Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 38 recorded runs

Fiat 500 0–60 Times

The Fiat 500 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 38 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Fiat and Motor Trend and more.

The fastest tested Fiat 500 is the 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 6.70 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 15.20 seconds at 91.0 mph, according to Motor Trend.

The slowest tested Fiat 500 is the 2012 Fiat 500 C Pop Cabrio, which took 11.60 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 18.40 seconds at 74.5 mph, according to Motor Trend.

Out of all the Fiat 500 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 8.65 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 16.62 seconds at 81.30 mph.

Fastest 0–60 6.70sec 2012 Abarth Hatchback · stock

Average 0–60 8.65sec Across 38 runs

Avg ¼ Mile 16.62sec @ 81.3 mph trap

Slowest 0–60 11.60sec 2012 C Pop

Across 38 verified runs, the Fiat 500 ranges from 6.70 to 11.60 seconds 0–60, with a 8.65-second average.

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Fiat 500 Performance Overview

Small-car performance defines the Fiat 500’s U.S. market run, with 38 verified tests spanning 2012 to 2024 across the Type 312 generation. Over that period, output ranged from 101 to 180 horsepower, with naturally aspirated, turbocharged, and electric setups represented. The quickest result came immediately: the 2012 Abarth Hatchback set the model benchmark at 6.7 seconds to 60 mph and a 15.1-second quarter-mile at 92.5 mph, while the 2012 C Pop Cabrio marked the other end of the range at 11.6 seconds.

Through the 2010s, the lineup broadened beyond the standard hatchback into cabrio, wagon, and crossover forms, and performance spread accordingly. The 2012 C Abarth Cabrio reached 60 mph in 6.8 seconds, nearly matching the hardtop Abarth, while mainstream gasoline versions such as the 2012 Sport Hatchback at 8.0 seconds and 2014 500L Trekking Wagon at 8.2 seconds sat closer to the model’s average. Later electric variants shifted the character again, with the 2024 500e Inspired by Music recording 7.8 seconds to 60 mph. Today, the Fiat 500 closes its production span as a gasoline-and-electric family whose quickest trims remained the early Abarth models.

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Fiat 500 0–60 Times by Generation

1 generation

Generation	Years	Avg 0–60	Fastest 0–60	Tests	Notes
Type 312	2007–2024	8.65s	6.70s — 2012 Abarth Hatchback	38	The Type 312 generation (2007–2024) averaged 8.65 seconds to 60 mph across 38 tests, led by the 2012 Abarth Hatchback at 6.70 seconds. Output ranged from 101 to 180 hp across 1.3L Turbo I-4, 1.4L I-4, 1.4L Turbo I-4, 2.4L I-4, Elec 24-kWh, Elec 87-kW 42-kWh configurations.

Type 312 2007–2024

Avg 0–60 8.65s

Fastest 6.70s

Tests 38

2012 Abarth Hatchback

The Type 312 generation (2007–2024) averaged 8.65 seconds to 60 mph across 38 tests, led by the 2012 Abarth Hatchback at 6.70 seconds. Output ranged from 101 to 180 hp across 1.3L Turbo I-4, 1.4L I-4, 1.4L Turbo I-4, 2.4L I-4, Elec 24-kWh, Elec 87-kW 42-kWh configurations.

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Fiat 500 0–60 Times by Year and Trim

38 tests · 8 years

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Model Year 8

2024 Fiat 500

2 verified runs

Avg 0–60 7.90 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 16.20 sec

Recorded Tests 2

#11

2024 Fiat 500 e Inspired by Music 3-door Hatchback

7.90sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.20s ¼ mi @ 84.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.20 sec
Trap Speed: 84.0 mph
Engine: Elec 87-kW 42-kWh
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 1A
Horsepower: 117 hp
Torque: 162 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,980 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 25.5 lbs/hp
MPGe EPA: 127 C / 104 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Electric
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #11 of 38

#12

2024 Fiat 500 e Inspired by Music 3-door Hatchback (All Season)

7.90sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.20s ¼ mi @ 85.2 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.20 sec
Trap Speed: 85.2 mph
Engine: Elec 87-kW 42-kWh
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 1A
Horsepower: 117 hp
Torque: 162 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,980 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 25.5 lbs/hp
MPGe EPA: 121 C / 100 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Electric
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #12 of 38

2024 Fiat 500 e Inspired by Music 3-door Hatchback (All Season)

2019 Fiat 500

1 verified run

Avg 0–60 8.30 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 16.40 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#16

2019 Fiat 500 X Trekking Plus Crossover

8.30sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.40s ¼ mi @ 85.2 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.30 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.40 sec
Trap Speed: 85.2 mph
Engine: 1.3L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 9A
Horsepower: 177 hp
Torque: 210 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,305 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 18.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 24 C / 30 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #16 of 38

2017 Fiat 500

1 verified run

Avg 0–60 9.80 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 17.70 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#31

2017 Fiat 500 C Pop Cabrio

9.80sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

17.70s ¼ mi @ 77.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 9.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 17.70 sec
Trap Speed: 77.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 101 hp
Torque: 98 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,550 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 25.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 31 C / 38 H / 29 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Convertible
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #31 of 38

2016 Fiat 500

6 verified runs

Avg 0–60 8.28 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 16.40 sec

Recorded Tests 6

#10

2016 Fiat 500 X Pop Crossover

7.80sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.00s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.00 sec
Trap Speed: 87.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6M
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 184 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,057 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 19.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 25 C / 34 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #10 of 38

#13

2016 Fiat 500 L Urbana Trekking Collection 3 Wagon

8.00sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.20s ¼ mi @ 86.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.00 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.20 sec
Trap Speed: 86.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 184 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,254 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 20.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 22 C / 30 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Wagon
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #13 of 38

2016 Fiat 500 L Urbana Trekking Collection 3 Wagon

#15

2016 Fiat 500 X Pop Crossover

8.20sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.30s ¼ mi @ 82.9 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.20 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.30 sec
Trap Speed: 82.9 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6M
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 184 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,057 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 19.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 25 C / 34 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #15 of 38

#18

2016 Fiat 500 X Lounge Crossover

8.50sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.50s ¼ mi @ 83.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.50 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.50 sec
Trap Speed: 83.0 mph
Engine: 2.4L I-4
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 9A
Horsepower: 180 hp
Torque: 175 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,305 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 18.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 21 C / 30 H / 28.5 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #18 of 38

#19

2016 Fiat 500 X Trekking Crossover

8.50sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.60s ¼ mi @ 82.3 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.50 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.60 sec
Trap Speed: 82.3 mph
Engine: 2.4L I-4
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 9A
Horsepower: 180 hp
Torque: 175 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,305 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 18.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 21 C / 30 H / 30 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #19 of 38

#21

2016 Fiat 500 X Easy Crossover

8.70sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.80s ¼ mi @ 82.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.70 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.80 sec
Trap Speed: 82.0 mph
Engine: 2.4L I-4
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 9A
Horsepower: 180 hp
Torque: 175 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,300 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 18.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 21 C / 30 H / 24 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #21 of 38

2015 Fiat 500

1 verified run

Avg 0–60 6.90 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.40 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#04

2015 Fiat 500 C Abarth Cabrio

6.90sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.40s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.90 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.40 sec
Trap Speed: 90.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 170 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,545 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 15.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 24 C / 32 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Convertible
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #4 of 38

2014 Fiat 500

6 verified runs

Avg 0–60 8.55 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 16.62 sec

Recorded Tests 6

#06

2014 Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback

7.00sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.70s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.00 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.70 sec
Trap Speed: 88.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 170 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,512 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 15.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 28 C / 34 H / 28 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #6 of 38

#20

2014 Fiat 500 L Pop Wagon

8.60sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.40s ¼ mi @ 85.3 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.60 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.40 sec
Trap Speed: 85.3 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6M
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 184 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,203 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 20.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 25 C / 33 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Wagon
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #20 of 38

#22

2014 Fiat 500 L Pop Wagon

8.70sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.60s ¼ mi @ 84.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.70 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.60 sec
Trap Speed: 84.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6M
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 184 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,203 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 20.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 25 C / 33 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Wagon
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #22 of 38

#24

2014 Fiat 500 L Lounge Wagon

8.90sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.90s ¼ mi @ 86.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.90 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.90 sec
Trap Speed: 86.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 184 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,254 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 20.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 24 C / 33 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Wagon
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #24 of 38

#25

2014 Fiat 500 L Trekking Wagon

9.00sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

17.00s ¼ mi @ 85.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 9.00 sec
¼ Mile ET: 17.00 sec
Trap Speed: 85.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 184 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,254 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 20.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 24 C / 33 H / 28.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Wagon
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #25 of 38

#26

2014 Fiat 500 L Easy Wagon

9.10sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

17.10s ¼ mi @ 84.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 9.10 sec
¼ Mile ET: 17.10 sec
Trap Speed: 84.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 184 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 3,254 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 20.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 24 C / 33 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Wagon
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #26 of 38

2013 Fiat 500

4 verified runs

Avg 0–60 8.13 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 16.28 sec

Recorded Tests 4

#08

2013 Fiat 500 C Abarth Cabrio

7.30sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.50s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.50 sec
Trap Speed: 88.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 170 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,550 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 15.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 28 C / 34 H / 26 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Convertible
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #8 of 38

#14

2013 Fiat 500 Turbo Hatchback

8.10sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.10s ¼ mi @ 86.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.10 sec
Trap Speed: 86.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 135 hp
Torque: 150 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,363 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 17.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 28 C / 34 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #14 of 38

#17

2013 Fiat 500 E EV Hatchback

8.40sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.70s ¼ mi @ 80.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.40 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.70 sec
Trap Speed: 80.0 mph
Engine: Elec 24-kWh
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 1A
Horsepower: 111 hp
Torque: 147 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,980 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 26.8 lbs/hp
MPGe EPA: 122 C / 108 H / 87 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Electric
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #17 of 38

#23

2013 Fiat 500 E EV Hatchback

8.70sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

16.80s ¼ mi @ 80.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.70 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.80 sec
Trap Speed: 80.0 mph
Engine: Elec 24-kWh
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 1A
Horsepower: 111 hp
Torque: 147 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,980 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 26.8 lbs/hp
MPGe EPA: 122 C / 108 H / 89 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Electric
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #23 of 38

2012 Fiat 500

17 verified runs

Avg 0–60 9.08 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 16.84 sec

Recorded Tests 17

#01

2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback

6.70sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.20s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.70 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.20 sec
Trap Speed: 91.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 170 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,512 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 15.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 28 C / 34 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #1 of 38

#02

2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback

6.70sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.10s ¼ mi @ 92.5 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.70 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.10 sec
Trap Speed: 92.5 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 170 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,512 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 15.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 28 C / 34 H / 27.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Road & Track
Overall Rank: #2 of 38

#03

2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback

6.80sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.30s ¼ mi @ 89.8 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.30 sec
Trap Speed: 89.8 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 170 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,512 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 15.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 28 C / 34 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #3 of 38

#05

2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback

6.90sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.30s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.90 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.30 sec
Trap Speed: 90.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 170 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,512 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 15.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 28 C / 34 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #5 of 38

#07

2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback

7.20sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.50s

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0–60 mph: 7.20 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.50 sec
Trap Speed: —
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 170 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,512 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 15.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 28 C / 34 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Fiat
Overall Rank: #7 of 38

#09

2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback

7.70sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.80s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.70 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.80 sec
Trap Speed: 89.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 160 hp
Torque: 170 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,512 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 15.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 28 C / 34 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #9 of 38

#27

2012 Fiat 500 Road Race Motorsports Club Sportivo Hatchback

9.40sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

17.00s ¼ mi @ 81.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 9.40 sec
¼ Mile ET: 17.00 sec
Trap Speed: 81.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
MPG EPA: 30 C / 38 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Tuner: Road Race Motorsports
Overall Rank: #27 of 38

2012 Fiat 500 Road Race Motorsports Club Sportivo Hatchback

#28

2012 Fiat 500 Sport Hatchback

9.40sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

17.80s ¼ mi @ 80.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 9.40 sec
¼ Mile ET: 17.80 sec
Trap Speed: 80.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 101 hp
Torque: 98 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,366 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 23.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 30 C / 38 H / 33.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #28 of 38

#29

2012 Fiat 500 Sport Hatchback

9.60sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

17.30s ¼ mi @ 79.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 9.60 sec
¼ Mile ET: 17.30 sec
Trap Speed: 79.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 101 hp
Torque: 98 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,366 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 23.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 30 C / 38 H / 29 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #29 of 38

#30

2012 Fiat 500 Sport Hatchback

9.70sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

17.20s ¼ mi @ 78.5 mph

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0–60 mph: 9.70 sec
¼ Mile ET: 17.20 sec
Trap Speed: 78.5 mph
Engine: 1.4L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 101 hp
Torque: 98 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,366 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 23.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 30 C / 38 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #30 of 38

#32

2012 Fiat 500 C Lounge Cabrio

9.80sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

17.20s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 9.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 17.20 sec
Trap Speed: 90.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
Horsepower: 101 hp
Torque: 98 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,556 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 25.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 27 C / 32 H / 37 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Convertible
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #32 of 38

#33

2012 Fiat 500 Sport Hatchback

9.80sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

17.30s ¼ mi @ 77.4 mph

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0–60 mph: 9.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 17.30 sec
Trap Speed: 77.4 mph
Engine: 1.4L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 101 hp
Torque: 98 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,366 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 23.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 30 C / 38 H / 30.5 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #33 of 38

#34

2012 Fiat 500 Sport Hatchback

9.90sec 0–60

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17.50s ¼ mi @ 78.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 9.90 sec
¼ Mile ET: 17.50 sec
Trap Speed: 78.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 101 hp
Torque: 98 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,366 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 23.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 30 C / 38 H / 33 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #34 of 38

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2012 Fiat 500 Sport Hatchback

10.20sec 0–60

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17.50s ¼ mi @ 78.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 10.20 sec
¼ Mile ET: 17.50 sec
Trap Speed: 78.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 5M
Horsepower: 101 hp
Torque: 98 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,366 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 23.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 30 C / 38 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Road & Track
Overall Rank: #35 of 38

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2012 Fiat 500 Lounge Hatchback

11.40sec 0–60

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18.30s ¼ mi @ 74.7 mph

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0–60 mph: 11.40 sec
¼ Mile ET: 18.30 sec
Trap Speed: 74.7 mph
Engine: 1.4L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
Horsepower: 101 hp
Torque: 98 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,366 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 23.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 27 C / 34 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Hatchback
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #36 of 38

#37

2012 Fiat 500 C Lounge Cabrio

11.50sec 0–60

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18.60s ¼ mi @ 75.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 11.50 sec
¼ Mile ET: 18.60 sec
Trap Speed: 75.0 mph
Engine: 1.4L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
Horsepower: 101 hp
Torque: 98 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,556 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 25.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 27 C / 32 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Convertible
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #37 of 38

#38

2012 Fiat 500 C Pop Cabrio

11.60sec 0–60

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18.40s ¼ mi @ 74.5 mph

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0–60 mph: 11.60 sec
¼ Mile ET: 18.40 sec
Trap Speed: 74.5 mph
Engine: 1.4L I-4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6A
Horsepower: 101 hp
Torque: 98 lb-ft
Curb Weight: 2,550 lbs
Power-to-Weight: 25.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA: 27 C / 32 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Convertible
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #38 of 38

How we verify Fiat 500 performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Fiat 500 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Fiat 500 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster

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Fiat 500 performance FAQs

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The 2024 Fiat 500 e Inspired by Music 3-door Hatchback does 0-60 mph in 7.9 seconds. Both recorded 2024 runs match that figure, including the all-season-tire test. Quarter-mile performance is 16.2 seconds, with trap speeds of 84.0 mph and 85.2 mph across the two verified runs.

The quickest Fiat 500 on record is the 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback, which reaches 60 mph in 6.7 seconds. It also owns the model’s best quarter-mile result at 15.1 seconds with a 92.5 mph trap speed, making it the acceleration benchmark across all 38 recorded Fiat 500 tests.

The fastest stock Fiat 500 is also the 2012 Abarth Hatchback at 6.7 seconds from 0-60 mph. There are 38 production Fiat 500 tests on record and no modified examples, so the quickest overall run and the quickest stock run are the same car and the same 6.7-second result.

Across 7 Abarth Hatchback tests, the Fiat 500 Abarth averages 7.0 seconds from 0-60 mph, with a best run of 6.7 seconds. That makes the Abarth the quickest regularly tested Fiat 500 trim family, clearly ahead of the mainstream Sport Hatchback average of 9.77 seconds.

The Type 312 Fiat 500, covering model years 2007 through 2024, averages 8.65 seconds from 0-60 mph across 38 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 6.7 seconds by the 2012 Abarth Hatchback. Power ranges from 101 to 180 hp, with electric and gasoline versions both represented.

The fastest Type 312 Fiat 500 is the 2012 Abarth Hatchback, with a 0-60 mph time of 6.7 seconds. Since the entire recorded Fiat 500 sample belongs to the Type 312 generation, that car stands as both the quickest Type 312 example and the quickest Fiat 500 overall.

The 2024 Fiat 500e Inspired by Music 3-door Hatchback posts a 0-60 mph time of 7.9 seconds. It runs the quarter mile in 16.2 seconds, with trap speeds of 84.0 mph and 85.2 mph. Output is 117 hp and 162 lb-ft, driving the front wheels through an electric powertrain.

The Fiat 500 Abarth is clearly quicker. Across 7 Abarth Hatchback tests, it averages 7.0 seconds to 60 mph and has a best run of 6.7 seconds. The Sport Hatchback averages 9.77 seconds across 6 tests, with a best of 9.4 seconds, leaving the Abarth well ahead in straight-line acceleration.

The Abarth is faster to 60 mph. The 2024 Fiat 500e Inspired by Music records 7.9 seconds, while the Abarth Hatchback’s best run is 6.7 seconds and its average across 7 tests is 7.0 seconds. So the electric 500 is quick, but the Abarth remains the faster Fiat 500 in our records.

Across all 38 Fiat 500 tests, the average quarter-mile time is 16.65 seconds at 83.5 mph. The quickest quarter-mile on record belongs to the 2012 Abarth Hatchback at 15.1 seconds and 92.5 mph. For the current 2024 model, the Fiat 500e runs 16.2 seconds at up to 85.2 mph.

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Fiat

Motor Trend

Motor Week

Road & Track

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Fiat 500 can do, not a single marketing claim.

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