Fiat 500L Living/Wagon 1.3 MultiJetII (85 Hp)
Fiat 500L:
The Fiat 500L is a car which was manufactured by Fiat Serbia from 2012 to 2022 and marketed by Fiat globally. A five-door mini MPV based on a variant of the FCA Small Wide platform, it was initially only produced in a two-row, five-seater confugration, with a lengthened three-row, seven-seater version called the 500L Living introduced in 2013 for the European market. In 2017, the 500L received an intermediate facelift, with revised front and rear fascias along with In-car entertainment updates and interior revisions. By early 2018, production reached 500,000 units. The 500L was discontinued in the North American market after model year 2020....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Living/Wagon Overview:
Fiat 500L (Living/Wagon). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5 l/100km). With a weight of 1315 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.1 s). The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (85 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 16.3 sec).
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 4 L/100 km.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 560 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(500L: 2012 - 2014).
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| Brand: | Fiat |
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| Model: | 500L |
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| Generation: | Living/Wagon |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 MultiJetII (85 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2013 |
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| End of production: | 2014 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
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| Power: | 85 Hp @ 3500 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 68.1 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 1500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 199B4000 [Same engine] More details about the engine 199B4000 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1248 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
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| Coolant: | 5.9 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 69.6 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 16.8:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.2 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15.1 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15.1 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.5 kg/Hp, 64.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.6 kg/Nm, 152.1 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1315 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1584 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 560 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1000 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 400 kg |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4352 mm [205mm more] |
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| Width: | 1784 mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1667 mm [2mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2612 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1522 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1519 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.7 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 205/55 R16; 225/45 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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If you could change one thing about the Fiat 500L, what would it be?