We could wish for a little less body roll, but this probably represents a trade-off for smooth ride quality. And in vigorous use, the shift throws feel a bit long. Besides wheels and optional trim items, the Abarth is distinguished from the other s by a revised fascia that includes twin inlets for the intercoolers, a bigger rear wing extending over the hatch, and of course its lower stance. The optional stripe and mirror-color package that adorned all our test cars is something your humble narrator would omit if he were ordering this car.
That goes for the white inch wheels, too; the darker magnesium hue looks more sophisticated. The options list is short. It amplifies the Italianate style of the standard with a hint of street-fighter persona, a persona vindicated by lively performance. New Cars. Buyer's Guide.
Type keyword s to search. Today's Top Stories. In the front, the MY Abarth sports a grinning inlet in the lower bumper complemented by two side inlets separated by the blacked-out bars that host the fog lamps. Apparently, that tiny 1. In the back, the Fiat Abarth still comes with the pre-facelift taillights, namely those that aren't hollowed in the middle.
Interior subpar for premium segment Dated cabin Single gauge behind wheel still looks quirky Shifter coming out from its elevated position is practical Leather-wrapped steering wheel Cramped cabin Few safety features little cargo room The body-painted dash panel makes a statement even today Sporty bucket seats offer better side support than standard seats.
The cabin of any Fiat is not a place you'd want to find yourself in ahead of a long journey and it's no different in the case of the Abarth. We can argue that, in a car such as this one, you'll always feel you're sitting a bit too high up and we reckon this feeling might be less of an issue in a European Abarth Pista, for instance, that comes with some proper bucket seats.
The plasticky center panel on the dash is still there and, in our car, it was blue. You'll read almost everywhere that only small children fit in the back but we can attest that even 6'1" adults can ride in the back of a As you'd expect, the Abarth comes with a small trunk and even smaller storage spaces inside the cabin. It is powered by the 1. Trail braking is the way with a Abarth and it'll make you grin once you get it right, forever ignoring the paltry output that will never match the bigger hot hatches out there.
We think it's great you can enjoy spending time behind the wheel without actually having to go fast in it thanks to the engine and the responsiveness of the controls. Fiat Abarth specifications Engine 1. Fiat tells us you can get up to 28 mpg city and 33 mpg highway 30 mpg combined even with the Abarth version the standard model gets into the 40s combined.
We only managed about 22 mpg during our time with the car but we can't lie about the fact that we employed the 'Sport' mode quite a bit.
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Related Video:. Featured Gallery Abarth EsseEsse. Fiat Hatchback Performance. View More. Thank You Thanks for subscribing. Check your in-box to get started. Sign Up More Info. We notice you're using an ad blocker. The painted dash panel is still attractive and classy, and it distracts you from the otherwise very low rent plastics. Those are most evident on the doors, which are vast panels of scratchy plastic. The cabin can be pretty noisy, too, on the highway.
There is a leather option if the cloth bothers you enough. It's nice that there are plenty of easy-to-reach physical buttons for climate controls and such, but with an infotainment touchscreen that maxes out at 5 inches, you're constantly reminded of the car's advanced age. So, yes, it's obviously old and the competition is objectively better.
Like those equally aging performance machines, the Abarth's timeless styling and immense personality keep it a compelling choice for someone who values a unique experience. Or at least kept it a compelling choice. Autoblog accepts vehicle loans from auto manufacturers with a tank of gas and sometimes insurance for the purpose of evaluation and editorial content.
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