a city-friendly dependable vehicle at a good price.
