Abarth 500 first generation
The Abarth 500 first generation (2010–2021): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 15 versions in the European Union.
Model codes: 312 · Sold in: European Union
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 3,546 mm |
| Width | 1,627 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,300 mm |
| Weights and towing | |
| Kerb weight | 865–1,149 kg |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 years | 81.5% (79.8–83.0) | 86.4% | 2,209 |
| 9–12 years | 75.7% (74.7–76.6) | 77.9% | 7,971 |
| 13 years and older | 71.8% (70.4–73.1) | 69.2% | 4,482 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 40.8% | 29.5% |
| Brakes | 30.4% | 29.2% |
| Tyres | 26.9% | 30.8% |
| Lights and electrics | 16.7% | 19.6% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 13.2% | 10.3% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 7.4% | 9.9% |
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 15 versions of the Abarth 500 first generation
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European Union 15 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 | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1.4 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Petrol | 6.9 L/100 km WLTP | 157 g/km | 3,791 |
| 2021 | 1.4 L | 132 kW (179 PS) | Petrol | 7.0 L/100 km WLTP | 158 g/km | 3,312 |
| 2021 | 1.4 L | 107 kW (145 PS) | Petrol | 6.8 L/100 km WLTP | 156 g/km | 2,512 |
| 2021 | 1.4 L | 120 kW (163 PS) | Petrol | 7.0 L/100 km WLTP | 158 g/km | 434 |
| 2021 | 1.4 L | 99 kW (135 PS) | Petrol | 7.3 L/100 km WLTP | 164 g/km | 23 |
| 2017–2019 | 1.4 L | 107 kW (145 PS) | Petrol | – | 139–152 g/km | 98 |
| 2011–2019 | 1.4 L | 118 kW (160 PS) | Petrol | – | 146–158 g/km | 12,547 |
| 2012–2019 | 1.4 L | 132 kW (179 PS) | Petrol | – | 138–154 g/km | 1,843 |
| 2016–2019 | 1.4 L | 121 kW (165 PS) | Petrol | – | 139–153 g/km | 522 |
| 2011–2015 | 1.4 L | 99 kW (135 PS) | Petrol | – | 151–155 g/km | 14,370 |
| 2011–2015 | 1.4 L | 103 kW (140 PS) | Petrol | – | 142–151 g/km | 5,682 |
| 2015 | 1.4 L | 139 kW (189 PS) | Petrol | – | 145 g/km | 108 |
| 2013 | 1.4 L | – | Other fuel | – | 152 g/km | 28 |
| 2011–2012 | – | – | Petrol | – | 152–154 g/km | 53 |
| 2010 | 1.4 L | – | Petrol | – | 155 g/km | 2,492 |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.