Abarth 124 Spider first generation
The Abarth 124 Spider first generation (2016–2019): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the European Union and the United Kingdom.
Model codes: Type 348 · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,080 mm RDW | 4,054 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm RDW | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,230–1,250 mm RDW | 1,233 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,310 mm RDW | 2,310 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,035–1,055 kg RDW | 1,050–1,080 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,135–1,155 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,315–1,335 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 2 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 222–224 km/h RDW | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4–5 years | 94.5% (93.5–95.3) | 91.0% | 2,658 |
| 6–8 years | 93.0% (91.9–94.0) | 86.4% | 2,252 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 17.4% | 26.1% |
| Brakes | 16.7% | 18.1% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 4.9% | 6.4% |
| Lights and electrics | 4.7% | 6.4% |
| Suspension | 4.5% | 8.4% |
| Wheels | 1.0% | 0.5% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 4 versions of the Abarth 124 Spider first generation
European Union 2 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017–2019 | 1.4 L | 125 kW (170 PS) | Petrol | 146–151 g/km | 3,508 |
| 2016 | 1.4 L | – | Petrol | 149 g/km | 390 |
United Kingdom 2 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017–20181.4 MultiAir 170 bhp | 1.4 L | 127 kW (172 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 148 g/km |
| 2017–20181.4 MultiAir 170 bhp | 1.4 L | 127 kW (172 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 153 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.